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Advantages Available to The Expediter Services Community Continue to Grow

February 19, 2024

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Expediter Services (ES), a leader in capacity solutions and ownership opportunities within the trucking industry, is excited to announce the rollout of new services and benefits that make it easier for community members to have protection at every level of their business and personal lives. The expanded services include telemedicine, a prescription drug card, and identity theft protection.

Advantages Available

Over the past year, driver health and access to essential services for operators have been a major point of emphasis for the ES team. Rising healthcare costs, including prescription drugs, as well as access to medical services when on the road, are a major challenge for owner-operators and fleet owners.

The inclusion of telemedicine and a prescription drug discount card will allow ES community members to have 24/7 access to medical professionals and lower costs when medication is needed. This combined with identity theft protection, provides community members with insulation when unforeseen issues arise with their health or data breaches, both of which can be potentially damaging to small business owners.

The new program will be rolled out in March 2024 to branded fleet members of the ES Community, with the goal of making these services available to the entire community shortly thereafter. Coverage will be included as part of the weekly program membership fee that operators pay. Members of the ES Community receive outstanding benefits for an extremely low cost. We will continue to create outstanding value with new features and programs and drive out unnecessary costs for our members.

“Membership has its advantages,” stated Jeff Tacker, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Commercial Officer for ES. “We want to make it easy for our members to get the protection they need without it breaking the bank. By rolling these advantages into the program membership fee, we are removing barriers and allowing our members to focus on running their businesses.”

Learn more about how the ES team chooses its partners and programs in the podcast featuring Jason Williams, President & CEO, below.

If you’d like to learn more about the opportunities available and how you Never Stand Alone when you join the ES Community, reach out to our team.

A Conversation With Jason Williams, President and CEO of Expediter Services

In this episode of the podcast, we will feature an in-depth conversation with Jason Williams, the President and CEO of Expediter Services. Our conversation with Jason focuses on the wide range of services available to the members of the ES Community. You’ll hear Jason discuss how he and the team at ES go through the process of evaluating new services to bring into the ES Community. Jason also notes the addition of telemedicine, a prescription drug card and identity theft protection as services coming to the ES Community.

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 and servicing independent contractors: drivers, owner-operators, and fleet owners in the trucking industry (including the Expedited, LTL, and TL sectors). ES features support and advantages 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 contractors(drivers, owner-operators, fleet owners), partner motor carriers, and vendors 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.

ES Success In Trucking Expands Offerings to Include Health Insurance Marketplace

July 20, 2023

Expediter Services (ES) is announcing the addition of an exclusive health insurance marketplace at ESHealthPlans.com to their growing suite of advantages for independent contractors including contract drivers, owner-operators, and fleet owners. This offering includes major medical coverage, short-term health plans, vision, dental, life insurance, telehealth plans, and more for less than $.01 per mile. This newest offering is another way for ES to help improve members’ profitability and life on the road while offering coverage that meets their needs at an affordable price.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – July 20, 2023 – Expediter Services (ES), a leader in capacity solutions and ownership opportunities within the trucking industry, is excited to announce the addition of an exclusive health insurance marketplace at ESHealthPlans.com to our growing suite of advantages for independent contractors which include contract drivers, owner-operators, and fleet owners.

ESHealthPlans.com will give independent contractors access to a comprehensive and customizable range of affordable policies including major medical coverage, short-term health plans, vision, dental, life insurance, telehealth plans, and more for less than $.01 per mile. This new marketplace can also benefit fleet owners, helping them attract and retain valued professional drivers.

Contractors are constantly on the move, making access a critical component. Next-day coverage is standard for health, dental, life, and accident insurance with no exam needed. This combined with the telehealth component allows participants to have access to their preferred healthcare provider 24/7 without an extended waiting period or drawn-out process.

This newest offering is just another way that ES can help improve our members’ profitability and life on the road. “When you’re an owner-operator, your greatest asset is your well-being and health,” stated Jeff Tacker, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Commercial Officer for ES. “Taking care of yourself while on the road is a challenge, and the ES team is committed to making it easier for our community members to get great coverage that meets their needs at an affordable price.”

To learn more about health insurance offerings through ES, visit ESHealthPlans.com or connect with the ES team.

About ES:

Expediter Services is a full-service one-stop support and financial technology company offering independent contract driver programs and owner-operator programs to the industry through our partner carriers. When you are with ES you NEVER STAND ALONE and are supported and presented with opportunities from our wholly owned subsidiaries: ES Contract Driver Services, ES Equipment Finance, ES Truck Sales, ES Management Services, and ES Insurance Services. We accomplish this by offering opportunity and support programs that help contractors obtain SUCCESS IN TRUCKING by taking FULL ADVANTAGE of ES!

Connect, Learn, and Improve at The Expedite Expo

June 21, 2023

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – June 21, 2023 – In 4 weeks, the expedited freight community will come together to connect, learn, and help one another improve at the annual Expedite Expo in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. Running July 21-22, the Expo is unlike any other event in trucking.

expedite expo

Serving as the only expedite-focused conference, the two-day event offers owner-operators and fleet owners the opportunity to connect with vendors and others in the expedited space. Each day, industry experts will host a variety of workshops geared toward helping owners improve their businesses.  

