Steve Lyons Email & Phone Number

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.

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)

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

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)

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.

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.

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!

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

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

-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

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

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

(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

-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

-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

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

-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

Undergraduate Gpa: 3.082, (Double Major) Marketing With An Emphasis In Sales / Supply Chain Management

Diploma