On Time Media, the company responsible for hosting and developing the programming for this summer’s annual Expedite Expo, issued a press release sharing details of the Expo that will be held in Fort Wayne, Ind., on July 15-16. We wanted to share the press release that On Time Media issued on the Expedite Expo and the sponsorship of the event by ES.
The Expedite Expo Happening July 15-16!
FLORENCE, Ky. – (May 31, 2022) – On Time Media, one company, multiple platforms, with a single-minded focus… to help you grow your business, is pleased to announce the return of the annual Expedite Expo for 2022. The Expedite Expo 2022 promises to deliver valuable education and networking opportunities to drivers and offers exhibitors the chance present and discuss their services with attendees, and to recruit talented drivers in attendance.
Join us July 15-16, 2022 in Fort Wayne, IN at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum.
For twenty-two years, Expedite Expo has been a marketplace for the entire expedite industry – owner operators, drivers, carriers, and exhibitors – to come together, network, and grow. Expedite Expo is not just for current drivers, but for those looking to get into the industry as well. The Expo offers many exhibitors who are actively recruiting drivers and many that provide services to drivers. After all, most great ideas begin with a conversation.
Expedite Expo’s 2022 presenting sponsor once again is Expediter Services, successintrucking.com
About ES: A full-service, one-stop support company with expertise in financial services, financial technology, relationship lending and general business support, ES has developed highly effective programs focused on creating opportunities for independent contract drivers, owner-operators, and fleet owners in the trucking industry (including the Expedited, LTL, and TL sectors). ES features support in the areas of contract driver services, equipment financing and leasing, truck sales, management services, insurance services, and discount programs. In addition to serving as the leading provider of capacity in the expedited sector of trucking, ES also has built a strong network of independent contract drivers, owner-operators, fleet owners and partner carriers within the over-the-road, general trucking sector of the transportation industry and is quickly becoming a market leader.
“The return of the Expedite Expo served as an important step for the trucking industry, demonstrating the value of once again successfully bringing together professional drivers, fleet owners, carriers and vendors for an in-person event. At ES, we have always valued the opportunity to have face-to-face conversations. The 2022 edition of the Expedite Expo was the perfect platform where we could introduce ES and our team to people who will become new friends, and we’re able to also reconnect with many of our old friends through the Expo. The entire team at On Time Media do an excellent job in both the preparation for the Expo and with the hosting of a first-class event. From our perspective, every year the Expedite Expo is a great success, and ES is proud to serve as the presenting sponsor again, for this year’s Expo. – Jeff Tacker, Executive Vice President, COO, CCO, Expediter Services.
Here are some of the highlights to consider as you plan your Expo itinerary.
Educational Sessions 8:30 am to 12:00 noon both Friday, July 15, and Saturday, July 16 If you have questions about how to succeed in expedited trucking, chances are you’ll find the answers at the Expo. Workshops are taught by industry veterans and experts.
State of the Trucking Industry Saturday, July 16, 10:00 am – State of the trucking industry Speakers: John Elliot, Load 1; Ellen Voie, Women in Trucking; Marilyn Surber, Tenstreet What direction is the expedited freight market heading? Will it grow, hold steady, or hit economic headwinds? Whether you’re an owner-operator, fleet owner, or driver, how can you best prepare to capitalize on the opportunities and navigate around the challenges that lie ahead to take your business to the next level? We will ask industry experts to peer into the future and share what they see.
“We’re thrilled to be back in our twenty-second year of running the Expedite Expo. Every year, I’m blown away by the passion and talent existing in this industry; hard-working men and women, determined to get through whatever the industry throws that them.” Said Joe Kalafat, owner, On Time Media. “This year is a real celebration; these people, America’s best drivers – along with the carriers and service providers who exhibit — have weathered one of the worst storms we have had to face as an industry, and though there are still many challenges ahead, their resilience and commitment is second-to-none. We can’t wait to welcome the men and women of the expedite trucking community back to their home at the Expedite Expo once again this year!”.
About Expedite Expo Expedite Expo is the only trade show in the nation that focuses exclusively on the expedited trucking industry. Attendees and exhibitors from all over the US and Canada come to the Expo to learn about the newest trucks, career opportunities and products geared specifically to owner operators and drivers of medium- and heavy-duty trucks.
“I view Expedite Expo as the Woodstock of Expedite Trucking. This is the one time per year where it seems that anyone who has a role in the Expedite Trucking Industry comes together for this event. If someone wants to learn about the Industry as a supplier, driver or fleet owner, then it is the place to be.” said Brian Callan, President, Bolt Custom Trucks and Manufacturing.
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ES is pleased to announce that the third webinar in our 2022 IN-SITE Online Series will be placing a focus on the Expedited Sector of the trucking industry. On April 26th, ES will be hosting a free webinar event that will showcase the opportunities and what’s happening in the expedited trucking market while also spotlighting the On Time Media Group and ExpeditersOnline.com.