Expediter Services (ES) will once again serve as presenting sponsor of the event, and we are excited to connect with the members of our community and introduce those that aren’t familiar with all the advantages of our various programs.

In addition to our booths, #418 for ES and #606 for ES Truck Sales, ES will host the annual IN-SITE Dinner on Friday, July 21st at 5:30 PM EST. The evening event allows community members to connect and features members of the ES executive management team, industry experts, and other ES community members on stage where they will share their stories and insights.

Leah Shaver, President & CEO of the National Transportation Institute (NTI), will join Jason Williams and Jeff Tacker of Expediter Services, where they will provide updates on the state of the industry, outlooks for the remainder of 2023, and share data that can help owner-operators and fleet owners improve their bottom line.

Leah spoke about the event in a recent podcast with the Expediter Services team, stating that the event is one of the best opportunities to connect with the men and women that drive this industry forward. Catch the full conversation before the Expo, then connect with Leah Shaver at the ES booth and hear her thoughts at the annual IN-SITE dinner.

2023 IN-SITE Dinner – Hosted by Expediter Services
Friday July 21, 2023 @ 5:30PM

The IN-SITE Dinner is FREE to event attendees, but registration is required as space is limited.

2023 Expedite Expo
Friday July 21, 2023 to Saturday, July 22, 2023
Register Here for the Expedite Expo → https://www.expediteexpo.com

Registration is FREE! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with industry professionals.

About ES:
Expediter Services is a full service one-stop support and financial technology company offering independent contract driver programs and owner-operator programs to the industry through our partner carriers. When you are with ES you NEVER STAND ALONE and are supported and presented with opportunities from our wholly owned subsidiaries: Expediter Contract Driver Services, Expediter Equipment Finance, Expediter Truck Sales, Expediter Management Services, and Expediter Insurance Services. We accomplish this by offering opportunity and support programs that help contractors obtain SUCCESS IN TRUCKING!

Stay up-to-date with the Success In Trucking Podcast.
Along with the latest news and happenings from ES, the podcast features interviews with industry experts as well as members of the ES community. Each episode will weigh in on pressing topics and provide insights & tips, all in an effort to help you run your business more effectively and efficiently.

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Expediter Services to Serve as Presenting Sponsor At Expedite Expo 2023

May 11, 2023

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 Expediter Services.

Expedite Expo

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – May 11, 2023 – Each year the expedited trucking industry comes together over two days at the Expedite Expo to connect, share insights, and learn. Once again, the Expediter Services team will be the event’s presenting sponsor. Our roots are in the expedited sector of the trucking industry, and we are honored to help the men and women that drive the nation forward connect and grow. This year’s Expedite Expo will run July 21-22 at the Allen County War Memorial Coliseum located in Ft. Wayne, Indiana.

The Expo as it is better known, is a FREE event – open to the public – that highlights the expedited freight community. The Expediter Services team will be front and center at Booth 418, and we encourage all event attendees to stop by, connect, and get first-hand knowledge on all of the advantages that Expediter Services offers the expedite community at large – including ES Truck Sales and ES Equipment Finance.

On Friday evening, join the Expediter Services team at the annual IN-SITE Dinner. FREE tickets for the dinner are available, however seating is limited. Details and registration information are linked below.

2023 IN-SITE Dinner – Hosted by Expediter Services
Friday July 21, 2023 @ 5:30PM
Register Here → https://essuccessintrucking.com/insite-at-the-expo/

“We’ve been the presenting sponsor for several years and we’re so proud to be back this year. The ability to connect with such a wide variety of owner-operators, fleet owners, motor carriers and vendors that ALL operate within the expedited freight industry is like nothing else you see in trucking,” said Jeff Tacker, Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Chief Commercial Officer for ES. “For the Expediter Services team, these two days allow us to connect with our community members, get valuable feedback, and provide educational opportunities for the expedited community at large. It is something that we look forward to every year.”

For contractors, this expedite-focused event is a tremendous opportunity to meet up with old friends, make some new ones, connect with motor carriers, and get the information that you need to be successful in trucking. Each day, multiple 30-minute workshops are held with industry veterans and experts from industry leading companies making this one of the best events for owner-operators and fleet owners.

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Other highlights of the event include:

Educational Sessions

8:30 am to 12:00 noon both Friday, July 21, and Saturday, July 22

Morning sessions during Expedite Expo are divided into 30-minute workshops to help drivers, owner-operators, and fleet owners find success in the expedite industry. Led by industry experts and veterans, these workshops offer valuable insights and information each year.

The Future of the Trucking Industry
Saturday, July 16, 1:00 PM – The Future of Trucking
Moderator: Brandon Baxter Speakers: John Elliot, Load 1; Dave Schaller, NACFE 

The trucking industry is rapidly growing, changing, and evolving. Whether you are a fleet owner, owner-operator, or navigating the road ahead starts with understanding the challenges that everyone will face so that you may plan accordingly and have the best chance of success.

