Mark Freer Email & Phone Number

Central City, Ky

Under the direction of President/General Manager and/or CFO, the Director of Compliance manages the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources, Safety, and Transportation/DOT Compliance departments. This includes complete oversight and management of all three areas of compliance across all BMG properties and across all BMG mobile tours and programs.

Central City, Ky

Report to President/General Manager while developing sales accounts and marketing the company throughout U.S. with focus on Kentucky and Tennessee. Member of core Management Team who doubles sales from $5M to $10M in 3 years.Assisted with multiple experiential marketing tour/programs (RSM/Kroger, Swedish Match, AMSOIL, General Motors, Compassion International, McDonalds, Kohler, Gulf Oil), from concept start up to event execution.Develop and implement management policy for driver requirements, safety, and maintenance operations.Assisted with implementation of Microsoft Exchange Server for 40+ employees.

Arkanas/Texas/Oklahoma, Missouri/Louisiana

Reported to Senior Director of Operations while managing the daily operations of multiple branch locations throughout Arkansas, Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Missouri, and Tennessee.Oversaw safe and on-time transportation of railroad employees between various job locations while responsible for safety, operational efficiency, customer service, and financial performance.Depending upon service area had responsibility for up to 750+ drivers, 200+ vehicles, and direct reports of Regional Manager and 20+ local Branch Managers.Assisted with successful expansion into new market territory increasing revenue by $20 million.

Missouri/Illinois/Indiana/Kentucky/Kansas

Reported to General Manager while managing the daily operations of multiple branch locations throughout Missouri, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Kansas.Worked to achieve operational and financial performance goals and objectives for assigned branches while exceeding the customer’s need for safe and reliable crew transportation needs.Responsibility for approximately 300+ drivers, 100+ vehicles, and direct reports of 10+ local Branch Managers.

Owensboro, Ky

Reported to President/CEO while assisting with broad range of projects and activities.Provided project overview of construction projects for multiple customers. Oversaw repair and maintenance of warehouse buildings and terminal structures.Assisted in development of proposed infrastructure improvements.Worked with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding waterway permits.

Owensboro, Ky

Reported to President/CEO while leading team of two assistant supervisors and 22 terminal support personnel in daily operations of Kentucky’s largest public river terminal.Led efforts to implement safety training, safety equipment, and monthly employee meetings for terminal personnel.Designated as Facility Security Officer (FSO) thus responsible for all regulations and compliance procedures required by Department of Homeland Security - U.S. Coast Guard. Assisted with material handling efficiency improvements via new equipment utilization practices while reducing labor personnel.Assisted with compiling budget for $8 million/year operation.

Owensboro, Ky

Reported to Port Director while responsible for all organizational communications, public relations, advertising, and governmental affairs while supporting sales and marketing activities.Designed and implemented a comprehensive marketing and sales plan for port.Evaluated target markets and assisted in development of marketing and sales strategies.Conducted and analyzed customer surveys and review results.Coordinated, planned, and participated in marketing at trade shows and special community events.Designed and revised website information/content via outside vendor utilization.Produced a variety of printed business media including brochures, letterhead, business cards, newsletters, and other needed materials.Made public presentations to targeted sales groups, civic organizations, and general public.

Owensboro, Ky

Reported to Port Director while managing all sales and marketing activities related to customers for domestic and international trade involving aluminum, steel, copper, magnesium, paper, grain, fertilizer, and specialty cargo.Oversaw successful application and designation for U.S. Foreign Trade Zone, London Metals Exchange Warehouse (Aluminum), and New York Mercantile Exchange Warehouse (Aluminum).

Owensboro, Ky

Reported to Port Director while supporting all administrative activities of port including customer service, inventory control, invoicing, and employee relations.

Owensboro, Ky

Reported to President while responsible for community programs and events including Leadership Owensboro, Leadership Owensboro Alumni Association, Rooster Booster Breakfast programs, Annual Dinner, and staff leadership for Agriculture Committee and Chamber Young Professionals.

Bachelor Of Science, Geography (Emphasis In City/Regional Planning) And Broadcasting (Emphasis In Tv/Radio)

Activities and Societies: Co-Captain – WKU Men’s Soccer Team – 2 years President – “W” Club – 2 years Graduate Assistant and Undergraduate.

Comprehensive/Commonwealth Diploma, General Studies

Activities and Societies: Co-Captain – Boys Soccer Team – 2 years Member of 3-time Western Kentucky Regional Soccer Champions (1983, 1984.

Education record

Education record

Education record