Steve Lyons

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Logistics Leader | Former Co-Owner of Sold 3PL Company | 10+ Years of Experience | Freight Tech Enthusiast | Produce & Perishable Transportation Specialist @ Van Eerden Trucking Company, Inc.
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Byron Center, Michigan, United States, United States
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My first full-time logistics role after college began in September of 2013. I was asked by the owner (my Father) to research and learn each aspect of the business and determine a path that would best serve the company. In these last 10 years, we've rebranded as a transportation company with the help of a local marketing agency. We had purchased our own tractors and trailers so that we could offer our "asset-based" division in supplementation to our 3PL division. Our processes improved, we became much more efficient, and our bottom-line reports remained healthy. In 2018 our group of companies merged with another local produce company in Comstock Park, MI. We inherited access to roughly 150,000 sq ft of combined warehouse operations between 2 facilities, an expanded asset-based trucking fleet, more opportunity for our transportation brokerage, and a larger book of business to service.In October of 2021, Vine Line Logistics spun off from Vine Line Group and became its own standalone entity for the first time. In December of 2021, I was promoted to President and in January of 2022, I bought into equity of the company.In November of 2023, my Father and I sold the business to Van Eerden Trucking Company. We both had worked with them on a regular basis for decade(s). The values between our businesses and the vision for the future was in alignment. I am excited for the future what we can build here as a premier transportation provider.Work isn't my entire life, however. I married my beautiful bride Katie in 2015 and we had our first baby boy in December of 2017 (Carter) and baby girl in July of 2021 (Brooklyn). We have one incredibly entertaining dog - a Bernese Mountain Dog (Tony). I love exercising as a form of therapy. God is #1. I have a mild obsession with keeping my cars clean. Golf is by far my favorite sport. I love my family and am blessed that we all still live in the West Michigan area, but thoroughly enjoy exploring new areas around the world.I believe in vulnerability and finding your true self - being confident in who you are and believing that God always has a plan.I would encourage you to reach out to me if you want to learn more about how we can work together!God Bless,Steve

Steve Lyons's Current Company Details
Van Eerden Trucking Company, Inc.

Van Eerden Trucking Company, Inc.

