This week, September 11-17, 2022, is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW). Logistics Plus (which was founded and is owned by a former truck driver) and its sister company, National Truckload (NTL), would like to thank the 3.6 million professional men and women for their hard work in undertaking one of our economy’s most demanding and important jobs. These truck drivers deliver our goods safely, securely, and on time. We ask that you please join us this week to celebrate and honor our truck drivers for all of their hard work and dedication.
Americans in all fifty states have taken extraordinary steps to show their appreciation for the important work that professional truck drivers have done as we navigate our way through the coronavirus pandemic. From children passing out lunches, to “I Heart Truck” signs across America’s highways, the public has taken notice of the essential role truck drivers play in their lives. While it’s impossible to individually recognize each driver, we thank you for your crucial role in keeping our society moving forward during these challenging times.
TRUCKING INDUSTRY FACTS AND FIGURES:
The U.S. trucking industry is worth nearly $800 billion
The trucking industry is responsible for moving 70% of all goods in the U.S.
In 2019, trucks moved over 11 billions tons of freight
Truck drivers earn more than most average Americans
An average truck driver drives more than 100,000 miles per year
Over 13% of all registered vehicles in the U.S. are commercial trucks
The Office of the United States Trade Representative confirmed that representatives of domestic industries benefiting from the tariff actions in the Section 301 investigation of China’s Acts, Policies, and Practices Related to Technology Transfer, Intellectual Property, and Innovation have requested a continuation of the tariffs. The next steps in the four-year review process will be set out in subsequent notices. The USTR will conduct a review of the tariff actions.
The Logistics Plus Phoenix office is proud to announce that they have joined the Glendale Chamber of Commerce. As a member of the Chamber, Logistics Plus gains access to a plethora of networking, professional development, and business advocacy events in the Glendale/Phoenix area. The Glendale Chamber of Commerce serves the business community as the voice of commerce and has a vision for Glendale to have a prosperous business community.
Logistics Plus Director of Business Development Mario Lizaola shared his excitement about joining the Chamber. “This partnership with the Glendale Chamber was a no-brainer. As a new company in the Glendale/Phoenix area, this will help welcome Logistics Plus to the community while also giving us visibility and connections to other businesses in the area. The ultimate goal is to get our foot in the door with some of the major companies in this region of the U.S.”
About the Glendale Chamber of Commerce The Glendale Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit, membership-driven organization comprised of nearly 1,400 business enterprises, civic organizations, educational institutions, and individuals. Our mission is to provide leadership that facilitates the creation of a prosperous regional economy and effective advocacy for our members and the business community. Investing in the Glendale community through Chamber membership supports a program of work that includes economic development, education and talent development, public policy, transportation and infrastructure, technology, as well as business attraction, retention, and expansion.
Logistics Plus was a proud sponsor of the Nao Trinidad, of Spain at the Tall Ships Erie 2022 festival from August 25th to 28th. The Tall Ships festival is a four-day maritime celebration where visitors and guests can climb aboard and explore tall ships, sail the day away on select ships, and enjoy many other festival highlights, including live music and entertainment, children’s activities, a marketplace, food vendors, and more.
Logistics Plus was also a sponsor at the Tall Ships Erie 2019 festival when the company sponsored the Picton Castle. Thank you to everyone who attended and helped us celebrate this special occasion!
Logistics Plus and Red Letter Hospitality teamed up to raise more than $10,000 to aid the people in Ukraine. The funds were raised as a result of Ukraine Week, a week-long celebration of Ukrainian food and culture held from August 8th through August 14th at three local restaurants in the Erie area. The money raised will help with medical supplies, rehoming refugees in Erie, and feeding those in need in Ukraine.
Logistics Plus Chief Operations Officer (and Ukrainian native) Yuriy Ostapyak said, “I’m very proud to be a part of this community. I’m very proud that the community has kind of rallied behind Ukraine, and as I mentioned before, this support matters. It’s not just about the money. It matters for people in Ukraine to know that they are supported, that people all the way across the ocean are with them trying to help.”
The news segment that was featured on YourErie can be viewed below.
Logistics Plus is celebrating its 26th Anniversary this month. As many know, Logistics Plus would not be the successful, global company it is today without the entrepreneurial spirit, practical leadership, and daily coaching from our Founder & CEO, Jim Berlin.
This is the full 11-minute interview (previously shared as 14 separate video vignettes) of JB’s thoughts on leadership, entrepreneurship, growth, and more. The interview was for the upcoming EY Entrepreneur of the Year Program that is intended to recognize past winners (Jim won a regional award back in 2004).
This week, September 11-17, 2022, is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW). Logistics Plus (which was founded and is owned by a former truck driver) and its sister company, National Truckload (NTL), would like to thank the 3.6 million professional men and women for their hard work in undertaking one of our economy’s most demanding and important jobs. These truck drivers deliver our goods safely, securely, and on time. We ask that you please join us this week to celebrate and honor our truck drivers for all of their hard work and dedication.
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