What does it take to build a thriving business in the logistics training sector while fostering a strong company culture?

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.

Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a fleet manager, or someone looking to understand the future of driver training, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.

Samantha Leleu: Director of PDT Fleet Training Solutions and a leading figure in the logistics and driver training industry. With a career that began in recruitment, Sam identified a gap in the market for professional driver training and transformed PDT into the largest supplier of fleet and classroom training in the UK. She also serves as Director for Pertemps across the Southwest, overseeing workforce solutions and recruitment. Known for her strong leadership, strategic business growth, and dedication to improving road safety, Sam is passionate about developing talent and shaping the future of the logistics sector.

About the host:
Hattie Hlad works for PDT fleet training as the coordinator of LGV advanced training, an investment for the next generation of drivers, funded by Pertemps Driver Division. Hattie made the move from fashion to the logistics training sector in early 2022. She jumped at the opportunity to become the host of Driven by Excellence to give her the opportunity to learn from some of the industry's best! Plus, she loves to chat… her friends often describe her conversations as ‘Chats with Hat’s’!

PDT Fleet Training Solutions:
Founded in 2009, PDT Fleet Training Solutions delivers quality driver training services throughout the UK to enhance Driver skills, Driver behaviours and improve on-road safety. Driving is one of the most dangerous work-related activities in the country, with accidents occurring week in, week out on our roads. PDT Fleet Training Solutions offer a preventative and proactive approach with their wide range of courses.

Learn more about PDT Fleet Training Solution