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Gig Harbor, Wa, Us

Pacific Northwest

In the Pacific Northwest, I led initiatives that resulted in sustained market share growth and expanded our driver network. I actively collaborated with key industry organizations such as the Washington Trucking Association, Northwest Seaport Alliance, and transportation clubs in Tacoma and Seattle. These partnerships helped strengthen our presence in the region, foster key relationships, and drive long-term success.As Interim West Region Vice President, I worked with a talented team to develop a forward-looking, multi-year strategy that emphasized scalability, sustainability, and financial performance. We exceeded income targets, implemented innovative operating models, and ensured both compliance and operational growth, contributing to the overall success of the organization.

Pacific Northwest

Tacoma, Washington, United States

I had the opportunity to lead a dedicated and talented team, guiding us through a vision focused on sustainable growth and revitalizing our terminal operations. By nurturing a collaborative environment, we achieved market share growth in the Pacific Northwest and secured contracts that significantly boosted our annual revenues.Our journey was marked by the implementation of innovative operating models that not only ensured compliance but also delivered impressive financial results. We made great strides in community engagement, emissions standards, and initiatives that expanded our operational footprint. Together we celebrated progress and set the stage for continued success and future achievements.

Greater Denver Area

As a regional leader, I oversaw daily operations for a team of 150 employees, emphasizing customer service optimization. I developed a strategic service design model for freight transport, enhancing efficiency and satisfaction along key corridors. Managing a $290 million annual budget, I surpassed revenue goals and drove expense reduction through strategic initiatives. I synthesized complex projects into actionable recommendations, translating insights into measurable business performance improvements. My logistics operations research, informed by site visits, and interviews ensured data-driven decision-making for operational excellence.

Kansas City, Kansas

I reorganized a dynamic team, enhancing alignment with long-term goals. As Chairman of the Leadership Advisory Team, I spearheaded proactive programs to predict and prevent operational issues. Embracing a strategic role, I oversaw financial planning, implementation, management, and control in a defined territory. By assessing demand trends, I identified opportunities to adjust output and meet market requirements effectively.

Everett, Washington

I coordinated emergency responses involving personnel and resources, completed accident reports, and supported investigations. As liaison for rail operations with the Canadian government, I facilitated communication and compliance. Maintaining expertise in federal, state, and local regulations, I ensured adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements among personnel. Additionally, I oversaw a $25M expansion project.

Seattle, Washington

I devised and executed strategies to optimize production and minimize costs, reviewing logs and data to detect safety violations and performance issues. As Safety Team co-chair/liaison, I led emergency responses and investigations involving transport personnel and resources. I improved efficiency and productivity by coordinating the activities of transport personnel handling loading, transportation, and offloading of products.

Bend, Oregon

Kansas City, Kansas

Kansas City, Missouri