Driven by Excellence

Welcome to Driven By Excellence, your trusted place for all things logistics and road safety from PDT Fleet Training. Each month, join host Hattie Hlad as she interviews experts on a wide range of topics within the logistics field.

Driven by Excellence is a business podcast hosted by PDT Fleet Training, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

PDT Fleet Training hosts Driven by Excellence, a business show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #8

  Driving the Verdict: Inside a Fatal Collision Mock Trial

  Sep 24, 202524 minS2

  <p>Is your company truly prepared for the aftermath of a fatal road collision? </p><p>In this special episode of Driven by Excellence, host Samantha Leleu welcomes barrister Charlotte Le Maire to introduce a powerful new event, "Driving The Verdict." This immersive mock trial places a company's driver risk policies on trial in a real courtroom setting. </p><p>With recent reports highlighting that the UK's active HGV driver workforce has fallen by 1.9% in the last year, leading to increased pressure and potential inexperience, the conversation around fleet safety has never been more critical. Samantha and Charlotte discuss the s...

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  Episode #7

  Driving Change with Andrew Drewary: Building Safer Fleets Through Education

  Apr 29, 202523 minS2

  <p>What if the biggest risk your business faces is something your team does every day without thinking? </p><p>In this episode of Driven by Excellence, host Hattie Hlad sits down with leading road safety expert Andrew Drewary to uncover why driving remains one of the most dangerous daily activities—and what organisations can do to minimise risk. </p><p>With over 40,000 road traffic investigations under his belt, Andrew shares real-world insights into the cost of collisions, the myths around driver culpability, and the leadership changes needed to embed a strong safety culture.</p><p>Listeners will gain a deep...

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  Episode #6

  Leading From the Front with Samantha Leleu

  Mar 25, 202533 minS2

  <p>What does it take to build a thriving business in the logistics training sector while fostering a strong company culture? </p><p>In this episode of Driven by Excellence, host Hattie Hlad sits down with Samantha Leleu, Director of PDT Fleet Training Solutions and Pertemps Southwest. Sam shares her incredible journey from recruitment to leading one of the UK’s most recognised fleet training organisations. They discuss the challenges of starting a business from scratch, the importance of agility in the logistics sector, and how leadership and loyalty play a crucial role in business growth. </p><p>Whether you’re a...

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  Episode #5

  Revolutionising Logistics Through Disruptive Technologies

  Feb 18, 202538 minS2

  <p>How are disruptive technologies reshaping the logistics and supply chain industry? </p><p>In this episode, Hattie speaks with Dr Muhammad Azmat, Assistant Professor in Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Aston University, to explore the transformative power of innovations like drones, autonomous vehicles, and green logistics. Dr. Azmat shares his inspiring journey, groundbreaking research, and vision for a technology-driven future in supply chain management.</p><p><br></p>(00:00) - Revolutionising Logistics (00:19) - Meet Dr. Mohamed Azmat (01:22) - Dr. Azmat's Academic and Professional Journey (05:10) - Joining Aston University During the Pandemic (06:14) - Role at Aston University (08:03) - Transformative Technologies i...

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  Episode #4

  Beyond the Badge: Transitioning from Traffic Police to Road Safety Trainer

  Jan 14, 202540 minS2

  <p>What does it take to transition from a structured policing career to a flexible and impactful role in road safety? </p><p>In this episode, Hattie Hlad is joined once again by Olly Tayler, a retired traffic police officer turned road safety trainer, to discuss his remarkable journey. Throughout the episode, Olly shares his insights into leveraging decades of experience to drive positive change in road safety education and how former officers can embark on rewarding second careers.</p><p><br></p>(00:00) - Introduction and Welcome (00:45) - Olly's Background in Policing (02:12) - Transitioning from Police to Road Safety (05:51) - C...

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