Presenting the award, TIA President and CEO Bob Voltman explained, “Each year, TIA recognizes a person, company or organization for their significant contribution to the organization and the third party logistics industry.  This year’s award is presented to an individual who has tirelessly given, and continues to give, his time and talent to TIA and the industry.

David Gee has been a member of the association for 25 years.  He has been chairman of the board of directors.  Of his leadership, Voltman added, “David was instrumental in putting TIA on the path to achieve its potential as the association of third party logistics companies.”

Gee helped launch the Guaranteed Payment Program; an industry first.  He has taught seminars and shared his knowledge with others through formal and informal mentoring.

“Today, he is engaged in an effort to establish an industry reporting and benchmarking system that has the potential to change the industry for the better for the foreseeable future,” Voltman continued.  “Finally, it is from David that I have learned more about process than anyone else.”

President of VHI, Bruce Gee, stated, “We at VHI congratulate our company founder on this outstanding recognition.  Dad has set a standard of volunteering and mentoring that is a guiding light for those of us now in leadership positions within the firm.  We strive to achieve the standards of excellence he has established and to give back to the industry and the community, as he has.”

4525 Lee Street, Chester, VA 23831 – www.vhitransport.com – 804-414-1780

NEWS RELEASE

For Release:  Immediately

Contact Bruce Gee – 804-414-1780

February 13, 2012 –  VHI Transport, domiciled in Chester, VA, a woman owned leader in supply chain management and logistics would like to announce the following staff changes:

Kristy Seaton to Vice President
Connie Whitley to Global VHI Sales

Kristy Seaton, who has served as the company’s Supply Chain Director since 2009, will now be serving in the role of Vice-President of the company. Prior to working for VHI, Kristy worked for Coca-Cola Enterprises serving in different departments including working with their supply chain and SAP functions.  Kristy has a degree in International Business.

Connie Whitley, who has served as Vice President of Sales and Marketing since 2006, will be undertaking the role of Global Sales for VHI Transport.  This change will enable Connie to concentrate more on the global market place selling existing product lines as well as some of the new initiatives VHI is undertaking.  Connie is going into her 15^th year of selling for VHI Transport; prior to VHI she served as Vice President for a printing and advertising company.

We have attempted to make it as easy as possible for motor carriers to do business with VHI Transport.  Here is the downloadable packet of essential items that you may want to have.  Scroll through our website to see much more information like testimonials, our various operations, our regular freight patterns, our minority and smart way certifications.

We have also listed the items that we are required to have from you.  We would be pleased to provide any other information you need or would like to have.

THINGS YOU MAY NEED FROM US:

1-Our Operating Authority

2-Our Surety Bond

3-A copy of our other insurances

4-A copy of our “Quick Pay” policy.

THINGS WE NEED FROM YOU:

1-The Carrier Profile Sheet filled out.

2-A copy of your operating authority.

3-Your insurance, naming VHI Transport as a loss payee.

4-A copy of our motor carrier contract signed.

5-Any special instructions of how to pay you.

6-The W-9 form signed and returned.

Thank you for desiring to do business with VHI Transport.  We have carriers that we have served since 1977. We now extend a warm welcome to you and will do all we can to make our relationship prosperous and profitable.

Kristy Seaton, Director, VHI Transport

That same belief that caused us to commence business in 1977 is  now deeply rooted into the fabric  of our company today.   We believe that we are called to pray for each other, our families, our community and for this nation.  We stand firmly in believing what the scripture says in Mathew 18:20: “For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them.”

VHI has formed a voluntary prayer team where we will stand with you, believing “With God, all things are possible.”   Please email your prayer request to prayteam@vhitransport.com.

1-VHI Transport Operating License

2-Our $100,000 Surety Bond

3-Our Insurances

4-A copy of our W-9, signed

5-A copy of our Minority Business Certification

6-A copy of our Smart Way Certification

7-A copy of our Shipper Contract (modeled after TIA/NITL)

Other items about our financial background, shipper testimonials and benefits in using  our services are contained elsewhere on our web site and can be easily copied should you desire.

Kristy Seaton,

Director VHI Transport, Inc.

TYPES OF INSURANCE TYPCIALLY CARRIED AT VHI TRANSPORT

Commercial General Liability:
VHI carries $1,000,000 for each occurrence and $2,000,000 policy aggregate.

Errors and Omissions:
VHI purchases E&O insurance for our protection in the event VHI should commit an error that leads to a financial loss while acting as a Property Broker.