The upcoming webinar is entitled 2022, It’s All About You: Spotlighting On Time Media & Opportunities In Expedited Trucking.
Founded in 1999, On Time Media is a multimedia marketing services and publishing company, specializing in driver recruiting, truck and product advertising and commercial vehicle inventory management. On Time Media’s flagship website, ExpeditersOnline.com, is the authority on the expedited trucking industry. Meanwhile, On Time Media is also involved in trucking opportunities outside of expediting through JustCDLJobs.com, which serves the broader over-the-road trucking market.
On Time Media serves as the organizer and host for the annual Expedite Expo, the premiere in-person event within expedited trucking, bringing together people from all over North America. The Expedite Expo offers the opportunity to learn about the newest expedite trucking industry news, equipment, career opportunities and products geared specifically to expedite owner operators and drivers. ES is proud to serve as the Presenting Sponsor for the Expedite Expo.
The panel discussion for this edition of the IN-SITE 2022 webinar series will be moderated by Leah Shaver, the President and CEO of the National Transportation Institute (NTI). The panel will feature Joe Kalafat, a member of the ownership group at On Time Media as well as Kristy Lohre, Event Manager for On Time Media, and Isaac Speicher, Head of Accounts for On Time Media. The panel will also feature Jeff Tacker, the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer of Expediter Services.
The free webinar event will take place on Tuesday, April 26th from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. EDT. Replays of the webinar will be available for all who register for the event. Click to register for webinar.
Expert Panel
Leah Shaver
President & CEO, National Transportation Institute, SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking Radio Host Panel Moderator
Isaac Speicher
Head of Accounts, On Time Media
Kristy Lohre
Event Manager, On Time Media
Joe Kalafat
Member of the Ownership Group, On Time Media
Jeff Tacker
Chief Operating Officer,Expediter Services
ES is proud to have Stoops Freightliner serve as the Title Sponsor for the IN-SITE 2022 Series.
Expediter Services (ES), a leader in capacity solutions and ownership opportunities within the trucking industry, is pleased to announce the company will be presenting the second webinar of its IN-SITE 2022 Online Series. The free webinar is entitled 2022, It’s All About You: Spotlighting FedEx Custom Critical & Truck Ownership Opportunities.
The second webinar for the IN-SITE 2022 series will discuss the current conditions related to truck ownership and starting a trucking business while also highlighting the opportunities with FedEx Custom Critical, which is one of the carriers within the ES community. Part of the webinar will cover the long relationship between ES and FedEx Custom Critical and how members of the ES Community have grown their businesses and found their success in trucking through the programs and support offerings available to trucking entrepreneurs.
The live webinar event will take place on Tuesday, March 29, from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. EDT. Replays of the webinar will be available for all who register for the event. Free registrations for the live event and access to the replay of the webinar are available by clicking here.
The panel for the second session of the IN-SITE 2022 webinar series will feature Jason Campbell, Vice President of Operations, Ops Systems & Support at FedEx Custom Critical, and Steve Callitsis, Managing Director of Operations Systems and Support at FedEx Custom Critical. The panel will also include Jason Williams, the Co-Founder and President of Expediter Services, and Jeff Tacker, the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer of Expediter Services.
The panel discussion for this edition of the IN-SITE 2022 webinar series will be moderated by Leah Shaver, the President and CEO of the National Transportation Institute (NTI). Founded in 1995, NTI has earned the reputation as a leader in the trucking industry for tracking company driver and owner-operator compensation history, changes and benchmarks. Leah, who also serves as a host on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Radio Channel 146, is one of the foremost experts in the trucking industry on topics related to compensation, driver recruiting and driver retention.
The market outlook for 2022 and the opportunities for independent contractors and owner-operators will be among the topics that the panel will be discussing during the webinar. Live attendees and on-demand viewers of the webinar will also hear about the collaborative efforts between FedEx Custom Critical and ES that have paved the way for professional drivers to become truck owners and successfully operate small businesses within the industry.
“We are thrilled to have an opportunity to feature FedEx Custom Critical as part of the IN-SITE 2022. For more than a decade now, our team at ES has had the honor and pleasure to build a strong working relationship with the team at FedEx Custom Critical,” said ES President and Co-Founder Jason Williams. “Our ES Community is filled with the success stories of entrepreneurs who utilized our program offerings at ES to become independent contract drivers, owner-operators, and fleet owners as part of the FedEx Custom Critical fleet. We are looking forward to hearing Jason Campbell and Steve Callitsis share their perspectives through our panel discussion.
“As I have said many times prior to one of our webinars, we would like to invite anyone who is interested in exploring truck ownership or growing your existing trucking business to join us for our live event or through the on-demand replay,” Williams added. “You will see that we have great carriers along with a strong and supportive community that is focused on helping people achieve success in trucking.”
