Scaling a Multi-Market Last Mile Business | AL Baptiste on Discipline & Growth

In this inspiring Last to First Podcast episode, Jason Burns sits down with AL Baptiste, President & CEO of 24/7 Enterprises, LLC and CLDA board member, to talk about his remarkable journey from Haiti to leading a multi-market final mile company.We cover his entrepreneurial story, scaling into multiple states, breaking into healthcare logistics, navigating government contracts, the power of partnerships, and the discipline it takes to build a lasting business. 01:56 – Guest Welcome: Meet AL Baptiste 02:38 – Personal Connections and Family 03:41 – Overview of 24/7 Enterprises 04:33 – Focus on Healthcare Logistics 06:22 – AL Baptiste’s Entrepreneurial Journey 08:49 – Starting 24/7 Courier Services 12:08 – Challenges and Early Marketing Strategies 14:52 – Entering the Healthcare Sector 16:24 – Government Contracts and Partnerships 21:28 – Expanding Beyond Courier Services 23:45 – Leveraging Business Certifications 28:53 – Financial Management and Cash Flow 32:24 – Understanding Government Contracts and Costs 34:16 – Expanding Business Across States 37:43 – Family Involvement in Business 42:04 – The Importance of Discipline 47:47 – Community Involvement and Giving Back 53:15 – Future of the Final Mile Industry 📲 Follow AL Baptiste & 24/7 Enterprises 🔗 Website: https://www.247csl.com/ 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/al-baptiste-2b693613/ 📢 Connect with Our Sponsors 🚛 Deliver DFRNT – https://deliverdifferent.com/ 🛡 GigSafe – https://www.gigsafe.com/ 🚚 Dropoff – https://www.dropoff.com/ 🎧 Listen & Subscribe ▶️ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@Last2FirstPodcast 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3gDS58wo6IWeLl48LHukdP?si=gmhv7Lh8QvyY5xxFS9ZpPA 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/hn/podcast/last2first-podcast/id1778491941 #lasttofirst #FinalMile #ALBaptiste #DeliveryIndustry #BusinessGrowth #logisticsleadership Embark on a motivational journey of personal growth and success story. Overcoming life challenges requires resilience, and this english speech provides the inspiration you need. Believe and achieve your goals with a positive mindset.