William Eric Fuller
Chattanooga,TN
Summary
Strategic professional with solid experience in leadership roles. Adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving growth and improving operations. Skilled in financial management. Collaborative and dedicated to building and leading talented and motivated individuals.
Took the company through an IPO in the NYSE in June 2018. Company financial performance was best in over twenty five years in 2018 and 2020 by over 200 basis points. Sold the company to Knight Swift Transportation in 2023. Spearheaded the negotiation which involved multiple parties and was quite time consuming and difficult.
Very involved in the autonomous trucking industry as both an official and unofficial advisory position. Helping to think through the regulatory, safety, and infrastructure needs of an autonomous rollout. Also involved in the early days of helping to build an ecosystem for quantum computing companies in Chattanooga, TN.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
President and CEO
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2017.03 - 2023.05
- Monitored key business risks and established risk management procedures.
- Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
- Prepared annual budget forecasts and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
- Maneuvered the company through difficulty with a focus on cost cutting and financial engineering.
- Quarterbacked the team through multiple rounds of unique financing and transactions including a high yield bond, private placement debt, IPO on the NYSE, and ultimately a sell as a public company to another strategic.
- Devised and presented business plans and forecasts to board of directors.
- Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.
COO
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2012.09 - 2017.03
- Monitored and analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for organizational growth and competitiveness.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
Senior VP of Operations
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2011.12 - 2012.09
- Responsible for operations for about 7,000 trucks company wide.
Vice President
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2004.12 - 2011.12
- Various responsibilities managing different operational areas including customer service, recruiting, safety, load planning, etc.
Multiple Frontline and Management Positions
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2000.03 - 2004.12
- Started out in operations working as a fleet manager, customer service representative, and load planner.
- Managed terminal in Tunnel Hill, GA for over a year.
Education
Rollins School of Business
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
ChattanoogaSkills
- Business Development
- Industry Partnership Development
- Industry Expertise
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
- Management Team Leadership
- P&L Responsibility
Board of Directors and Advisory
American Trucking Association- Board of Directors
Trucking Alliance- Board of Directors
Benwood Community Foundation- Trustee
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta- Board of Directors (Nashville Branch)
Spartan Radar- Advisory Board
TuSimple- Advisory Board
Timeline
President and CEO
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2017.03 - 2023.05
COO
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2012.09 - 2017.03
Senior VP of Operations
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2011.12 - 2012.09
Vice President
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2004.12 - 2011.12
Multiple Frontline and Management Positions
U.S. Xpress Enterprises
2000.03 - 2004.12
Rollins School of Business
The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
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