--- title: ATG Fuel For Thought | Ryan Poynter description: Ryan joined Armstrong in 2021 as Vice President of LTL, bringing nearly ten years of experience in logistics and transportation. He is skilled in negotiation, analytics, sales, pricing strategy, and management. He has a Bachelor of Science (BS) from Central Michigan University. image: https://www.armstrongtransport.com/hubfs/Stock%20images/Stock%20Images/backgrounds/truck-sunset.png --- - Categories ** - Follow Us ** - ** [Subscribe](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog-subscription) - [**](https://www.facebook.com/ATGFR8/) - [**](https://www.linkedin.com/company/armstrong-transport-group) - [**](https://www.instagram.com/atgfr8/) # Armstrong Transport Group Blog ATG Fuel For Thought The latest on transportation, logistics, technology and industry trends. 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He has a Bachelor of Science (BS) from Central Michigan University. - **Connect with Ryan Poynter** - [**](https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryanpoynter) - [**](mailto:rpoynter@armstrongtransport.com) [![Blog Feature](https://cdn2.hubspot.net/hubfs/298890/blog-files/blog--cards-feature.png) ](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/how-to-find-the-right-ltl-carrier-for-your-shipping-needs) [Business Advice](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/topic/business-advice) | [Logistics](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/topic/logistics) | [Transportation](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/topic/transportation) | [Best Practices](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/topic/best-practices) | [Freight Management](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/topic/freight-management) | [Shippers](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/topic/shippers) | [Freight Broker](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/topic/freight-broker) ## [ How to Find the Right LTL Carrier for Your Shipping Needs ](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/how-to-find-the-right-ltl-carrier-for-your-shipping-needs) By: [Ryan Poynter](https://www.armstrongtransport.com/blog/author/ryan-poynter) April 18th, 2023 When it comes to transporting freight, choosing the right LTL (less-than-truckload) carrier can make all the difference in ensuring that your shipment arrives on time, intact, and ... 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