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Seth Runser

President and Chief Executive Officer, ARCBEST CORP

Search every verified Seth Runser interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Seth Runser, President and Chief Executive Officer of ArcBest, discussed the company's second-quarter performance in a July 31, 2026 interview, highlighting a 650 basis point improvement in its asset-based division. He attributed the results to a strong offering from the acquired brokerage MoLo and noted that customers are increasingly turning to trusted providers with long histories amid market disruption. Runser also mentioned the hiring of Mac Pinkerton to lead the asset-light operation, describing the company as being in the "second or third inning" of its transformation. Runser commented on early signs of market demand and emphasized the importance of adaptability, stating, "We have to focus on disrupting ourselves because if we don't, someone else will." He also referenced the company's 103 years of experience as a factor in customer trust during complex market conditions.

Recent appearances

  • How ArcBest Defied Expectations with Stellar Q2 Performance

    ArcBest's Q2 earnings reveal a significant 650 basis point improvement in its asset-based division. CEO Seth Runser unpacks how the company achieved these impressive numbers, sharing insights into market demand signals and their integrated logistics strategy

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  • ArcBest Corporation Q2 2026 Earnings Call | Asset-Based Freight Pricing Shields Margin

    ArcBest Corporation Q2 2026 Earnings Call | Asset-Based Freight Pricing Shields Margin Twitter - https://x.com/i101yt If you find our work useful, please support us by purchasing a Super Thanks— it truly helps us a lot. #earningscall #StockMarketNews #conferenceCall Earnings Call | Earnings Conference Call | Earnings concall | concall | quarterly results | Stock News | Full Year results | Fiscal Year results | investment news | stock latest news | Annual Meeting of Shareholders | Annual Meeting of Unitholders | Special and Annual Meeting of Shareholders | AGM | Annual General Meeting If…

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  • Judy McReynolds and Seth Runser on leadership transition, company outlook | ArcBest

    Watch as Judy McReynolds, ArcBest chairman and CEO, and Seth Runser, ArcBest president and CEO-elect, join CNBC Mad Money host Jim Cramer following ArcBest's 2025 Investor Day. McReynolds and Runser shared details about the upcoming leadership transition following McReynolds' retirement at the end of the year, and discussed details announced during the Investor Day presentation. Highlights include: On the leadership transition: "Seth is the right person. He has a sense of urgency, a bent toward growth and continuous improvement. He's been with us for two decades, and he's just ready. And…

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  • ArcBest ARCB Q2 2025 Earnings Call

    --------- ArcBest ARCB Q2 2025 Earnings Call --------- In this video, we’ll cover the latest quarterly earnings results, key financial metrics, and business highlights from the most recent reporting period. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us on X for more updates: https://x.com/Fyfull2 Disclaimer: This video includes segments from official corporate earnings calls and presentations, used for educational and informational purposes under fair use (Section 107, U.S. Copyright Act). No affiliation or endorsement by the companies mentioned is implied. All content rights remain with their…

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  • Runser: Customers want nimbleness, visibility, and great communication

    Seth Runser, President of logistics firm ArcBest, says 50% of clients ship as usual, while others pivot amid tariffs. He emphasizes ...

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