Send us Fan MailAre you tired of the endless phone trees and "dead air" when trying to get an insurance quote for your fleet? In this episode, host Chris Harris (the Safety Dawg) sits down with Sarah Mendoza-Reid, Vice President of Agency Services at Tivly, to discuss how a smart marketplace is revolutionizing the way truckers find coverage.We dive deep into the real costs of long-haul insurance, the unique challenges faced by small fleet owners (1-10 trucks), and why commercial trucking insurance is so much more than just a standard auto policy with higher limits. Sarah also shares her unique background—from roller derby to insurance VP and explains how Tivly’s "warm transfer" process ensures you never have to start your story over from scratch.Key Takeaways:How a "smart matching platform" connects you with specialists who actually want your business.The reality of insurance costs, ranging from $8,000 to $22,000 per truck for long-haul operations.The difference between personal auto, commercial auto, and true commercial trucking insurance.How to avoid "dead air" and phone trees when seeking new quotes.Reach out to Tivly:[email protected]://tivly.com/Your Host:Chris HarrisCEO, Safety Dawg Inc.905 973 [email protected]://safetydawg.com/00:00 – Introduction: The frustration of insurance phone trees.00:35 – Guest Introduction: Meet Sarah Mendoza Reed.01:06 – Sarah’s background: From Michigan to roller derby to Oklahoma.01:52 – What is Tivly and how is it a unique insurance marketplace?.02:22 – How a marketplace differs from a traditional broker or agency.02:50 – The 10-minute interview and "Smart Matching" process.03:55 – Eliminating "dead air" with the "warm transfer" system.04:42 – Who is the primary market? Focus on small businesses and fleets.05:01 – The unique challenges of the 1-to-10 truck fleet.06:10 – Breakdown of insurance costs: $8,000 to $22,000 per truck.06:55 – What exactly is commercial trucking insurance?.07:43 – The realities of trucking: Cargo values, injury potential, and regulations.08:04 – Nuclear verdicts and their impact on the industry.Support the show