U.S. Xpress Announces New Chief Marketing Officer
Former Sr. VP of Dedicated Operations, Justin Harness Tapped
Chattanooga, TN, (October 22, 2018) – U.S. Xpress Enterprises announced today the promotion of Justin Harness from Sr. VP of Dedicated Operations to Chief Marketing Officer of U.S. Xpress, Inc. Harness began his career with U.S. Xpress in 2002 as a Fleet Manager trainee and worked his way up the ranks through multiple departments in roles ranging from Director of Customer Service to Regional VP of Over-the-Road Operations. “Justin’s deep understanding of our business paired with his enthusiasm and team approach make him the ideal fit for this role,” said Eric Fuller, President and CEO of U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc. The management team change was made in connection with the separation of employment with John White, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer of U.S. Xpress, Inc.
Founded in 1985, U.S. Xpress Enterprises, Inc. is the nation’s fifth largest asset-based truckload carrier by revenue, providing services primarily throughout the United States. We offer customers a broad portfolio of services using our own truckload fleet and third-party carriers through our non-asset-based truck brokerage network. Our modern fleet of tractors is backed up by a team of committed professionals whose focus lies squarely on meeting the needs of our customers and our drivers.
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