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Your end-to-end supply chain services provider specializing in Full Truckload, Specialized, Expedited and Port Drayage Services in the lower 48 states.Whisk offers secure and consistent supply chain solutions with the latest technology that includes real-time updates and industry-leading response times.

➤ Pioneered the foundational setup of 7 Star & Roadex, steering its strategic integration as a core division of Roadex Transportation LLC, and played a critical role in the executive selection process, including the personal interviewing and hiring of the Vice President.➤ Authored and executed comprehensive Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and training programs, shaping the operational framework and setting quality standards, ensuring a structured and efficient operational flow.➤ Crafted and presented detailed 30, 60, 90-day business growth plans within the first two weeks of tenure, securing stakeholder approval and setting a robust foundation for the company's aggressive market entry and expansion.➤ Orchestrated a complete overhaul of the company’s insurance and bonding arrangements, aligning with regulatory requirements and industry best practices, thereby fortifying the company against financial risks and liabilities.➤ Functioned as the primary technology advisor, leveraging extensive industry experience to guide the integration of state-of-the-art Transportation Management Systems (TMS), Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms, and sales tracking tools, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.➤ Developed and enforced a comprehensive sales process, including the creation and deployment of cold call/email training templates, which were instrumental in strengthening the company’s sales procedures and market penetration.➤ Managed the entire spectrum of customer and carrier relations.➤ Successfully closed major accounts with high-profile clients, contributing to an increase in company revenue, evidenced by a $500,000 revenue milestone with AutoNation in the first month and a $2 million revenue growth in 11 months.➤ Directed the recruitment and compensation strategy, expanding the team from 2 to 8 within the first year, and was instrumental in formulating position outlines and commission structures to build a performance-driven culture.

➤ Assumed the role of Director/VP shortly after being the second hire, reporting directly to the owners while collaborating closely with the initial VP, and subsequently took over the VP’s responsibilities upon their departure.➤ Successfully secured significant contracts with major clients including EJCO, The Libman Company, and Fastenal, contributing to the company’s expansive client portfolio and directly influencing substantial revenue growth.➤ Developed and institutionalized comprehensive Carrier and Customer Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), along with step-by-step training materials, setting the stage for consistent operational execution and employee development.➤ Achieved a milestone of generating $1 million in monthly revenue through strategic sales and operational leadership, underscoring the effectiveness of implemented processes and growth initiatives.➤ Led the foundational setup of company infrastructure, including Systems, TMS, CRM, and Sales Tools, while also establishing the company’s digital presence through website development and ensuring compliance and insurance protocols.➤ Orchestrated the expansion of the team based in India from 10 to 50 personnel, including the management of two departmental managers, and scaled the US team from 2 to 8 within six months.➤ Instituted regular weekly training sessions for both individual and team development, twice a week, enhancing staff competencies and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and excellence.➤ Played an integral role in setting up a new office environment, from the layout and furniture to the technological setup, ensuring a functional and productive workspace that supported the company’s rapid growth and operational needs.

➤ Excelled in a rigorous four-week onboard training program, earning an A+ grade and the distinction of an accelerated promotion to the Strategic Solutions team within the first week, demonstrating exceptional competence and potential.➤ Consistently exceeded performance quotas by generating over $75,000 in gross margin monthly, maintaining a 100% success rate in surpassing established financial targets.➤ Innovated in the creation of pooled shipments by combining partial loads to form full truckload shipments, optimizing route efficiency, reducing empty space, and saving costs for customers, thus enhancing service value and customer satisfaction.➤ Surpassed daily Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) by making 100 calls, offering 100 load tenders, adding 30 new carriers, and orchestrating at least 3 pooled shipments per day, exceeding the set goal of 2.➤ Played a pivotal role in securing Power only and dedicated Box truck shipment customers, leading initiatives that catered to specific shipping needs and contributing to a significant $500,000 revenue boost.➤ Recorded the highest gross profit (GP) in a single month at $190,000, showcasing an unparalleled ability to secure profitable load bookings and negotiate advantageous rates.➤ Set a company record for booking the most loads in a day at 40 and the most pooled loads at 10, alongside achieving the highest margin day of $15,000, reflecting outstanding sales and operational execution.

➤ Integral to the foundational team at Best Dedicated Solutions, being the 10th employee at its inception in 2016, and consistently maintained a profit margin of no less than 10% over a four-year tenure.➤ Successfully managed the booking of 15-20 loads daily, achieving and surpassing a monthly profit goal of $15,000 consistently, without ever missing a sales quota throughout the four-year period.➤ Excelled as a Carrier Account Manager, averaging over $50,000 in gross margin profit (GMP) each month, coupled with a sustained effort of 100 outbound calls daily during the time with BDS.➤ Engaged directly with C-Level executives and key decision-makers, significantly expanding the company's customer base from 2 to over 50 active customers from 2016 to date.➤ Cultivated and grew a pivotal account with Cardinal Health Care Products, elevating the monthly sales from $20,000 to over $75,000, demonstrating exceptional relationship-building and sales skills.➤ Coordinated the logistics of 100 daily pickups and deliveries for GE during the initial 6 months, and significantly contributed to POD 3's record-breaking month of $3M in revenues, leading carrier sales with $120,000 in March 2019.

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➤ Activities and Societies: Football, Lacrosse, Track & Field, Weightlifting. ➤ Awarded a Football Scholarship to Carson Newman University.