The March webinar event is part of the overall IN-SITE 2022 Online Series. ES has planned free webinar events and podcast releases throughout the year as part of the overall. The upcoming webinars and podcasts in the series will continue to have topics of interest for owner-operators, independent contract drivers, fleet owners and any aspiring entrepreneurs within trucking. To stay up to date on the latest with IN-SITE 2022, please visit https://essuccessintrucking.com/insite2022/.
Expert Panel
Leah Shaver
President & CEO, National Transportation Institute, SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking Radio Host Panel Moderator
Jason Campbell
Vice President of Operations, Ops Systems & Support, FedEx Custom Critical
Steve Callitsis
Managing Director of Operations Systems and Support, FedEx Custom Critical
Jason Williams
President, Expediter Services
Jeff Tacker
Chief Operating Officer, Expediter Services
ES is proud to have Stoops Freightliner serve as the Title Sponsor for the IN-SITE 2022 Series.
The IN-SITE Online Series from Expediter Services (ES) returns for a third consecutive year with a live webinar event. On February 22, ES will launch IN-SITE 2022 by hosting a webinar that discusses the state of truck ownership opportunities in today’s market while also spotlighting Forward Air.
Expediter Services (ES), a leader in capacity solutions and ownership opportunities within the trucking industry, is pleased to announce the company will be presenting the initial webinar of its IN-SITE 2022 Online Series. The free webinar is entitled 2022, It’s All About You: Spotlighting Forward Air & Truck Ownership Opportunities.
The debut webinar for the IN-SITE 2022 series will focus on the current conditions related to truck ownership and starting a trucking business while also highlighting the opportunities with Forward Air, which is one of the partner carriers within the ES Community. The live webinar event will take place on Tuesday, February 22nd (2-22-22) from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m. EST. Replays of the webinar will be available for all who register for the event.
The panel discussion for this edition of the IN-SITE 2022 webinar series will be moderated by Leah Shaver, the President and CEO of the National Transportation Institute (NTI). Founded in 1995, NTI has earned the reputation as a leader in the trucking industry for tracking company driver and owner-operator compensation history, changes and benchmarks. Leah, who also serves as a host on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Radio Channel 146, is one of the foremost experts in the trucking industry on topics related to compensation, driver recruiting and driver retention.
The panel for the opening session of the IN-SITE 2022 webinar series will feature Meghan Turner, the Director of Recruiting for Expediter Services, and Rachel Gilbert, the Director of Talent Marketing & OTR Capacity Development for Forward Air. The market outlook for 2022 and the opportunities for independent contractors and owner-operators will be among the topics that the panel will be discussing during the webinar. Live attendees and on-demand viewers of the webinar will also hear about the collaborative efforts between Forward Air and ES that have paved the way for professional drivers to become truck owners and successfully operate small businesses within the industry.
“When we started the IN-SITE Online Series in 2020, it was initially the platform that our team at ES developed that allowed us to reach out to professional drivers and entrepreneurs across the trucking industry during a time when in-person events were not practical,” said ES President and Co-Founder Jason Williams. “One of the many things we have learned through hosting the IN-SITE webinar series the past two years is that we have been able to make a difference for our audience through the information and perspectives that are shared by our panelists and our moderator.
“Our team at ES is working hard with our partners in the ES Community to develop another strong series of webinars for IN-SITE 2022,” Williams added. “We are once again looking forward to addressing key topics related to opportunities for starting and growing small businesses in the trucking industry. We have always been focused on making the IN-SITE Series a valuable resource for trucking entrepreneurs. As we’ve done now for the past three years, I would like to invite anyone who is interested in exploring truck ownership or growing your existing trucking business to join us for our live event or through the on-demand replay. You will see that we have a strong and supportive community that is focused on helping people achieve success in trucking.”
ES has planned free webinar events and podcast releases throughout the year as part of the overall IN-SITE 2022 Online Series. The upcoming webinars and podcasts in the series will continue to have topics of interest for owner-operators, independent contract drivers, fleet owners and any aspiring entrepreneurs within trucking. To stay up to date on the latest with IN-SITE 2022, please visit here.
Expert Panel
Leah Shaver
President & CEO, National Transportation Institute, SiriusXM Road Dog Trucking Radio Host Panel Moderator
Isaac Rachel Gilbert
Director of Talent Marketing & OTR Capacity Development for Forward Air
Meghan Turner
Director of Recruiting for Expediter Services
ES is proud to have Stoops Freightliner serve as the Title Sponsor for the IN-SITE 2022 Series.
