Transportation Nation

What if building a business could also build your faith, your family legacy, and inspire a movement of patriotism? In this heartfelt and energizing episode, the McLemore Boys of Masterbuilt and the Bennett family of Bennett Transportation & Logistics sit down at Atlanta Motor Speedway during the Bennett 250 to uncover the soul of true family businesses. Hosts John Boy and Lee Gentry are joined by their parents, Big John and Lynette Matis, second-generation leaders who have carried forward...

Show Notes

What if building a business could also build your faith, your family legacy, and inspire a movement of patriotism?

In this heartfelt and energizing episode, the McLemore Boys of Masterbuilt and the Bennett family of Bennett Transportation & Logistics sit down at Atlanta Motor Speedway during the Bennett 250 to uncover the soul of true family businesses. Hosts John Boy and Lee Gentry are joined by their parents, Big John and Lynette Matis, second-generation leaders who have carried forward more than just a company name—they’ve fueled generational values of faith, hard work, and service.

This episode takes you behind the scenes of two iconic family-run enterprises founded in the 1970s, revealing how moments of prayer, bold risks, and unwavering patriotic values turned small dreams into national brands. Big John shares the powerful story of how Masterbuilt got its name, born from a roadside moment with God, and how faith-based leadership shaped the company’s growth. Meanwhile, Lynette Matis reflects on her journey from a 10-year-old helping out after school to watching Bennett grow from a handful of trucks to thousands, all while holding tight to their Christian roots.

Key highlights you’ll enjoy in this episode:

  • An emotional dedication to the late “Pawpaw”—the McLemore patriarch—reminding us why purpose and perseverance matter most.
  • Real talk on what sacrifice looks like in a family business, and why saying “yes” to new adventures often means balancing love, priorities, and legacy.
  • Heartwarming accounts of how Bible studies, prayer teams, and patriotic service shape company culture, unite teams, and draw talent who share their values.

Whether you’re a fan of inspirational business stories, faith-driven leadership, or American family traditions, this episode will uplift you.

Subscribe for more conversations like this, and don’t forget: from our table to yours, God bless.

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CHAPTERS: 
00:00 The Prayer That Named Masterbuilt
02:12 Tribute to Pawpaw: Loss and Legacy
04:12 Philippians 4:13—Faith Through Grief
08:16 How Faith Shaped Masterbuilt’s Journey
10:32 Writing Core Values—“The 5 Fs”
12:44 Employees Embracing Faith at Work
14:57 Prayer Before Every Race: Faith at the Track
17:29 Bennett’s Growth: From 15 Trucks to 4,000 Drivers
19:56 No Choice But Family—Growing Up Working
22:46 From Backyard Sales to Global Brand
28:00 Honest Talk: Family Sacrifice Behind Success
30:23 Patriotism in Action: Wreaths Across America
32:04 Pawpaw: Hero of the Week Tribute
32:49 Honoring the Chief of Police—Stony’s Story
34:41 Prayers for Good Weather and Final Thoughts


What is Transportation Nation?

Transportation Nation is brought to you by the Bennett Family of Companies and discusses all things in the transportation and logistics industry.