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Jon Briggs Presented 10th Anniversary Award

Jon Briggs, Director of Safety, was presented his 10^th Anniversary Howard Miller Mantel Clock by President & CEO, J. B. Baker, at a cook out in his honor at the Nashville general offices. 

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J.B. Baker, President & CEO, Receives 30-Year Awards

J. B. Baker, President & CEO, was presented his 30^th Anniversary commemorative to-scale Franklin Mint Volunteer Express Truck and a 10 point diamond pin on September 2, 2011, at the General Office in Nashville during a cook out in his honor.  

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Pat McBroom Retires After 15 Years

Pat McBroom retired from Volunteer Express after 15 years of dedication and service in the accounting department.  Bob Maloney, CFO, presented Pat with her retirement pen at an informal reception at the General Office in Nashville. 

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James Broady Receives His 25th Anniversary Awards

James Broady received this 25^th Anniversary commemorative truck and diamond pin on September 2, 2011, at  the General Office in Nashville at a cook out in his honor. 

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Brenda Kelley Retires After 37 Years

Brenda Kelley retired on August 10, 2011 after 37 years of dedication and service to Volunteer Express. She was presented a bouquet of flowers and a retirement pen by J. B. Baker, President & CEO, in Dresden, Tennessee.

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11th Annual Moosic City Dairy Dash and Volunteer Express Wunder Fun Run

Volunteer Express Associates and friends gathered alongside a new 2012 Peterbilt 587, pulling a new 2012 Stoughton 53’ trailer. The 11th Annual Moosic City Dairy Dash and Volunteer Express Wunder Fun Run was held April 16, 2011, at Metro Center. There were 1,475 participants in the 5k, 10k and 1-mile Wunder Fun Run. The Boys and Girls Club of Middle Tennessee was this year’s recipient (see check presentation).

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$40,000, was presented to the Boys and Girls Club of Middle Tennessee

A check for $40,000, was presented to the Boys and Girls Club of Middle Tennessee on May 20, 2011 on behalf of Purity Dairies and Volunteer Express as a result of the 11th Annual Purity Moosic City Dairy Dash and Volunteer Express Wunder Fun Run.  (Left to right) Mark Ezell, President of Purity Dairies; J. B. Baker, President of Volunteer Express; Mike Potts, Frank Schmidt, Miles Ezell, Jr.; Brenda Brockwell, Kelley Mason, Peggy Gaw, and Boys and Girls Club Director, Dan Jurnigan.

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Randy Sage Receives 10th Anniversary Milestone Award

Randy Sage (left) received a Howard Miller Clock to celebrate his 10th Anniversary at the Volunteer Express cook-out on May 27, 2011 in Nashville at the General Office. J. B. Baker, President & CEO, was on hand to congratulate Randy.
 

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Patricia McBroom Awarded 15-Year Anniversary Gift

On May 27, 2011, Patricia McBroom was presented a 15-year ruby pen and an etched vase for her 15th Anniversary milestone with Volunteer Express. Making the presentation was J.B. Baker,  President & CEO, at the company's General Office cookout in Nashville.

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Jerry Whitley Celebrates 20 Years at Volunteer Express

On May 27, 2011, Brad Wilson (left) and J. B. Baker, President & CEO (right), presented Jerry Whitley his 20-year emerald pen and a carved walnut box in celebration of his 20th Anniversary of service with Volunteer Express. Jerry received his award at a company cook out at the General Office in Nashville.

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COO, Ken Hickman, Awarded 25-Year Diamond Pin

Chief Operating Officer, Ken Hickman (left), was presented a 25-year diamond pen and a commemorative etched crystal truck in honor of his 25 years of service to Volunteer Express. J. B. Baker, President & CEO, made the presentation at a cook-out in his honor on May 27, 2011, at the General Office in Nashville.

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In Memory of Our Founder October 15, 1930 - April 4, 2011

October 15, 1930 - April 4, 2011

This coming August we will celebrate the 38^th Anniversary of Volunteer Express, Inc. We are fortunate that a man of simple raising had the entrepreneur foresight to be a farmer, business man, and great politician as he progressed into his 80 years of life.

 Ned McWherter founded Volunteer Express in 1973 with two tractors, five trailers, and three employees in Dresden, TN. It started in the days of regulations by being granted authority by the Public Service Commission to serve Dresden to Memphis and Dresden to Nashville. In the years of deregulation, and under his careful approval, Volunteer Express became one of the first LTL niche carriers in the nation by offering second and third day service to and from the East Coast as well as developing the entire State of Tennessee and surrounding areas into its marketplace.

He served us well as Speaker of the House and Governor of the State of Tennessee but always managed to calendar the Christmas Season to be with his employees during these festivities. There are so many qualities and influences that could be named including the Board of Governors for the U.S. Post Office, as well as being an advisor to former Presidents Carter and Clinton. Ned was also the first recipient of the Tennessee Trucking Associations Pinnacle Award. The Pinnacle Award is the highest award given by the TTA to recognize those who continually served our Trucking Industry faithfully through the years.

Ned always had a tell me about it attitude, and then he would give his approval or disapproval with a simple yes or no before going right on to the next task at hand. He brought his unique character to us in being our Partner, Mentor, and Friend, and this relationship continued through all the years after selling his interest in Volunteer Express. Ned wore our Orange and Gray colors we sent him proudly whether it was a new cap or vest and was proud to be included.

We have been blessed by his life and presence. A memorial contribution was made to the Tennessee Trucking Foundation in memory of Mr. McWherter.

