Brad Heisterkamp is vice president of KSM Transport Advisors, LLC (KSMTA). Brad works directly with carrier clients to deliver KSMTA’s FreightMath™ analytics and advisory services, helping organizations uncover and act on opportunities to drive incremental value. He draws on front-line operational knowledge in every engagement.
As a former FreightMath client at multiple carriers, Brad brings a unique perspective to KSMTA. His firsthand experience allows him to relate directly to client challenges and deliver insights that are both strategic and actionable, while also contributing to the continued evolution of FreightMath.
With more than 20 years of experience in the truckload industry, Brad has held leadership roles across operations, pricing, network strategy, and sales. Prior to joining KSMTA, he served in senior leadership positions at several prominent carriers, including Ascend, where he was senior vice president of specialized services, network, and sales, and previously president of asset operations. In those roles, he led initiatives spanning terminal expansion, fleet operations, and network optimization. Brad also held key leadership roles at NFI and Transco Lines (TLI), where he advanced to senior vice president of operations. He began his full-truckload career at CRST, building a strong foundation in management, pricing, and fleet operations.
One important lesson I’ve learned is that real business growth usually comes from small, consistent improvements over time. When you have a solid plan and focus on it every day, results happen faster than you ever expected.
Brad received a Bachelor of Arts degree in history from the University of Iowa.
Brad is a prior member of the Arkansas Trucking Association 40 Under 40 Council.
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