When the 150 Business Challenge was first launched in November of 2017, the collaborative program between Expediter Services (ES) and the Women In Trucking Association (WIT) set out to achieve the goal of assisting in the creation of 150 women-owned businesses in transportation. As the program enters its fifth year, the 150 Business Challenge has become a true vehicle of change within the trucking industry, helping in the launch of 132 women-owned businesses.
“Back in the fall of 2017 when we partnered with Expediter Services to launch the 150 Business Challenge, we had high hopes that this program could be a difference maker for creating true ownership opportunities for women in the trucking industry, and the results speak for themselves,” said Ellen Voie, President & CEO of the Women In Trucking Association. “Through this program, ES has helped aspiring women entrepreneurs by removing some of the most trying obstacles when it comes to starting a business in trucking.”
The 150 Business Challenge follows the proven working model that ES utilizes in offering truck ownership opportunities and assisting the program participants in establishing profitable small businesses through a variety of support mechanisms found within the ES Community. Professional drivers interested in the ES truck ownership programs, including the 150 Business Challenge, go through a screening and qualification process that also has an evaluation period.
In addition to looking at work history, it is during the evaluation period program that participants are given the opportunity by ES to demonstrate their attitude, their aptitude and their work ethic. The process that ES utilizes for qualifying truck ownership program participants is unique because it places a greater emphasis on a driver’s work history over a traditional credit score. ES offers qualified participants competitive, market-rate financing for professional drivers seeking to own trucks from the leading equipment brands in the industry.
One of the features of the 150 Business Challenge is the opportunity for program participants to drive as an owner-operator for one of the partner carriers in the ES Community. Members of the 150 Business Challenge are now a part of the fleets at FedEx Custom Critical, Forward Air and Panther Premium Logistics, a service of ArcBest. As part of the additional support that is available, ES also provides program participants access to a complete set of services and discounts through the ES Community that cover the key areas of fuel, maintenance, insurance and back-office support. Other services and discounts are also available through the ES Community.
“Over the years as we have developed our programs, we took note of the hurdles women have faced in trucking from a financial standpoint when looking to start a business, and that was part of our inspiration for launching the 150 Business Challenge,” said ES President and Co-founder Jason Williams. “As business owners ourselves, we understand and appreciate what it takes to push through challenges in order to achieve your goals. We believe in entrepreneurs, and part of our mission at ES is helping people by placing them in the best position to make the most of an opportunity to successfully run their own business.”
Long before the collaboration with WIT on the 150 Business Challenge, ES had established a reputation in the industry for opening doors for women who are seeking to become business owners in trucking. Today, the number of women within the ES Community who are fleet owners, owner-operators or independent contract drivers involved in the programs offered by the company now exceeds 38 percent of the ES fleet.
“Since I first met with the leadership team at ES several years ago, I could see the commitment they have as a company for opening the doors of ownership opportunities in the trucking industry to everyone,” said Ellen. “When we look at the impact that the 150 Business Challenge has made since 2017, this program has become a platform for success because ES offers women more than the opportunity to buy a new truck. This is a truly comprehensive offering that delivers access to the support that business owners need to prosper and grow. ES has done an amazing job with 150 Business Challenge, and we’re looking forward to seeing the next steps for this program.”
Free Webinar:
Start Your Own Trucking Business: All Treats & No Tricks
Tuesday, October 26, at 2:00 p.m. ET.
ES is excited to announce the company will be presenting the Fall Edition of its IN-SITE 2021 Webinar Series entitled Start Your Own Trucking Business: All Treats & No Tricks. The live, free event will take place on Tuesday, October 26, at 2:00 p.m. ET. Webinar replays will be available online following the presentation of the live event.
The focus of the IN-SITE 2021 Fall Webinar will be to examine the trends during the first nine months of 2021 within the trucking industry while also looking at what is ahead for the final portion of this year and what’s on the horizon for 2022.
Jason Williams, the President and Co-Founder of ES, and Jeff Tacker, the Chief Operating Officer and Chief Commercial Officer of ES, will be the featured speakers during the webinar “Start Your Own Trucking Business: All Treats & No Tricks”.In addition to discussing the trends that ES is observing within the trucking industry, the Fall Edition of the IN-SITE 2021 Webinar Series will also provide Jason and Jeff the chance to talk about the truck ownership opportunities and support available through the ES Community.
This edition of the webinar will be moderated by Leah Shaver, the President and CEO of the National Transportation Institute (NTI). Founded in 1995, NTI has earned the reputation as a leader in the trucking industry for tracking company driver and owner-operator compensation history, changes and benchmarks. Leah, who also serves as a host on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Radio Channel 146, will be leading the webinar discussion in the style of a fireside chat.
