Since its launch in 2015, sennder has become the leading digital European freight forwarder, offering shippers access to its connected fleet of more than 40,000 trucks. Co-founders David Nothacker, Julius Köhler and Nicolaus Schefenacker have not only expanded across seven countries and grown the team to more than 900 people, they're revolutionizing freight - one of the world's most traditional industries - and bringing it into the 21st century at an unprecedented pace. The level of transparency, efficiency and flexibility that sennder offers has never been seen or experienced in this space before. Earlier this year, the company also hit a key milestone, surpassing a $1bn valuation.

sennder's journey so far has seen a pivot, huge organic growth, international expansion and more M&As than most startups will ever experience. Getting to this point has taken determination, ambition, strong values and a willingness to keep testing. I sat down with David to discuss his learnings and advice for the next generation of entrepreneurs...