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• Form strategic partnerships with carriers, focusing on developing effective recruiting strategies and process improvement initiatives.• Provided strategic advice on operational best practices for recruiting, operations customer relations, and experience, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Developed and presented proprietary learning ABC HIRES©. Ongoing bi-monthly coaching resulting in reduced cost per driver hire.• Implemented strong retention programs, IT’S RETENTION © greatly enhancing driver loyalty and satisfaction. Actively addressing driver issues in real-time while escalating the most serious to the upper management for immediate resolution. • Instill an atmosphere of energy, excitement, and customer/client relations.

Russellville, Ar, Us

• Managed an annual recruiting budget of $3.5 million, reducing cost per lead by 30 and cost per hire by 35% for improved financial performance. Reduced application turn time creating efficiency and cost savings. The truck count increased from 340 to an average of 500 during my 7½ years.• Established and measured KPI for continuous operational improvement in the lead-to-hire ratio effectively reducing the actual time of call to time of hire by 50%, saving over $250,000 annually.• Directed an efficient, effective recruitment department managing multiple reports.• Developed with Safety and Compliance a comprehensive graduate driver training program enhancing a skilled workforce.• Working with the Operations Vice President to set up the transition process from trainee to Phase 2 driver seating their first truck. The graduate driver turnover ranged 55-60% at the end of twelve months. • Managed the Independent Contractor division, guaranteeing compliance with HR and legal regulations to avoid misclassification per Department of Labor laws. Closed all lease and ICOA contracts,

• Form partnerships with carriers, focusing on developing effective strategies and process improvement initiatives.• DOT/FMCSA consults, Review accidents provide expert risk and risk mitigation advice.• Provided strategic advice on operational best practices for recruiting, operations customer relations, and experience, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Developed and presented proprietary learning ABC HIRES©. Ongoing bi-monthly coaching resulting in reduced cost per driver hire.• Implemented effective retention programs, IT’S RETENTION © to enhance driver loyalty and satisfaction. Actively addressing driver issues in real-time while escalating the most serious to the upper management for immediate resolution. Cutting turnover by 20.6% has resulted in recovering over 2.4 million in annual revenue for certain carriers.• Instill an atmosphere of energy, excitement, and customer/client relations.

• • Implemented paperless practices in the department leading to an impressive 85% reduction in paperwork, resulting in additional annual savings of over $200,000.• Maximized software hiring application turnaround time from over 20 days to an average of 5 days, generating annual savings exceeding $250,000.• Centralized strategic operations across the nation, managing multiple direct reports effectively.• Oversaw productive processes in 6 locations including tractor-trailer operations, and cross-docking procedures for a better logistical process with less friction.• Initiated creative marketing strategies to enhance brand exposure and customer interaction.• Developed a strong KPI and ROI tracking system, boosting operational efficiency and profit.• Devised and implemented budget strategies for optimal resource allocation.

• • Developed a comprehensive SOP for the Talent Acquisition program, resulting in a more skilled workforce and reduced turnover rates significantly. Advised on operational matters in the student CDL driver flow.• Set and Managed budget controls with the CFO to drive down and control unnecessary expenditures.• Talent Acquisition Management initiatives, including C-Level searches, office and labor personnel searches • Established and measured KPI for continuous operational improvement.• Oversaw business development including transportation operation, increased net revenue by $3.4 million gross with a continuous operating revenue of 87.5%, reducing the overall cost of operations for improved financial performance.• Within the transportation division under my direction, a transportation workflow (TMW) was implemented for a trackable and billable process to increase customer service and revenue, creating speed of response to customers and quicker return of accounts payable.

Managed recruiting, screening and hiring of new drivers, implemented an Owner op program, Handled personnel problems, safety issues and D.O.T. compliance for 175 drivers and owner ops. On my first day of hire, there was 20% vacancy and no owner operators. At my departure there was less than 1% vacancy and 15 owner operators. 4 direct reports in 3 separate locationsTurnover rate dropped 20% resulting in a direct savings of 100K annually and increase revenue of 150K as a result of being at full capacity. Reported to the President

Dallas, Texas, Us

Primary duties included finding entry level drivers conducting seminars, meetings, interviewing potential drivers. Worked with School owners and directors building relationships between them and the company. Collaborated with the Vice President of driver relations on marketing and signage in the training centers. Traveled the southeast.

Increased OTR and regional base by 125 drivers my first year and 156 at the end of my second year, Implemented a marketing /recruiting strategy to move from the truck stops to point of service venues. Proactively encourage my peers and superiors to move away from random recruiting rookie drivers from specific carriers and move to target recruiting of experienced drivers

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Development

Bba, Hr, Business Models Life Experience

Associate'S Degree, Insurance Business Admin Lutcf Designation