Acknowledging Excellence

“We are honored to work with so many excellent partners across all modes and are thrilled to once again be awarding this recognition,” said Gene Welsh, chief transportation officer and head of all transportation product lines for MODE Global. “While 2024 was another challenging year for the industry, our carrier partners did not waver in providing superior service and value to our customers despite a difficult backdrop. We thank you all for your tremendous support and look forward to our continued partnership in the year ahead.”

The award program highlights MODE’s unwavering dedication to service and strong partnerships while recognizing the critical role carriers play in maintaining industry standards and operational success.

Celebrating Standout Contributors

The recognition extends across various categories, rewarding carriers for their exceptional performance. According to a press release by MODE Global, the criteria for the awards span key areas such as service quality, technological capabilities, customer service excellence, and measurable contributions like volume and revenue growth. Additional partnership qualities, including collaboration, communication, and competitive enablement, also play a crucial role in determining the winners.

2024 MODE Global Carrier of the Year Winners

• National Truckload Carrier of the Year: Brite Logistics

• Regional Truckload Carrier of the Year: One Nation Trans Inc.

• National LTL Carrier of the Year: Old Dominion Freight Line

• Regional LTL Carrier of the Year: AAA Cooper Transportation

• National Drayage Carrier of the Year: ARL Transport

• Regional Drayage Carrier of the Year: Redbird Carriers

• Parcel Carrier of the Year: FedEx

• Railroad Carrier of the Year: Union Pacific

• International Carrier of the Year: Shipco Transport

Source: The Trucker

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A Remarkable Display of Skill

“This year, 190 professional truck drivers and 79 warehouse associates showcased their skills, with 71% making their competition debut,” stated Mark S. Allen, president and CEO of IFDA. “Their precision, knowledge, and expertise in navigating the challenges were truly impressive. It’s a privilege to honor the top talent in the foodservice distribution industry for their excellence and dedication to safety. Congratulations to all!”

Participants competed in five distinct categories, with awards given for first through third places in each. The warehouse challenges included double-pallet jack and reach truck categories, while trucking categories spanned straight truck, 3-axle, and 5-axle divisions.

Championing Safety and Excellence

These 190 truck drivers collectively represent over 2,346 accident-free years, 2,257 years with their current employers, and an impressive 3,390 years of experience within the trucking industry. Victories bring not only bragging rights but also medals, cash prizes, and for those clinching first place, a prestigious championship jacket. Winners were celebrated at a banquet on October 26.

Highlights of the 2024 Results

• Double Pallet Jack

• First Place – Jon Moore, Dot Foods, Inc.

• Second Place – Lafayette Maxie, McLane Company

• Third Place – Andrew Newby, US Foods

• Reach Truck

• First Place – Dylon Maes, Shamrock Foods

• Second Place – Cameron King, Shamrock Foods

• Third Place – Eron De La Cueva, Performance Food Group

• 2-Axle

• First Place – James Falconburg, Nicholas & Company, Inc.

• Second Place – Steve Ross, Performance Food Group

• Third Place – Daniel Trevino, McLane Company

• 3-Axle

• First Place – Jason Swordling, Ben E. Keith Co.

• Second Place – Lino Garcia, Performance Food Group

• Third Place – Michael Fergison, Cheney Brothers

• 5-Axle

• First Place – Michael Sinclair, Performance Food Group

• Second Place – Charles Spence, McLane Company

• Third Place – Sam Duron, McLane Company

Recognizing Rising Stars

The prestigious “Rookie of the Year” title was awarded to top-scoring newcomers. Dylon Maes, a Reach Truck driver from Shamrock Foods, earned the 2024 Warehouse Rookie of the Year award. In the driving category, Michael Sinclair, a 5-axle driver from Performance Food Group, was honored as the Driving Rookie of the Year.

Perfect Pre-Trip Performances

Competitors also vied for individual accolades for achieving perfect scores in the pre-trip safety inspections. The honorees included:

• Luis Barker, Shamrock Foods, 3-Axle Truck.

• Pablo Escobar, Ben E. Keith Company, Double Pallet Jack.

• Jay-R Garcia, Sysco, Double Pallet Jack.

• Steven Rouse, Performance Food Group, 5-Axle Truck.

• Jeremy Smith, Shamrock Foods, Double Pallet Jack.

Top Team Achievements

In addition to individual victories, team honors were awarded. Shamrock Foods secured the 2024 Warehouse Team Award, while McLane Company triumphed with the 2024 Driving Team Award.

Mark your calendars for the 2025 IFDA National Championship, scheduled to take place in Orlando, Florida, from October 23 – 25 at Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort.

Source: The Trucker

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