Kevin Miller, Vice President of Operations at Wheaton, proudly announced Giles as this year’s recipient. The award celebrates individuals who have demonstrated unwavering dedication, outstanding accomplishments, and significant contributions to the moving and storage industry. It also highlights Giles’ exceptional commitment to excellence and his pivotal role in advancing the field.

Source: Gene Giles, Truckers News

Giles embarked on his moving career in the early 1980s, starting with Wheaton’s Interstate Agent, Wooten Moving & Storage, in Jackson, Mississippi. Over the past three decades, he has worked directly with Wheaton’s corporate team, building a stellar reputation. Giles’ dedication has earned him multiple Driver of the Month awards, recognizing his outstanding customer service and impeccable safety performance.

“Gene’s customers frequently mention him by name in their reviews,” said Kevin Miller. “One recent testimonial even stated that Gene should be training other moving company drivers in customer service.”

Beyond his impressive safety and service record, Giles was selected for a noteworthy task. He was entrusted to transport a special trailer showcasing Wheaton’s partnership with Legacy List with Matt Paxton, a public television program that honors family memories during the downsizing process for senior adults.

Mark Kirschner, CEO of Wheaton World Wide Moving, commended Giles for the lasting impact of his work. “Gene’s lifelong hard work and quality service over the past three decades have earned the van line numerous repeat and referral customers,” Kirschner shared. “He is a valuable member of the Wheaton team and is highly deserving of the Lifetime Achievement Award.”

Source: Truckers News

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Source: (Bekins) Bekins Director of Traffic Doug Robinson (left) presents Joe Childs (second from left) with the 2024 Bekins Driver of the Year award, which the celebrated driver accepted with his wife Cheri (second from right) and son Joey (far right) at his side.

To qualify for this top accolade, candidates must first earn a Driver of the Month award and demonstrate exceptional performance throughout the year. Bekins Van Lines carefully selects winners based on claim records, customer feedback, and safety metrics, in which Joe Childs has consistently excelled.

“Joe is an outstanding driver who has not only excelled in his driving responsibilities but has also consistently gone above and beyond in representing our organization,” stated Kevin Miller, Vice President of Operations at Bekins Van Lines. “His commitment to delivering exceptional service, often at the expense of personal time and comforts, truly sets him apart.”

A Life Dedicated to Moving Excellence

Joe’s journey in the moving and storage industry began when he was just 19 years old. After earning his Class A license, he joined the family business, Pozas Bros., in San Jose, hauling freight. By 1990, Joe founded his own company, Silicon Valley Moving & Storage, with his wife, Cheri. While Joe concentrated on customer moves and estimates, Cheri handled operations and managed the office. Over the decades, their hard work transformed the business into one of the most trusted names in the San Francisco Bay Area, serving thousands of residential and commercial clients annually.

A Family Affair

His commitment to his family equally matches Joe’s dedication to his craft. At the awards ceremony, Joe’s son, Joey, expressed pride in his father’s many accomplishments and shared the exciting news that he had recently earned his own Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at the same age his father did.

A Passion for Community

Beyond his professional achievements, Joe is an active community member, primarily through his involvement with Wreaths Across America. He has generously volunteered his time, trucks, drivers, and warehouse space to ensure wreaths reach their destinations to honor fallen service members.

Joe’s community contributions don’t end there. A devoted family man, he spends his free time boating, dirt bike riding, camping, off-roading, and hunting with his loved ones. His passion for baseball runs deep, having coached both his children, Joey and Brooke. Today, he continues to give back by maintaining the local ballpark, mowing the grass, manning the snack shack, and supporting future generations of baseball enthusiasts.

Joe Childs’s story highlights the values of hard work, family, and community, making his recognition as the 2024 Bekins Driver of the Year well-deserved.

Source: Truckers News

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