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Ron Witt's 10th Anniversary Award

Ron Witt (right) is pictured receiving his 10th Anniversary Howard Miller clock from Terminal Manager, Chuck Jenkins, at the Knoxville Terminal on Tuesday, November 23, 2010.

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Chuck Jenkins & Lisa Rose 15th Anniversary Awards in Knoxville

J.B. Baker presents Chuck Jenkins, Terminal Manager, and Lisa Rose, Rates and Billing Clerk,their 15th Anniversary gifts and their 15 year Ruby Pin on Tuesday, November 23rd at the Knoxville Terminal.

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Clifton Griffin 10th Anniversary Howard Miller Clock Award

Clifton Griffin receives his 10th Anniversary Howard Miller Clock from Terminal Manager,Chuck Jenkins,at the Knoxville Terminal on Tuesday, November 23rd.

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Allen Dunn 10th Anniversary Howard Miller Clock Award

Allen Dunn (left) receives his 10th Anniversary Howard Miller Clock award from Terminal Manager, Chuck Jenkins, at the Knoxville Terminal on Tuesday, November 23, 2010.

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2010 Clean Diesel Leadership Award

Mike Elliott, Larry Baker and Brad Wilson (Left to Right) from Volunteer Express Fleet and Shop are shown with the 2010 Clean Diesel Leadership Award. Each year this award is presented at the Tennessee Trucking Association Convention. Volunteer Express is one of six carriers statewide to win this award. 

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Ken Rush Awarded at Retirement Ceremony

Ken Rush (right) retired May 28, 2010, from Sprint Cartage after 18 years of service.  Ken was presented with a retirement pen and other gifts of appreciation by J.B. Baker, President & CEO, at a breakfast held in his honor.

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Phillip Shaw Receives 10-Year Anniversary Award

While celebrating a 4th of July cookout on July 3, 2010, at the company's General Offices in Nashville, Phillip Shaw (left) received a 10th Anniversary Howard Miller Mantle Clock in our honor of his 10 years of service.

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Brenda Brockwell Receives 10-Year Anniversary Award

On July 3, 2010, Brenda Brockwell received a 10th Anniversary Howard Miller Mantle Clock from J. B. Baker, President & CEO, during a company cook-out at the General Office in Nashville.

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$35,000 Raised for American Cancer Society

The 10th Annual Purity Moosic City Dairy Dash and Volunteer Express Wunder Fun Run was held April 10, 2010, at Metro Center in Nashville. 1,976 runners and walkers participated. A check for $35,000.00 was presented to the American Cancer Society on June 25, 2010 by members of the race committee. The recipient for the 2011 Wunder Fun Run to be held on April 16, 2011, will be the Boys and Girls Club of Nashville.  

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2009 Clean Diesel Leadership Award

Brad Wilson, Larry Baker, and Mike Elliott (L to R) from Volunteer Express Fleet and Shop are shown with the 2009 Clean Diesel Leadership Award. Volunteer Express was one of six carriers nationwide that won this award at the Tennessee Trucking Association

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CEO, J.B. Baker, TTA's 2009 Pinnacle Award Winner

 J.B. Baker, president and CEO of Volunteer Express, Inc., is the recipient of the Tennessee Trucking Association's highest honor, the 2009 Pinnacle Award. This award is not an annual award, and there have been few honored. Past recipients include industry leaders who have exemplified the highest standards in the trucking industry in the State of Tennessee. This award is given to individuals who are recognized for their leadership and involvement in all levels of the TTA including Tennessee's Road Team, Truck Driving Championships, Safety and Maintenance Councils, the Board of Directors, and any other area where leadership is needed. As a former Chairman of the Board of the Tennessee Trucking Association, Mr. Baker various roles have allowed him to inspire others as member, committee member, Founding Member, and former Treasurer.

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Volunteer Express wins 3rd place in the TTA Fleet Safety Contest

Volunteer Express, Inc., won 3rd place in the TTA Fleet Safety Contest for LTL Carriers under 7 million miles.This award was presented at the Tennessee Trucking Association.  

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Brenda Kelley Celebrates 35 Years

 Brenda Kelley was presented an engraved, handcrafted Waterford crystal vase by company President & CEO, J.B. Baker, on November 12, 2009, at the Volunteer Express terminal in Dresden, TN. The event was in commemoration of Brenda's anniversary with Volunteer Express. Attending Brenda were her children, grandchildren, and fellow co-workers.

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William C. Johnson Awarded 10 Year Anniversary Gift

 J. B. Baker (right), President & CEO, accompanied by our Dyersburg terminal manager, presents a Howard Miller Mantle Clock to Dyersburg, Tennessee Associate, William C. Johnson, in recognition of his 10^th Anniversary Award of service. The award ceremony took place on November 12, 2009.

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Bill Hazelwood Receives 30th Anniversary Recognition

Bill Hazelwood, Terminal Manager at the Volunteer Express terminal in Dresden, TN, receives a Franklin Mint to Scale replica of the Volunteer Express truck and aDiamond 30^th Anniversary gold lapel pen with diamond from company President & CEO, J.B. Baker, during Bill ceremony on November 12, 2009.

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Harry �Roho� Sublett Accepts 35th Anniversary Award

 Harry "Roho" Sublett (left) accepted his 35th Anniversary Watch from company President & CEO, J.B. Baker, at the Volunteer Express Terminal in Dresden, Tennessee, on Thursday, November 12, 2009.

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Ken Beckham Receives 15th Anniversary Award

Ken Beckham (left), Sprint Cartage Associate, receives a 15th Anniversary Ruby lapel pen and engraved belt buckle from J.B. Baker, CEO (right). The event took place on September 4, 2009, in Nashville.

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