The live event and access to the replay are free to anyone who is interested in attending the webinar. Click to register for “Start Your Own Trucking Business: All Treats & No Tricks”
“During our IN-SITE 2021 Series, we have focused all our webinars around one of the strengths of our team at ES, and that is helping aspiring entrepreneurs to realize the dream of starting their own trucking businesses. We have also spent time during the four previous IN-SITE 2021 webinars discussing key issues that are impacting owner-operators, independent contract drivers and fleet owners,” said Jason Williams, President of ES. “As we move toward the final months of this year, we thought it would be valuable to look at the current trends as well as the challenges and opportunities that are on the horizon as we move into 2022.”
“Just as we have done with our past webinars, everyone who joins us will get a chance to learn more about ES and the support our ES Community members receive as they work to build and grow their small businesses,” added Williams. “With this webinar taking place so close to Halloween, we decided to give it the title, Start Your Own Trucking Business: All Treats & No Tricks. Along with having some fun with the seasonal theme, everyone who joins us for the webinar will be able to see that the programs and opportunities from ES are real. There are no tricks or surprises. We are focused on helping everyone who joins the ES Community to maximize their Success In Trucking.”
ES is proud to have Stoops Freightliner serve as the Title Sponsor for the IN-SITE 2021 Series.
The 2021 edition of the Expedite Expo stood out for a number of reasons. For starters, the Expo gained the distinction of becoming the first in-person trade show gathering for professional drivers since the global pandemic. The return of the event also marked a milestone as host company OnTime Media celebrated the 20th anniversary of the Expedite Expo.
ES served as the presenting sponsor for this year’s Expedite Expo, and ES held a major presence throughout the halls of the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Conference Center in Fort Wayne, Ind., the site of the 2021 Expo. ES featured two largest booth areas within the Expo, with one area of the floor dedicated to ES Truck Sales.
At the conclusion of the event’s first day, ES hosted the IN-SITE Dinner at the Expo. The dinner was a huge success, drawing a total audience of 185 people who were treated to a tasty buffet meal and an after-dinner presentation filled with valuable information.
The audience gathered at the IN-SITE Dinner paid close attention to the perspectives and insights shared by ES Chief Operating Officer Jeff Tacker and ES President Jason Williams. Jeff and Jason talked to dinner audience about the latest trends in the trucking industry and the key market indicators on the road ahead. They also spent some time offering details on the services, programs and opportunities that are available for professional drivers through ES.
ES brought our video crew to Fort Wayne to capture the happenings at the 2021 edition of the Expedite Expo. For this edition of Spotlight News, we have produced four videos from the Expo that we will be sharing. We would like to invite you to watch the after-dinner program from the IN-SITE Dinner at the Expo as well as three of the interviews we conducted during our time in Fort Wayne.
IN-SITE Dinner At The Expo
Speaker comments by Jeff Tacker and Jason Williams of ES on the current state of the trucking industry and opportunities to establish and grow a trucking business through the programs and offerings from ES.
Expo 2021 Interview With Jason Williams
Shortly after the conclusion of the 2021 Expedite Expo, we talked with Jason Williams, the President & Co-Founder of ES. We asked Jason to share some of his observations from this edition of the Expedite Expo, which marked an important return to business in the new normal since the pandemic.
Expo 2021 Interview With Ellen Voie, President & CEO of the Women In Trucking Association
ES spent some time with Women In Trucking Association President & CEO Ellen Voie, who has been attending the Expedite Expo since its inception. We talked with Ellen about the return of the Expo and the continuing partnership between WIT and ES through the 150 Women Owned Business Challenge, the program developed by ES and WIT to create 150 women-owned businesses in the transportation industry. We also talked with Ellen about a number of other topics of interest within the trucking industry.
Expo 2021 Interview With Monte Stetler, President of OnTime Media
As part of the effort by ES to capture what took place at the 2021 edition of the Expedite Expo, we talked with OnTime Media President Monte Stetler. OnTime Media launched the Expedite Expo and has hosted the event for 20 years. In addition to marking a milestone anniversary, this year’s Expedite Expo became a trailblazer for in-person events within the trucking industry. Monte took some time as the Expedite Expo was wrapping up to discuss his company’s decision to move forward and host the Expo and the support he received from ES as the presenting sponsor.
As the presenting sponsor of the event, Expediter Services (ES) will be highly visible at the Expedite Expo. ES will also be hosting the IN-SITE Dinner at the Expo, a special event that will look at current conditions in the trucking industry and the opportunities offered through ES.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – June 18, 2021 – Expediter Services (ES), a leader in capacity solutions and ownership opportunities within the trucking industry, is pleased to announce that the company will be serving as the presenting sponsor for the return of the Expedite Expo, which will be held July 16-17 in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Hosted by On Time Media, the Expedite Expo, which was unable to take place in 2020 due to the global pandemic, is the largest trade show of its kind, bringing together expediters from across North America. The Expo offers a platform for attendees to learn about career opportunities, the latest advancements in equipment as well as products geared specifically for owner-operators, contractors and drivers of medium-duty and heavy-duty trucks.
