WILLIAM PATRICK USHER
Louisville,KY
Summary
Executive Vice President who has an intimate knowledge of all aspects of the Tank Truck Industry. This knowledge was acquired by starting in the lowest position as a wash pad attendant at age 12 and working my way up through multiple departments over the past 26 years before stepping into a senior leadership role.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Vice President of Corporate Governance
Usher Transport
2023.01 - Current
- I am responsible for reviewing all contracts as well writing and maintaining all company policy.
- I work with our attorneys to navigate all legal issues and lawsuits.
- I ensure that the company is following all corporate formalities and serve as the Secretary of the Board.
- I sit on the Executive Board which makes all major business decisions for the company.
Sales and Logistics Manager
Usher Transport
2019.09 - 2023.01
- I was responsible for managing existing accounts as well as bringing in new business and helping operations navigate that business.
Operations/Manager
Usher Transport
2015.06 - 2019.09
- I was responsible for overseeing the operations at all seven Usher Terminals.
- Terminal Managers report directly to me and together we managed around 250 drivers along with around 35 load planners.
Terminal Manager
Usher Transport
2014.07 - 2015.06
- I managed all employees at our Paducah Kentucky Terminal.
- This included drivers, load planners, and mechanics.
Petroleum Load Planner
Usher Transport
2009.05 - 2014.07
- I was responsible for planning out the work day of roughly 30 petroleum haulers.
- I also monitored fuel inventories for roughly 50 gas stations we hauled on a keep full basis.
Mechanic Assistant
Usher Transport
2000.05 - 2004.05
- I did routine mechanic work such as changing tires and brake pads on 18-wheeler Semi Trucks and pressure testing and building the hoses used to deliver hazardous liquids.
- I also assisted the mechanics in larger repair jobs.
Wash Pad Attendant
Usher Transport
1998.05 - 2000.05
- I pressure washed Tankers and Semi Trucks.
- I also kept the maintenance facility clean.
Education
Master of Legal Studies - Business Law
Washington University in St Louis
St Louis, MO05.2024
BBA - Business Management
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY01.2009
Skills
- Managing multiple priorities
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Risk Identification
- Implementing new business systems
- Strategic planning and execution
- Leadership training
- Operations Oversight
- Account Management
- Writing and Reviewing Contracts
- Writing and Reviewing Corporate Policy
Associations
NTTC - National Tank Truck Carriers
-Secretary of the Board
- Member of the Board of Directors
- Chairman of the Energy Services Committee
- Member of the Executive Committee
ATA – American Trucking Association
- Graduate of LEAD ATA class of 2017
MATS - Mid-America Trucking Show
- Member of the Board of Directors
Timeline
Executive Vice President of Corporate Governance
Usher Transport
2023.01 - Current
Sales and Logistics Manager
Usher Transport
2019.09 - 2023.01
Operations/Manager
Usher Transport
2015.06 - 2019.09
Terminal Manager
Usher Transport
2014.07 - 2015.06
Petroleum Load Planner
Usher Transport
2009.05 - 2014.07
Mechanic Assistant
Usher Transport
2000.05 - 2004.05
Wash Pad Attendant
Usher Transport
1998.05 - 2000.05
Master of Legal Studies - Business Law
Washington University in St Louis
BBA - Business Management
University of Kentucky
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