{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Harder Than It Looks: Parking Uncovered","title":"Episode 48: How Kevin Uhlenhaker is Building an Independent Voice for Parking","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3358,"description":"In this episode of Harder Than It Looks, host Brian Wolff sits down with Kevin Uhlenhaker, CEO & Publisher of Parking Today Media. Kevin shares insight from his first year as the CEO & Publisher of Parking Today Media, including the innovations made to PIE 2026. PIE 2026 is held in Dallas, Texas, from March 30th- April 2nd. Kevin and Brian discuss the challenges associated with taking over an established media publication, and how Kevin’s idea of honoring legends of the parking industry will create a legacy for years to come. Kevin isn’t afraid to admit that his journey with Parking Today Media has been an uphill battle. However, his grit and determination have fueled the many successes Parking Today Media has enjoyed over the past two years. Tune in to learn more about the Kevin’s leadership mindset, and the can’t miss action that will take place at PIE 2026.  Additionally, listeners of Harder Than It Looks can use the code HTIL100 to get 100% off a standard registration for PIE 2026. Key Takeaways Success takes time Although Kevin is experienced in the industry, Parking Today Media still experienced challenges and growing pains. A notable shift in a legendary tradeshow PIE 2026 will be held in Dallas, Texas, this year. It will feature many new characteristics while still honoring the legacy that PIE has. Staying impartial as a media company Parking Today Media works hard to be purely informative in its copy and deliverables, focusing on giving parking professionals a reliable source of news. Trusting team members  Kevin acknowledges the hard and diligent work of his team and how bringing on key personnel has improved team dynamics and Parking Today Media output. Episode Highlights [00:00:00] Brian introduces Kevin Uhlenhaker and reflects on his first full year leading Parking Today during its 30th anniversary milestone. [00:01:31] Kevin admits, “It really has been harder than it looks,” describing the steep learning curve of running a media company. [00:04:00]...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/Y0XKm5qIfx5wu96cc17w73uLDJ9g38v-oi18WqKq6hY/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8zYmYx/ZTU1ZWMyZTdhMzFj/M2VkYTBmNjY5MWYw/NTQ3Ny5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}