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John Smith got into the trucking business early and never left, but it wasn’t the industry he planned to enter. He had intended to go into the oil business after college graduation, but an economic downturn and a misunderstanding about a job interview set him on a career path that led through a variety of leadership positions in trucking, and, just more than a year ago, to the CEO post at FedEx Freight.
He is guiding the company at a transformative time in trucking, as surging growth in e-commerce is compelling many carriers to take a hard look at their operations and seek ways to capitalize on the boom. FedEx Freight is no different.
During a recent interview with Transport Topics reporters and editors, Smith discussed the company’s plans to evolve its operations to capitalize on this opportunity, including details about what types of equipment — and types of freight — it sees as vital to its success.
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