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Working with buying power and competitive pricing through strategic partnership for niche transportation services in AIR CARGO, RAIL/INTERMODAL, DRAYAGE, LTL, SPECIALIZED CARGO Offering a wide range of logistics services and solutions while using the best cost methods at the highest level of available service.

Creating a platform and network for efficiency by connecting drivers to a larger network of logistics resources. Reinventing transportation by valuing the driver relationship first. A network is only as good as the drivers within it. Services include but are not limited to dedicated asset capacity planning, carrier/customer contract & pricing negotiations, owner-operator networking, solutions-based lane optimization, pricing & planning services, warehousing sourcing, and transportation consulting services.

Boonville, North Carolina, Us

Currently working in partnership with Southland servicing logistics solutions asset-based solutions by fulfilling empty mile needs with a focus on lane optimization planning. Connecting asset empty miles with a focus on business development needs growing the lane network for higher efficiency through route planning and driver sourcing.

Boonville, North Carolina, Us

We provide superior service using a collaborative approach by working closer with our customers. Our teams stay proactive with our customers by always going the extra mile on every transportation request and we hold communication as the forefront of our service output. Our success is driven by focusing on driver/carrier relationships and targeting customers that share similar core values: safety, integrity, and high performance. We instill a core work ethic in each team member to always go the extra mile on every customer request. Director of Operations for Charleston office since inception July 2018 with a primary focus on sales generation and team building. Launched and developed a production and operations office for Southland within 4 years from zero revenue to a multi-million dollar office. Managed a high-performing business unit and skilled team with a proactive approach to transportation solutions.

Jacksonville, Florida, Us

Responsible for building new partnerships with companies that have a need to move product via truckload, LTL, and intermodal for the inland transportation division of Crowley Logistics. Seeking out companies that are interested in finding the most cost effective way to transport their products. Crowley is one of the most diversified transportation companies in the world with a team of industry-savvy, seasoned logistics and global freight management professionals that can exponentially expand and simplify a customer’s supply chain, both tactically and functionally. We provide services endorsed by deep customer relationships, far-reaching resources, and an impeccable industry reputation as a leader and innovator in every country in which we operate.

Jacksonville, Florida, Us

Work as a team leader with focused tasks involving office growth through sales of inland transportation services and current account management. Utilized strong interpersonal skills to secure new customers while growing and managing current customer relationships in providing quality transportation services across the country with a focus to grow business revenue of each account.

La Canada, Ca, Us

Responsible for prospecting and driving new business accounts with customers in need of transportation services as well as continued management and growth of current and existing accounts. Developed 30 new accounts and accrued over $500 thousand in transportation profit margin within first year and 5 months in this position while also managing the day to day operations of these new accounts. Accrued over $3 million in sales on new accounts. Very fast paced, multitasking environment which has tested my abilities of which exceeded my own expectations. Initially started as a transportation broker selling freight truckloads to carriers and after 11 months was promoted to the business development sales team lead position.

Milwaukee, Wi, Us

Licensed professional in financial planning for Northwestern Mutual Financial Network responsible for financial sales directly related to managing personal finances by developing strong client relationships, handling multiple accounts, and accurate data entry. This involved maintaining a high level of organization and effective use of time management skills under the pressure of stringent deadlines. Working in a team-oriented environment, other responsibilities included re-marketing of existing accounts, assisting with internal processes, developing financial reports, and other related tasks using financial reporting software. Recognized for being ranked number two in overall insurance sales in my internship class throughout the company worldwide by selling over $3 million in insurance.

Finance, Business Administration

Bachelor'S Degree, Finance, General