Registration is Free! Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and connect with industry professionals.
To register visit expediteexpo.com

About ES:
Expediter Services is a full service one-stop support and financial technology company offering independent contract driver programs and owner-operator programs to the industry through our partner motor carriers. When you are with ES you NEVER STAND ALONE and are supported and presented with opportunities from our wholly owned subsidiaries: ES Equipment Finance, ES Truck Sales, and ES Management Services. We accomplish this by offering opportunity and support programs that help contractors obtain SUCCESS IN TRUCKING!

Stay up-to-date with the Success In Trucking Podcast.
Along with the latest news and happenings from ES, the podcast features interviews with industry experts as well as members of the ES community. Each episode will weigh in on pressing topics and provide insights & tips, all in an effort to help you run your business more effectively and efficiently.

listen to podcast

Expediter Services Celebrates Milestone & Announces Expansion of Women-Owned Business Initiative

November 15, 2022

During a presentation at the Women In Trucking Association’s Accelerate! Conference, Expediter Services Co-Founder & CEO Jason Williams announced that ES would be expanding the company’s program focused on assisting women in starting or expanding small businesses in the trucking industry.

Women In Trucking

DALLAS, Tex. – November 15, 2022 – Expediter Services (ES), a leader in capacity solutions and ownership opportunities within the trucking industry, announced that the company has met its goal of creating and growing 150 women-owned businesses and is expanding the initiative to continue to finance and support women-owned businesses in the transportation industry. ES Co-Founder & CEO Jason Williams made the announcement during the Tuesday morning session of the Women In Trucking Association’s annual Accelerate! Conference being held in Dallas.

First announced at the 2017 Accelerate! Conference as a collaborative initiative between ES and the Women In Trucking Association (WIT), the 150 Business Challenge became a proven platform for the creation and expansion of women-owned businesses in trucking by utilizing the ES Path To Ownership program model as well as the support and resources available to members of the ES Community. In August 2022, the program reached its goal of 150 women-owned businesses assisted and the challenge had been achieved.

“From the time that we launched Expediter Services in 2006, part of our mission has always been to work with professional drivers who want to pursue the American Dream of owning their own business. Over the years, we have worked to create programs and support systems through our ES Community that are designed to level the playing field for anyone who has the desire and the commitment to start and operate their own trucking business,” said Williams.

“From the first time I met with the team at ES, it was clear to me that promoting diversity is in the DNA of ES. Creating opportunities that can empower women to become truck owners and start businesses in the trucking industry is part of what ES does, and that commitment is great for our industry,” said Ellen Voie, the President and CEO of the Women In Trucking Association.

As part of the program, ES offers participants competitive market-rate financing via the relationship lending model established through ES Equipment Finance. With the completion of the initial 150 Business Challenge and the decision to continue this effort through the Women-Owned Business Initiative, company leadership notes that ES has made an overall commitment of over $40 million to this program.

“The success of the 150 Business Challenge served as a great platform that further proved that women can be successful as business owners in trucking,” said Voie. “We applaud ES and the carriers in the ES Community for their continued commitment to this important program, and we are excited to see where ES can take this initiative as they continue to promote opportunities for women in the future.”

The program is designed to have the participants run under the authority of the motor carriers participating in the program through the ES Community. Truck ownership is typically achieved over a four-year period with an affordable payment plan and with program participants receiving consistent miles from the participating carriers as well as business support from the ES Team.

Forward Air, FedEx Custom Critical and Panther Premium Logistics (a service of ArcBest) were the first carriers within the ES Community to utilize the non-asset capacity being generated by the 150 Business Challenge. The program provides strong benefits for the participating carriers – offering them non-asset capacity committed to their respective fleets. These new women-owned businesses on wheels feature the ability to generate strong and consistent revenues, and this is especially true for team operations.

“We know there is more work to be done in opening the doors of business ownership for women in the trucking industry. This is why we are continuing the important work started through the 150 Business Challenge under our new ES Women-Owned Business Initiative. As always, we want to continue to be a trusted resource for making truck ownership and business creation opportunities for trucking professionals and for those people who are thinking about entering the industry,” said Williams.

ES has a landing page on the company’s website that details their commitment to assist in the creation of women-owned businesses available through the following link: https://essuccessintrucking.com/women-in-trucking/. Testimonials from program participants is one of the features of the landing page.

 “ES made it so easy for us. We came to their offices, signed the paperwork, got the truck and started rolling,” explained Colleen Umbehant, who entered the program in 2018. “That truck is exactly what we needed for our business. We’ve really been able to put our truck to work and I can’t say enough about the support that we have received from Panther and ES.”

“I made my final truck payment in May of this year, and it’s amazing to think that I now own this truck,” added Umbehant. “It has served us well and we do everything we can to take good care of it. One of things that has made a difference for me is that ES has always treated me like a business partner. They laid everything out for me from the beginning. Everything they told me was true and they have always stood behind what they said. Looking back on my experience with ES and their truck ownership program, I would highly recommend it for any woman or man who wants to start out on their own with their own truck. It was definitely the right move for me and my business.”

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.

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