Excess Umbrella Policy:
VHI carries a $1,000,000 limit over and above our General Liability and Employer’s Liability limits.

Workers Compensation and Employers Liability:
This insurance is for the benefit of the employees of VHI.  It does not extend to motor carrier drivers that are arranged for by the company. Workers Compensation laws do not make it reasonable that VHI could pay for the drivers, from nearly all 48 states, keep track of earnings as a basis for premium, then offset against the rightful payer of premiums.

Contingent Cargo, NON FORM FOLLOWING:
VHI is one of but a few Third Parties that provide this insurance along with its E&O policy.  Contingent Cargo Insurance triggers, if, and when the motor carrier’s insurance refuses an actual claim. Many Contingent Cargo policies “follow form” and mirror only the coverage of the motor carrier.  VHI has $100,000 in Contingent Cargo coverage  with a sublimit of $50,000 for Dishonest Acts of Carrier.  The Contingent Cargo is subject to a $5,000 deductible ($10,000 for Reefer Breakdown). 

Errors and Omissions: VHI has $100,000 in E&O coverage with a $5,000 deductible.

Surety Bond: VHI was the first Broker in the U.S. to voluntarily sign up for the TIA’s certified performance bond at $100,000.  Fewer than 35 Brokers have this insurance as of 4-1-09.

Disclaimers: The above illustration is offered as an example of what VHI typically could have in place at any one time. Many of the types of coverage could be limited, could have exclusions, could be specific for occurrence or user. There is no assurance whatsoever that any insurance or warrant made through this or any other venue is absolute or a guaranty. It is meant to show an agent, a motor carrier or a shipper what coverage we typically have in place when they are considering our services.  Specific coverage for specific needs can be discussed and often involve our underwriter for definitive coverage.  However for current information please refer to the Shipper or Carrier Packet sections on this web site, under Shipper or Carrier.

VHI, is a Licensed Property Broker, in business since 1977.  VHI has served the Third Party Industry in various capacities, including involvement in the  “Model Contract” between Shippers (NITL) and Brokers (TIA).  This contract involved several years of meetings between various leaders of the TIA, (Third Parties) and NITL, (Shippers), and their various legal representatives. Then the development of a “Model Contract between Brokers TIA and the motor carrier industry, that was developed in 2006.  David Gee, CEO of VHI, was Board Chair of TIA in 2003and 2004, or during the time the model contracts were developed.  The underlying message in all of the contracts are that brokers are distinct from motor carriers and do not have the ability to carry the risks of a motor carrier.

Nov 2011

BROKERAGE:       MC 172093

PH‑ 804 414-1570  FAX 804 414-1789

Visit us at 4525 Lee St. Chester, Va. 23831 or

AT VHITRANSPORT.COM                      

BUSINESS:    A certified Transportation Broker in business since 1977. 

Payment Terms:     * All approved invoices paid 10 calendar days.   

    * Financial Recognitions

• Dunn & Bradstreet Rating:  3A1.  D&B #08-413-4451
• Red Book Credit Services:  A1, the highest rating possible.
• NASTC ranks the company in the top 1% of the industry
• Charter member of Metro Factors’ “Good as Gold” Program, call 214-363-4557
• CompuNet Credit Services: A Gold Book Broker, recognized as being in the top 8% of transportation intermediaries in the United States, call 888-269-2237
• Nacomco, Inc: Platinum Certified Broker.
• TransCredit: A perfect score of “100”.

Bank: Sun Trust, contact  Brian Andress, 804-782-5962

Accountant is Todd Ofslager, 804 330 7190     *  Federal I.D. 54‑1046451 

COMPANY RECOGNITIONS

    *  Approved member of Metro Factors, “Good as Gold Program”. (Metro Factors, P.O. Box 38604 Dallas, Tx. 75238, Ph 214 363 4557

    *  Approved member of”Gold Book,” by (CompuNet Credit Serv­ices P.O. Box 331148 Ft. Worth, Texas)

    * Approved member of “Best Brokers List” of (The National Association of Small Trucking Companies 104 Stuart Dr. Henderson, Tn. 37305, Phone 615 826 7763

    * Member Transportation Intermediary Association

    * Certified Transportation Broker: Certificate # 15 as issued by the Transportation Brokers Institute. 

    * NASTC Broker of the Year 2008

INSURANCE DATA

Insurance- VHI has the following policies typically in place.  