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Logistics Leader | Former Co-Owner of Sold 3PL Company | 10+ Years of Experience | Freight Tech Enthusiast | Produce & Perishable Transportation Specialist
Steve Lyons Work Experience Details
  • Van Eerden Trucking Company, Inc.
    Executive Director Of Sales And Marketing
    Van Eerden Trucking Company, Inc. Nov 2023 - Present
    Byron Center, Michigan, Us
    Currently, we operate over 165 tractors, 300 trailers with a 48-State Contract and Common Carrier Authority, including a Brokerage license. Our major markets include the West Coast, Northwest, South, Mid-West, and East Coast, as well as Michigan Local and Regional Areas.We pride ourselves in a workplace that encourages the development and growth of all its employees as well as maintaining outstanding relationships with our customers. Our experienced and professional staff provides the highest level of transportation services to our customers as well as an exceptional work environment for our drivers. The knowledge and integrity of all our employees have created an atmosphere where each of our drivers know they are a valued and respected part of the Van Eerden family. We highly value our professional drivers and their safety. Please be sure to go to the driving careers page to read more about the benefits of working at Van Eerden Trucking.Through a long-term unwavering pledge to our vision, we will be known as a company that provides our customers with exceptional on-time services and the best resources to be prosperous in their chosen industry. Through our actions, Van Eerden Trucking Company will be seen as offering value to our customers, partners, and employees.
  • Vine Line Logistics, Llc
    President
    Vine Line Logistics, Llc Dec 2021 - Nov 2023
    Grand Rapids, Michigan, Us
    - My co-owner and I sold the business to Van Eerden Trucking Company in November of 2023 and I was hired under the new ownership.- Moved our team to Downtown Grand Rapids, MI.- Hired / Assigned our Leadership Team.- Grew the team to as many as 19. We have room in our new office for 25.- Nearly doubled our GP from 2021 to 2022.- Established partnerships with the industry's leading technology service offerings to build the most robust and modern tech stack to service our Customers, Carriers, Vendors, and Employees.- Built a new website. (www.VineLineLogistics.com)
  • Vine Line Logistics, Llc
    Director Of Logistics
    Vine Line Logistics, Llc May 2019 - Dec 2021
    Grand Rapids, Michigan, Us
    - 3PL Logistics revenue have grew from $7.8M in 2013 to $18M in 2021.- Grew a Food Service account that started at $0 in 2015 and produced over $6M in 2020.- Expanded a logistics brokerage team of what was me, my brother, and an independent contractor to now 4 Carrier Sales Reps, 2 Customer Sales Reps, 1 Intern, me and my brother. Prospected, interviewed, and hired all 7 from November of 2019 to May of 2021. WE ARE STILL HIRING! PM ME FOR DETAILS.- New cloud-based TMS rollout in the pipeline for Q3 2021.- Merged with a new company in November of 2018 and worked alongside our sister produce company to expand our service offerings as their dedicated logistics company.- Developed Vine Line University training courses to keep the team fresh on their skills.- Started the asset division in 2013 to more strategically market to the need of being an asset-based 3PL. We have had as many as 49 Tractors / 71 Refrigerated Trailers in 2019.- Managed a dedicated logistics program for a customer in Cedar Rapids, IA that accrued over 1200 brokered produce loads annually.- Work for 3 of the largest Food Service companies within the US.- Have assisted our asset-based division by working alongside the General Manager to align freight opportunities that make more financial and efficiency sense than procuring a subcontract/brokerage option.- Submit competitive customer RFPs by analyzing the current freight market and working alongside our Carrier Development Team.- Develop new lanes that fill voids for our customer network(s).- Assist the team in securing carriers to haul our customer freight as needed.- Manage our online company presence by updating the company website, Google listings, social media, etc.- Research and execute new technological software that provides continuous efficiency for our team (GPS Tracking, Internal Communication, Document Imaging, etc.)http://www.vinelinelogistics.comBrokerage MC # 122630Asset MC # 121969
  • Vine Line Logistics, Llc
    Director Of Sales And Marketing
    Vine Line Logistics, Llc Sep 2013 - Apr 2019
    Grand Rapids, Michigan, Us
    Vine Line Logistics is a family owned and operated refrigeration transporter with experience reliably delivering secure LTL and TL produce and perishable shipments. We built upon our roots and knowledge of the produce industry to find a better way to transport product and a more responsive way to service customers. The result: a diligent balance between urgency and composure for expert, on-time delivery around the clock, throughout the country."Produce is always in season"Promoted in December 2015.Previous Position:NEW BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - (October 2013 - December 2015)
  • Subaru Of America
    Subaru Ambassador
    Subaru Of America Jan 2017 - Nov 2017
    Camden, Nj, Us
    The Subaru Ambassador program was a great opportunity to 'Spread the Love' of the Subaru brand. I have been, and always will be, an auto enthusiast.
  • Vine Line Trucking, Llc.
    Director Of Sales And Marketing
    Vine Line Trucking, Llc. Sep 2013 - Sep 2017
    Promoted in December 2015.Previous Position:MANAGER - (October 2013 to December 2015)In an effort to enhance our transportation service offering at Vine Line Logistics Inc. My role is to help manage the equipment and the associated drivers, while adhering to the FMSCA rules and regulation requirements. Our aim is to be the preferred refrigerated trucking company in the Midwest area.
  • Crystal Clean Auto Detailing, Llc
    Customer Service Manager
    Crystal Clean Auto Detailing, Llc May 2011 - Aug 2013
    Grand Rapids, Mi, Us
