Christian Denlinger
Angola,IN
Summary
Results-driven transportation professional with extensive experience in operations and safety compliance. Demonstrates a strong ability to lead workforce initiatives that optimize performance and drive profitability while fostering a culture of accountability and safety across all terminal locations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
TERMINAL MANAGER | TRAVELING SAFETY MANAGER
Bessemer Management
Cleveland, OH
12.2020 - Current
- Sold business to company, retaining functional role as safety manager to promote a culture of safety and accountability. Coordinate with drivers at U.S. terminal locations to ensure compliance, completing 70-80 weekly inspections and travel log reviews. Lead safety training meetings for 100+ employees, deliver training on CSA performance metrics, regulatory trends, compliance expectations, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Generated overall CSA score improvement across 9 DOT numbers, enhancing safety records by monitoring driver performance and safety scores while implementing individualized coaching and progressive corrective action programs.
- Ensured thorough documentation by following strict incident management SOPs to investigate accidents and other reportable events, coordinating with internal stakeholders for resolutions.
- Elevated safety performance and compliance by implementing audit procedures beyond FMCSA requirements, including receipt verification and video evidence reviews, enabling early identification of compliance issues and reinforcing consistent culture of accountability across terminals.
- Played key role integrating dash camera technology to reinforce compliance with company safety standards.
- # Drivers / Owner Operators | 3200 Vehicles (Flatbed, Heavy Hauling, Van, Etc.) | 100+ Terminals
OWNER
Cumberland Valley Express
Ludlow Falls, OH
01.2006 - 12.2020
- Progressively grew the company from sole owner operator to producing $4-6M annual revenue. Led full scope of operations, including logistics, dispatch, sales, P&L, maintenance, hiring, and compliance. Secured major contracts (U.S. Steel and Cleveland-Cliffs) for customer-direct, general commodity hauling. Maintained exceptional records with FMCSA and DOT regulations.
- Prepared drivers for field performance by managing qualifications through rigorous screening and compliance reviews, including PSP and FMCSA Clearinghouse reviews; led onboarding program covering safety regulations, cargo securement, company policies, payroll procedures, and specialized hauling requirements.
- Structured and executed business sale as an asset transaction, maintained debt-free balance sheet, and ensured strong financial positioning throughout ownership.
- 35+ Owner Operator Employees, 5 Administrative Employees | $4-6M Annual Revenue
Education
High School Diploma -
Troy High School
Troy, OH05-1985
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
Wright State University
Dayton, OHSkills
- Fleet Management
- Performance Management
- Driver Qualification
- Logistics and Dispatch
- FMCSA and DOT Audits
- Documentation management
- Safety Inspections
- Claims investigation
- Safety technology
- Data Analysis
- Continuous Improvement
- Safety Training Facilitation
- Maintenance Oversight
- Regulatory Compliance
Personal Information
- Driving License: Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) | Tanker (N) Endorsement; Doubles and Triples (T) Endorsements, Current
Certification
Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) | Tanker (N) Endorsement; Doubles and Triples (T) Endorsements, Current, Department of Transportation (DOT) Medical Card, Current
Timeline
TERMINAL MANAGER | TRAVELING SAFETY MANAGER
Bessemer Management
12.2020 - Current
OWNER
Cumberland Valley Express
01.2006 - 12.2020
High School Diploma -
Troy High School
Some College (No Degree) - Communications
Wright State University