The 2021 edition of the Expedite Expo will be held at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Conference Center in Fort Wayne, and the return of the event will mark a milestone as the Expedite Expo will be celebrating its 20th anniversary.
“The Expedite Expo has always been an important event for ES because it directly connects with our company’s roots in the expedited sector. This year’s Expo will definitely be special for all of us at ES. We are looking forward to the opportunities that we will have to make in-person connections with the people coming to an event that has become a tradition within expedite,” said Jeff Tacker, Chief Operating Officer of ES. “The Expedite Expo is the perfect size for exhibitors and attendees, and Expediter Services is thrilled to once again be the title sponsor for an event that will be marking its 20th anniversary.
“One of the benefits that we see with the return of the Expedite Expo and our IN-SITE Dinner is that it will give us the chance to talk about the unrivaled advantages that ES brings to the market.” ~ Jeff Tacker, Chief Operating Officer of ES
“On Time Media has done a great job over the years with the development of an event that has valuable programming for professional contract drivers, owner-operators, fleet owners, expedited carriers and the supporting services offered within our industry,” added Tacker, who also serves as the Chief Commercial Officer for ES.
As the presenting sponsor of the event, ES will be highly visible at the Expedite Expo. ES will occupy the largest booth at the show, which will be located center stage on the main floor. In addition, ES will be featured at a second booth within the exhibit hall that will be dedicated to truck sales. ES will also be hosting the largest event during the 20th annual Expedite Expo when the company holds its IN-SITE Dinner at the Expo.
Taking place on Friday, July 16, the IN-SITE Dinner at the Expo offers a unique opportunity for all current and prospective qualified contractors attending the Expo. This special IN-SITE event from ES begins with the doors opening at 4:30 p.m. and dinner being served beginning at 5:00 in Banquet Room B inside the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum Conference Center. Courtesy of ES, the IN-SITE at the Expo Dinner is free to all attendees of the event, and the ES Team has planned a terrific menu for the meal. Click here to register for the IN-SITE Dinner.
The IN-SITE event at the Expo provides attendees with an informal setting where they can get to know members of the ES team, hear informative updates on the latest trends in trucking while getting an introduction to the programs available through ES. Attendees at the IN-SITE Dinner in Fort Wayne will hear an overview of the truck ownership opportunities offered through ES with financing at competitive market rates.
Those in attendance at the dinner will also learn about the strong nationwide fuel network within the ES Community, featuring some of the largest discounts in the industry along with information on other savings opportunities and the business services that ES has provided for more than a decade.
“One of the benefits that we see with the return of the Expedite Expo and our IN-SITE Dinner is that it will give us the chance to talk about the unrivaled advantages that ES brings to the market for owner-operators, independent contractors and fleet owners who are part of where the rubber meets the road in the expedited sector. We have a comprehensive set of programs and offerings that can pave the way for greater levels of success in trucking,” said Tacker. “Most importantly, the 20th anniversary of the Expedite Expo will provide our ES Team with the opportunity to reconnect with people in the expedite community.
“Over the years, we have deeply valued the time we are able to spend getting to know people who have visited our booth at the Expedite Expo. We also are very appreciative of everyone who has joined us for the dinners that we’ve held in past years,” added Tacker. “I can tell you that we can trace many of the relationships that ES has built over the years in expedite back to a first meeting that happened during the Expedite Expo. If you have an interest in expediting and you want to explore opportunities for ownership in trucking, the Expedite Expo is definitely worth your time and the trip to Fort Wayne.”
How To Attend The Expedite Expo & The IN-SITE Dinner At The Expo:
Anyone interested in attending the Expedite Expo can learn more by going to the registration page on the event’s website, https://www.expediteexpo.com/attend/registration-main. Registration for the Expedite Expo is free.
The IN-SITE Dinner at the Expo is a free event with a buffet-style dinner, featuring a fun and informative program. The IN-SITE Dinner at the Expo is open to all current and prospective qualified contractors. Anyone interested in attending the IN-SITE Dinner at the Expo can contact Expediter Services for more information and to make reservations for the dinner event. The toll-free number for Expediter Services is 877-349-9303. All those interested in attending the IN-SITE Dinner at the Expo can also register through the following link: https://essuccessintrucking.com/insite-signup.
Through this new company division and the ES Advantage Program, Expediter Services (ES) is utilizing its experience and strong vendor network built over the company’s 15-year history to establish a comprehensive program offering a wide range of services, discounts and other benefits that are focused on the needs of owner-operators, independent contractors and fleet owners.
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – June 3, 2021 – Expediter Services (ES), a leader in capacity solutions and ownership opportunities within the trucking industry, is pleased to announce that the company has developed a Vendor Network Services division, which will be introducing the ES Advantage Program. In creating the ES Advantage, ES is utilizing its experience and a strong vendor network built over the company’s 15-year history to establish a comprehensive program offering a wide range of services, discounts and other benefits that are focused on the needs of owner-operators, independent contractors and fleet owners.