    - Served retail customers (individual vehicle owners) and fleet managers by offering automotive detailing and reconditioning services that matched their specific needs.- Was responsible for generating the financial reports [via GoogleDocs] to the owner and administrative staff that otherwise were not accurately available prior to entering position.- Averaged a 24% increase in revenue month-after-month (Aug - Dec 2011 vs. Aug - Dec 2012)- Over 20% of total sales generated in 2012 were reconditioning services (Value-Added)- Scheduled appointments based on a 24 Hour Turn-A-Round time and entered information into a transparent workload GoogleDoc platform.- Coordinated the Pickup & Delivery of customer vehicles as a value-added concierge service.- Was responsible for generating an Estimate / Inspection on every vehicle via an iPhone application tailored specifically for Crystal Clean. The estimate and photos [for reference] were sent to the customer for approval via e-mail. This information was then relayed to the detailing staff and appropriate outsourced vendors.- Was responsible for the invoicing and collecting payment. Implemented a mobile payment application company wide [GoPayment].- Launched the exclusive Fly 'n' Shine℠ Detail Service in March of 2012 at the Gerald R. Ford International Airport with Standard Parking Corporation. - Managed the e-mail marketing campaigns via iContact and company social networking profiles: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Pinterest.- Managed the company's website (www.crystalcleanautodetailing.com) via WordPress alongside marketing companies that were located both locally and across the country. Google Analytics were monitored for the best SEO and Call-To-Actions strategies.- Was responsible for updating the Retail SOP(s).Crystal Clean Auto Detailing was awarded a 2012 Awardee | Michigan 50 Companies to Watch!
  • Crystal Clean Auto Detailing, Llc
    Customer Sales Representative
    Crystal Clean Auto Detailing, Llc Feb 2011 - May 2011
    Grand Rapids, Mi, Us
    -Marketed automotive reconditioning and indoor storage facility services B2B and B2C accounts in the Greater Grand Rapids area-Coordinated vehicle sale consignments-Required to be proficient in the following programs: BlueFolder, Evernote, Google Apps (Calendar, Documents, Mail) and QuickBooks OnlineWebsite: www.CrystalCleanAutoDetailing.com
  • Seidman College Of Business At Gvsu
    Management Department Student Worker
    Seidman College Of Business At Gvsu Aug 2010 - Dec 2010
    Allendale, Mi, Us
    -Fulfilled administrative requests from the Chair, Coordinator and Professors in the Management Department at Grand Valley State University-Received incoming calls directed toward the management's general telephone line-Directed students' inquiries to the appropriate personnelWebsite: www.gvsu.edu
  • Leanlogistics
    Unilever Managed Services Intern
    Leanlogistics May 2010 - Aug 2010
    -Communicated with Material Planners, Vendors and Carriers related to the inbound material handling for Unilever-Reported carrier performance metrics to Unilever on a weekly basis-Operated specific territorial responsibilities for material transporting from the US to Canada-Was trained to be cross-functional in a team environment-Proficient in the following programs: Lean Transportation Management Software (TMS), Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word)Website: www.leanlogistics.com
  • Mill Steel Company
    Outside Processing Intern
    Mill Steel Company Jan 2010 - May 2010
    Grand Rapids, Michigan, Us
    -Performed the processing of receiving reports, bill of lading and invoice documentation.-Provided updates for inventory product specifications.-Filed paperwork digitally for customer and employee access. -Assisted the logistics department with routing material shipments.-Proficient in the following programs: AS400, Microsoft Outlook (Mail, Calendar)Website: www.millsteel.com
  • Volt
    Apple Campus Representative
    Volt Jan 2010 - Apr 2010
    Buffalo, New York, Us
    -Hosted workshops, coordinated events, and built relationships with students and faculty at Grand Valley State University -Collaborated with the Apple team to run marketing programs on the GVSU campus, from sales promotions to increasing awareness of Apple products -Was partially responsible for the scheduling and development of the position on the GVSU campus as the first of its kind -Achieved the highest level of Apple Sales Training Online (ASTO) certification - Apple Product Professional-Proficient in the following programs: Apple Mac OSX Snow Leopard (iLife, iWork, iTunes, Mail, Mac App Store, etc.), Microsoft Office for Mac, Apple iOS 4Website: www.apple.com or www.volt.com
  • Off The Lot Auto Detailing, Llc
    Owner
    Off The Lot Auto Detailing, Llc Mar 2009 - Feb 2010
    (SEASONAL BY APPOINTMENT MARCH - SEPTEMBER)-Started from the ground up-Coordinated pickup and delivery information for each work order-Certified Auto Detailing Technician from the Detail King Auto Detailing Institute of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania -Was in charge of all functions relating to Marketing and Management-Performed detailing services for 27 personal clients, Delta Imports Dealership and Ada Body Shop
  • At Your Service Valet
    Valet Attendant
    At Your Service Valet Aug 2008 - Dec 2009
    -Was responsible for running a smooth valet operation-Successfully operated at both restaurants and private events-Worked both alone at certain locations and as a team at others -Offered outstanding customer service to leave a great first and last impressionWebsite: www.atyourservicevalet.com
  • Watermark Country Club
    Cart Staff / Junior Golf Instructor / Starter
    Watermark Country Club May 2002 - Aug 2009
    -Managed and arranged group outings -Assisted customers before and after play-Instructed children ages 6-15 in learning the fundamentals of golf-Trained new employeesWebsite: www.watermarkcc.com
  • Best Buy
    Home Theater Sales Representative
    Best Buy Oct 2006 - Jun 2008
    Richfield, Minnesota, Us
    -Assisted customers in finding home theater equipment that fit their specific needs-Fulfilled sales or purchase orders through an integrated inventory management software program -Operated the cash register -Awarded in 2006 for best new employee during the hectic holiday season-A few month duration in 2007, but was hired back on after schedule permittedWebsite: www.bestbuy.com
  • Joymar, Inc.
    Cascade Car Wash Staff
    Joymar, Inc. Oct 2004 - Feb 2005
    -Power washed vehicles in an assembly line fashion -Directly communicated with customers regarding car wash options and procedures -Handled cash and debit/credit transactions-Maintained the facility to the standards of upper level managementWebsite: www.joymarinc.com

Steve Lyons Skills

Marketing Customer Service Process Improvement Sales Management Social Media Cross Functional Team Leadership Social Networking Leadership Logistics Purchasing Facebook Supply Chain Management Customer Satisfaction Time Management Wordpress Website Development Auto Detailing Retail Sales

Steve Lyons Education Details

  • Grand Valley State University
    Grand Valley State University
    (Double Major) Marketing With An Emphasis In Sales / Supply Chain Management
  • Forest Hills Central High School
    Forest Hills Central High School
    Diploma

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