One of the biggest pain points for truckers across America is finding safe, affordable, and reliable parking. In this episode, Trucking Ray speaks with Sheetal Panchal, founder of Stackkly, a tech-driven solution that’s reshaping the way truck parking is managed. With 17 years of software engineering experience and a strong background in real estate, Sheetal took a bold step by creating a platform that connects truckers with property owners who have unused land—essentially building an “Airbnb for truck parking and storage.” Starting in Dallas-Fort Worth, Stackkly has now grown to over 300 locations across the U.S., offering flexible, secure, and tech-enabled solutions for drivers. In this insightful conversation, Sheetal shares the struggles of building trust with property owners, the importance of starting small and scaling smart, and why listening to customer feedback has been key to Stackkly’s success. Whether you're a trucker, a property owner, or someone with a big idea, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable lessons.
Key Takeaways:
✅ Stackkly is a digital marketplace that connects truckers with available parking and storage spaces—like an “Airbnb for truckers.”
✅ Founded by Sheetal Panchal, who brings 17 years of software experience and a background in real estate investing.
✅ The platform grew from a local idea in Dallas-Fort Worth to over 300 locations nationwide, meeting a real and urgent need.
✅ Property owners were hesitant at first, but Stackkly removed barriers by offering fee waivers, flexible payments, and managing onboarding.
✅ Truckers benefit from locked-in rates, discounts for long-term parking or multiple vehicles, and 24/7 customer support for peace of mind.
✅ Sheetal’s advice to entrepreneurs: Don’t wait for perfect—start with a minimum viable product, gather feedback, and improve as you grow.
✅ Stackkly is expanding into small warehouse and office space rentals, answering real requests from logistics companies needing temporary setups.
✅ This episode offers valuable insights for truckers, property owners, and entrepreneurs alike—proving that real-world problems can be solved through smart tech and persistence.
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