The ES Advantage Program is a further extension of the offerings available to members of the ES Community, which was first established by ES to serve as a support platform for the owner-operators, independent contractors and fleet owners utilizing the truck ownership programs available from the company. Over the years, the ES Community has expanded its scope of offerings, services and benefits, growing its vendor network and its overall number of participants. Today, the ES Community totals more than 10,000 members, and, in addition to the owner-operators, independent contractors and fleet owners in ES programs, the ES Community now includes all the motor carriers, service providers and companies that have established working relationships with ES.
“From the very beginnings of our company, ES has always worked toward a vision to create a community of vendors and partners that would provide discounts to level the playing field for owner-operators, independent contractors and small fleets. That vision was one of the inspirations that led us to start the ES Community, and we view the ES Advantage Program as the next step for providing the support and services trucking business owners need within our industry,” said ES President Jason Williams. “Through our experiences in working with small businesses over the years, we have specifically designed the ES Advantage Program to be a platform that can assist trucking businesses to reduce costs and drive bottom-line profits, allowing them to compete in the market and be more profitable at the truck level.”
“We are committed to making a difference for our industry’s small business owners, and we have added depth to our team to help us in continuing to move the ES Advantage forward in the market.” ~ES President Jason Williams
Through the ES Advantage Program, participants will have access to one of the trucking industry’s strongest fuel networks with discounts at over 1,100 locations nationwide, providing ES Advantage members with savings of up to $1,000 per month on fuel purchases.
Along with the fuel discounts, the ES Advantage also offers members shop discounts with below-market hourly rates for repairs, including significant discounts for preventive maintenance work and oil changes at major truck stop chains. Further addressing maintenance with tires, ES Advantage members can save up to $135 per tire off the retail price.
Through its experience in the industry, ES understands the importance of going beyond discount offerings to provide a comprehensive set of services to best position members of the ES Community for success in trucking. For the ES Advantage Program, members will have access to insurance from a low-cost provider with the broadest range of offerings.
The insurance coverages available within the ES Advantage program include physical damage, non-trucking liability, occupational accident and workers’ compensation. The ES Advantage program also has an insurance option available that is focused on addressing issues related to business overhead expenses.
As part of the comprehensive offerings from the ES Advantage, members will also receive national account pricing for toll management, prepaid legal services and online safety training. According to company officials, gasoline discounts will be among the next set of offerings available through the ES Advantage Program.
“In establishing our Vendor Network Services division and in launching the ES Advantage Program, our team at ES is calling upon our years of experience in the industry. In addition, we are looking at what we see on the horizon that can benefit owner-operators, independent contractors and fleet owners – the small business interests in trucking,” said Williams. “We are committed to making a difference for our industry’s small business owners, and we have added depth to our team to help us in continuing to move the ES Advantage forward in the market. Our rollout of the ES Advantage is just a starting point. We plan to continue to bring additional programs and services to the market that will benefit ES Advantage program participants and our ES Community as a whole.”
Jeff Reese, who joined ES in January, is one of the new additions to the company noted by Williams. With over 20 years of experience consulting with transportation companies in the areas of equipment finance and leasing, fuel cards and financial technology solutions, Reese joined ES as the Director of Sales and Marketing for the company’s Vendor Services Network Division. In addition to handling the sales and marketing efforts for the ES Advantage Program, Reese will oversee the management of the relationships with the ES vendor community while also continuing to expand the offerings of the program.
Reese was already quite familiar with ES, serving as a long-time vendor representative who worked with the ES leadership team on developing a fuel card solution that the company successfully introduced for use within the ES Community.
“It’s an honor to be a part of the ES organization, and I have deep respect for the dedication ES has always had toward taking care of the owner-operators and small fleets in the ES Community,” said Reese. “In working with ES as a vendor, it was always clear to me that, if a deal wasn’t good for the truck owners, then it was not good enough for ES. One of the reasons that ES has gained a strong position of respect within the trucking industry is that ES is committed to doing things the right way. As the company motto says, ‘With ES, You Never Stand Alone.’”
April Holland, a member of the ES Team from the company’s earliest days who has served successfully in many roles during her tenure at ES, will be managing the customer service areas of the ES Advantage Program. A specialist in customer service, Holland has been an integral contributor in the development of the customer relations aspects of the ES Advantage.
As the company begins the rollout of the program to the trucking industry, the ES Advantage Team also includes Mary Miller, who started in August 2020 and has been instrumental in servicing our customers, and Lisa Marshall, who is a recent addition to ES. Terri Bridges, a long-term employee who has been in our accounting department functioning as a Settlement Administrator, will be transitioning to the VNS department within the next 60 days. Company officials note that the ES Advantage Team has plans to expand its number of staff members as the program’s growth moves forward.
