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Kyle Reynolds

Cypress,TX

Summary

Strategic Safety Leader & Operations Executive with over 16 years of experience across the military, transportation, and corporate logistics sectors. Former CEO and U.S. Army Veteran (82nd Airborne) with a proven track record of transforming legacy operations into high-performing, digital-first safety cultures. Expert in FMCSA/DOT 49 CFR and OSHA 29 CFR compliance, specialized in multi-site terminal management and the implementation of predictive telematics. Prospective Master of Public Health (MPH) student at Texas A&M University, dedicated to leveraging advanced analytical methodologies to mitigate organizational risk and protect frontline personnel in high-consequence environments.

Overview

years of professional experience

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Work History

Safety Manager

Cargoways Logistics

Houston, TX

06.2024 - 11.2025

Regional Safety Oversight: Directed comprehensive safety and compliance functions for a multi-site fleet of 23 drivers and 22 vehicles across three facilities, maintaining a 100% satisfactory safety rating.
Digital Infrastructure Transformation: Spearheaded the migration of 100% of legacy paper-based Driver Qualification (DQ) and maintenance files to a secure, cloud-based digital architecture for real-time audit readiness.
Regulatory Architecture: Authored and executed standardized safety protocols (SOPs), ensuring strict organizational adherence to 49 CFR (DOT) and 29 CFR (OSHA) standards across all business units.
Advanced Telematics Integration: Leveraged ELD and telematics platforms (Samsara/Motive) to monitor real-time driver behavior, utilizing data to identify and mitigate high-risk patterns, such as hard braking and speeding.
Predictive Risk Mitigation: Established a robust internal audit program to proactively identify workplace hazards, utilizing root-cause analysis (RCA) to implement corrective actions before incidents occurred.
Technical Safety Training: Designed and delivered a high-level safety curriculum and 'Train the Trainer' programs for warehouse and logistics staff, translating complex federal regulations into actionable field training.
Incident Investigation Leadership: Led comprehensive investigations into all vehicle and facility incidents, analyzing behavioral and mechanical data to drive organizational safety improvements.
Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilized safety performance metrics and trend analytics to inform executive-level strategy, directly reducing organizational liability, and enhancing overall fleet efficiency.

CEO/Owner

Reynolds Family Transportation, LLC

Cypress, TX

05.2019 - 08.2022

Executive Operational Leadership: Oversaw all daily operations of transportation services, managing end-to-end logistics, and fleet maintenance for 100% mission readiness.
Strategic Revenue Growth: Developed and executed targeted marketing initiatives that increased brand visibility and drove a sustained 20% annual sales growth.
Regulatory & Stakeholder Relations: Established and maintained high-level relationships with clients, vendors, and regulatory agencies to foster long-term, sustainable growth.
Advanced Compliance Architecture: Ensured strict adherence to federal and state transportation laws, prioritizing safety protocols, and maintaining a 'Standard-First' culture.
Technical Training & Development: Designed and delivered comprehensive safety training programs for drivers and warehouse staff, enhancing productivity through specialized performance reviews.
Asset Reliability Management: Monitored and optimized vehicle maintenance schedules to maintain peak fleet reliability, and uphold rigorous industrial safety standards.
Financial stewardship: Executed all complex financial management tasks, including P&L budgeting, and cost-benefit analysis, to maximize regional profitability.
Leadership & Conflict Resolution: Resolved employee and operational conflicts with professional coaching and mentorship, fostering a high-retention work environment.

Terminal Manager

Newkirk Logistics Inc.

Houston, Texas

06.2016 - 11.2016

Terminal Operational Leadership: Directed daily logistics and terminal operations, optimizing workflow to ensure 100% service reliability, and timely delivery performance.
High-Performance Team Management: Managed a diverse team of 18 drivers and 3 warehouse personnel, implementing performance benchmarks to drive operational excellence.
Strategic Shipment Coordination: Synchronized complex shipment schedules to meet fluctuating customer demands, and maximize resource utilization across the terminal.
OSHA Compliance Implementation: Spearheaded the development and execution of site-specific safety protocols, ensuring full organizational compliance with OSHA regulations.
Operational Training & Onboarding: Designed and delivered technical training for new hires on operational procedures and industry best practices to minimize the learning curve, and improve safety.
Regulatory Program Auditing: Conducted rigorous internal program reviews and audits to assess and maintain strict compliance with state and federal regulatory standards.
Analytical Route Optimization: Redesigned regional delivery routes through detailed data analysis, successfully reducing fuel consumption, and enhancing overall fleet efficiency.
Executive Complaint Resolution: Directed comprehensive investigations into customer and shipper complaints, implementing strategic solutions to maintain high service-level agreements.

DOT Compliance Coordinator

The Brock Group

La Porte, Texas

03.2016 - 06.2016

Departmental Architecture: Established a specialized internal department dedicated to strict adherence to DOT regulations, formalizing the organization's compliance infrastructure.
Regulatory Data Management: Managed comprehensive driver logs, hours of service (HOS) documentation, and safety records, maintaining a consistent record of 100% audit compliance.
Analytical Reporting Systems: Developed and implemented custom data analytics tracking systems to streamline reporting, and proactively identify operational areas for improvement.
Strategic Risk Reduction: Quantifiably reduced compliance vulnerabilities and liability through the implementation of rigorous data management and internal auditing practices.
Standardized Educational Programming: Authored and delivered specialized training materials on compliance procedures to educate staff, and ensure uniform adherence to safety protocols.

Tactical Operations Coordinator

U.S. Army, 82nd Airborne Division

Fayetteville, North Carolina

06.2006 - 08.2010

Acting NCO Leadership: Hand-selected to serve as an Acting Sergeant (E-5) during a critical personnel gap, assuming full responsibility for the leadership and welfare of a four-person tactical section.
Mission-Essential Logistics: Directed the oversight and movement of mission-critical equipment and supplies, ensuring 100% accountability and readiness for the unit’s operational requirements.
Combat Data Management: Deployed with the 82nd Airborne Division to Afghanistan, processing real-time tactical data, and coordinating ground-to-air communications in high-consequence environments.
Safety & Compliance (PCIs/PCCs): Executed rigorous Pre-Combat Inspections (PCIs) and Pre-Combat Checks (PCCs), enforcing 100% safety compliance for personnel and equipment prior to airborne maneuvers.
Strategic Risk Mitigation: Managed the identification and mitigation of operational hazards, ensuring a "Standard-First" safety culture was maintained during high-pressure, tactical deployments.
Technical Systems Mastery: Managed and maintained sensitive, encrypted communication architectures, ensuring secure and reliable information flow for command-level decision-making.
Real-Time Analytics: Analyzed mission-critical battlefield data to provide commanders with actionable intelligence, directly influencing operational success and personnel safety.
Interdepartmental Coordination: Facilitated seamless communication between specialized ground units and support elements to maintain constant mission readiness, and resolve logistical challenges.

Education

Train The Trainer: Overhead Crane (TTTOC) - Crane Operations

CICB

Houston, TX

11-2024

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management

University of Phoenix

Tempe, AZ

09-2016

CDL - Commercial Driving

C.R. England Driving School

Dallas, TX

10-2010