Len Johnson Retires After 32 Years at Bennett
After 32 years Len Johnson, president of Bennett Motor Express, is hanging up his cowboy hat and retiring. On Dec. 15 a reception was held in his honor at the Hilton Garden Inn in McDonough.
Johnson started as an agent for Bennett on the west coast, and in August 2012, he was named president of Bennett Motor Express in McDonough, Georgia.
During the reception, employees who have worked with Johnson over the years took to the podium to say a few words or share stories of their time working together.
Russ Oldson, chief operating officer of Bennett Motor Express, described Johnson as a passionate person who knows the industry. Oldson also recalled Johnson always wanting to win and never wanting to quit.
“I will miss him terribly,” Oldson said.
David Lowry, chief executive officer of Bennett Motor Express, shared a few stories about their golf games, and on a more serious note, he added just how Johnson’s presence and leadership impacted the company.
“One of the best things that happened was when you decided to come to Georgia…Lots of us wouldn’t be standing here today if it wasn’t for you and Val’s (Johnson’s wife) support behind you to come in and help us build this company to what it is today.” Lowry said.
Marcia Taylor, chief executive officer of Bennett International Group, said that after 32 years, it was difficult to say just what Johnson means to her personally and to the company.
“How can you put into words?” Taylor began. “Being with someone who is your best friend and your coworker….there’s just so many memories with Len and Val.
“I’m going to miss you. You left a lot of tracks in a lot of people’s heart and we all care about you and we’re just so happy you’re going to be able to have time to spend at home…we all love you and we’re going to miss you.”
Johnson recalled some good times and good people he met over the years working at Bennett.
“All I can say is thanks for the opportunity,” he said. “You all, every single one of you, have touched my heart. I’m going to miss every single person. This place means more to me than you will ever know and so do the people. Thank you very much from the bottom of my heart.”
March 8, 2018
(MCDONOUGH, GA., March 8, 2018) –Violet Helferich of Bennett Motor Express/Ace Doran Hauling & Rigging has received the Driver of the Year Award from the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) at the 2018 Specialized Transportation Symposium, Feb. 27-March 2 in St. Louis, MO. SC&RA is an international organization comprised of more than 1,350 members from 46 nations.
January 24, 2018
We believe Bennett drivers are the cream of the crop, and we take pride in celebrating them any chance we get. Every year at Bennett’s Annual Symposium, we honor those drivers and name our Driver of the Year. Last year, Jimmy James, who lives in Houston, received some news he was not expecting. His dispatcher gave him a call and told him he was being named Bennett’s 2016 Driver of the Year. His first reaction was simply, “Wow.”
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In the transportation industry, there are often small differences between carriers. One may offer slightly different pay percentages, while another may offer a sign-on bonus. In the short term, differences in pay and benefits may seem important, but what happens when your truck breaks down? If you have a medical issue, will the company you are leased to be sympathetic to your situation? What about the sense of loneliness you feel every day on the road away from your family? So many of the real issues that arise in trucking can only be addressed by people that truly care for your needs and are led by a higher purpose. Before making the switch to another carrier, it’s beneficial for you and your family to test a trucking company’s core values.
March 3, 2016
Wine Tasting, networking, tailgating, Dale Carnegie Sales Training, and the annual awards banquet were among the highlights at Bennett International Group’s 36th Annual Symposium held Feb. 4 through 7 at the Chậteau Élan Winery and Resort. More than 400 Bennett agents and employees participated in the three-day event.
September 30, 2015
The American Trucking Association designates one week per year as National Truck Driver Appreciation Week. Bennett International Group, LLC celebrated along with the rest of the country by holding Drivers Appreciation Week festivities throughout the third week of September. Staff and leaders at the company spent the days celebrating those who sacrifice so much to keep freight moving on the open road.
July 27, 2015
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July 15, 2015
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June 29, 2015
Bennett International Group was invited to attend Locust Grove Elementary career day May 7th, 2015. Hundreds of kindergarten, first graders and second graders toured one of our step-deck trailers and learned some valuable information about trucking from our Owner Operator, Carl Nelson and Dispatcher, J.R. Rushing. Check out the exciting video below and take some time to read the “thank you” notes from all of the amazing kids. The future of trucking looks bright!
March 27, 2015
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October 9, 2014
Aug. 31, 2014 was a hot, steamy day in South Georgia and the loud hum of the motors reached a deafening crescendo as the cars raced around the 1.54 mile quad oval track. Edgar Strader and his wife, Linda, sat in the stands mesmerized as the drivers whizzed by. Just seeing the cars and knowing that inside at the wheel sat some of the best and well-known drivers of our time only added to their excitement. The Straders watched as Tony Stewart, Jimmie Johnson, Danica Patrick, and Linda’s favorite driver, Kevin Harvick, took to the track, and they felt the exhilarating rush from the speed of the cars and the noise of the crowd around them.
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As a professional, rarely do you see yourself walking into your office in a suit and tie only to walk out a few hours later covered in sweat, dirt, and grime. But that’s exactly what former NFL running back and now motivational speaker, Derrick Moore, implied during a recent training session for agents of Bennett International Group.
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