“With the ES Advantage, we’ve been working since the beginning of the year to build our team and prepare for the rollout of the program to the industry. As Jason noted, we are building off the strong foundation ES has established with its network of over 10,000 members and service providers within the ES Community,” said Reese. “As we introduce the ES Advantage to the market, our focus as a team will be to deliver an unrivaled set of advantages to all those who will join our program. We have a tested and proven program in place that will result in greater profitability for trucking businesses utilizing the ES Advantage. We are looking forward to working hard and making great things happen for the small business owners in the trucking industry.”
The ES Advantage Team has established a website that provides details on the program and offers the opportunity to connect with ES to learn more about the ES Advantage. For more information on the ES Advantage, visit ES-Advantage.com.
The May 26th live webinar event, entitled “Start Your Own Trucking Business: Connecting Dispatch With YOU!,” will be a panel discussion exploring the comprehensive support and the services trucking business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs receive as part of the ES Community.
Expediter Services (ES), a leader in capacity solutions and ownership opportunities within the trucking industry, will be presenting a webinar focusing on the importance and value of strong operational support for owner-operators, independent contractors and fleet owners. The live, free event will be the fourth webinar of the company’s IN-SITE 2021 Online Series. The live webinar will take place on Wednesday, May 26, at 2:00 p.m. EDT. Replays of the webinar will be available online following the conclusion of the live presentation.
Entitled “Start Your Own Trucking Business: Connecting Dispatch With YOU!,” this edition of the INSITE 2021 Online Series will be a panel discussion exploring the comprehensive support and the services trucking business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs receive as part of the ES Community. During the webinar, attendees will have an opportunity to learn about the programs and support systems ES has established for its ES Community Members, backing the company’s motto that “You will Never Stand Alone with ES.”
The panel discussion for this edition of the IN-SITE 2021 webinar series will be moderated by Leah Shaver, the President and CEO of the National Transportation Institute (NTI). Founded in 1995, NTI has earned the reputation as a leader in the trucking industry for tracking company driver and owner-operator compensation history, changes and benchmarks. Shaver, who also serves as a host on SiriusXM’s Road Dog Trucking Radio Channel 146, will be leading the discussion in the style of a fireside chat.
The webinar panel will feature two members of the Services Coordinator team at ES, Senior Service Coordinator Patrick Bertrand and Service Coordinator Lee Burkhalter. Webinar attendees will learn first-hand how Bertrand and Burkhalter work to successfully bridge the gap between dispatch and the driver, allowing business owners to focus on generating profits rather than being slowed down by typical day-to-day issues. Bertrand has more than 20 years of experience in the trucking industry, working in operations and other areas of the industry, while Burkhalter, prior to taking his current position with ES in 2015, has experience with establishing his own trucking business as a fleet owner. During that time, Burkhalter utilized the advantages offered through the ES Community.
As part of the discussion of the comprehensive offerings from ES, David Withers, the Senior Director of Operations at ES, will also be joining the webinar panel. Withers will be sharing details on the ES philosophy and approach to working with the owner-operators, independent contractors and fleet owners within the ES Community. Withers will also explain how ES helps to best position ES Community Members for success in trucking.
“From our earliest days when we began working with owner-operators, independent contractors and fleet owners 15 years ago, our team at ES immediately recognized the numerous challenges trucking business owners face in this industry. Through the years, we have worked to build strong programs and support systems that have been specifically designed to help trucking business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs to establish themselves and grow,” said ES President Jason Williams. “Through this edition of our IN-SITE 2021, we wanted to take the opportunity to share with the industry how we take a comprehensive approach in supporting professional drivers and their businesses. During this webinar, you’ll have the opportunity to hear the level of care and support that ES provides on behalf of every ES Community Member, walking with you every step of way to make sure that you Never Stand Alone.”
Attendees of this webinar will hear details on how ES delivers a host of advantages, including carrier advocacy, that can assist members of the ES Community with their business operations.
ABOUT ES: A full-service, one-stop support company with expertise in financial services, financial technology, relationship lending and general business support, ES has developed highly effective programs focused on creating opportunities for independent contract drivers, owner-operators, and fleet owners in the trucking industry (including the Expedited, LTL, and TL sectors). ES features support in the areas of contract driver services, equipment financing and leasing, truck sales, management services, insurance services, and discount programs. In addition to serving as the leading provider of capacity in the expedited sector of trucking, ES also has built a strong network of independent contract drivers, owner-operators, fleet owners and partner carriers within the over-the-road, general trucking sector of the transportation industry and is quickly becoming a market leader. For more information on opportunities and services offered through ES, visit ESsuccessintrucking.com.