Commercial General Liability, Errors and Omissions, Excess Umbrella Policy, Workers Compensation and Employers Liability:Contingent Cargo, NON FORM FOLLOWING, Errors and Omissions:  $100,000 Surety Insurance,  Account Receivable Insurance, Commercial General Liability.  Our Agent for these policies is:  Avalon Risk Management, 978-740-567784 84 Wharf Street, Salem, MA 01970  

Guaranteed Pay Program-VHI Transport is proud to be one of  the first companies  to provide a $100,000 surety bond as part of our customer assurance plan.  The bond is provided as part of a Guaranteed Payment Plan (GPP) arranged by a national organization.  VHI was one of the first six firms in the country to be approved for participation – an extremely elite group indeed.

To qualify for the GPP, VHI had to:

• Be a member of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA)-(We have been a member for more than 20 years)
• Participate in TIA’s P3 program, a contractual best practices program-(VHI was one of the first participants since its inception)
• Secure a $100,000 surety bond (through Avalon Risk Management)
• Pass a means test that covers years in business, credit worthiness, existing insurance (that minimizes risk), financial data, debt to asset ratio, integrity and reputation in the marketplace

Best Practices-VHI Transport embraces the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) Platinum Performance Program (P3), a contractual best practices agreement to achieve a higher level of customer service and conduct business using common terms and conditions.  P3 brings a new level of trust and performance to broker/motor carrier relationship.

You have many choices for finding just the right company with the tools to help you in becoming the best agent you can become.  Now just might be the best time and  VHITransport best fit you can find, regardless of your efforts. VHI believes that its developed technology enables a local sales agent to offer a high quality personal service to customers in a local area or to their customers, anyplace in the world that is appreciated and recognized as true value added benefits to the transportation process. VHI has years of business development to assist a person that desires to be independent, yet associated with a like minded company, the opportunity to succeed in today’s brave new world. Consider:

• Proven business success, every year, since it’s founding in 1977Financial Stability D&B, Metro Factors, Compunet, all give us the highest rating possible.  That’s because we are well funded and pay our obligations timely and have for nearly 4 decades! Our financial strength  allows a 10 day payment cycle to the motor carrier, either by check or electronic payments, or quick pay if desired. A company that does all modes of transportation, including: spot, dedicated, refrigerated, flat, freight management, air, intermodal, barge, government and asset management. We do business with very large and very small companies.
• We have a history of agents coming to us and staying with us.  We have our own proprietary software for some great freight management applications, for inventory tracking and intermodal applications and a recognized software package for our normal activities, (Aljex).
• Use of VHI’s ICC brokerage authority.
• Diversified- Weekly commission check to Sales Agent for loads moved the prior week
• Multiple commission split options, based upon your needs, production and desires. VHI has competitive commission rates, with additional bonus for production levels.

• Use of VHI’s $100,000 Guaranteed Payment Surety program, surety bond.
• Use of VHI’s NITL/TIA Model template contracts for use with customers.
• Use of VHI’s TIA motor carrier approved template  contracts for use with motor carriers.

• Use of VHI’s insurance.
• Use of VHI’s broker’s surety bond.
• Use of VHI’s  legal contracts..
• Certified Woman-Owned Business that gives us special consideration by those companies and government procurement agencies pledged to support women and minority owned small business.
• Smart Way Certified- Ask us about this important certification.

• Discounts on dot.com postings through agency programs.
• Participation in VHI’s Internet marketing program.

• At your option, commissions paid weekly and direct deposited to your bank account.
• Access to our database of over 10,000 carriers and with our partnership with SaferWatch.com constant monitoring of the carriers that we use.

• EDI capabilities to offer your customers
• Family Atmosphere – You’re more than just an agent to us, you’re part of the VHI family
• Flexibility to suit your lifestyle and work preferences:
• Our receivables are insured through a third party.
• Our team has been on the cutting edge in creating load boards, online safety and insurance monitoring and other trademark applications that help the industry.
•  VHI Transport is a Multiple Award Winning Company:  To name just a few….NASTC awarded VHI Transport with the prestigious award of “Broker of the Year” in 2008 and we have remained in their “Best Broker Program.”  TIA has given numerous us several awards over the years. We were one of the top Businesses in Virginia as recognized by Bank of America.  We have received the Red Book Award Business Character Award.
• VHI is deeply rooted in the community. We have participated in 10K runs to support cancer research; we feed the homeless, we give financially to charity organizations among other things to give back.

Time and space restricts us from adding more. Please explore the public part of our website for more information about us.  If you would like to have a confidential conversation please contact Bruce Gee @ brucegee@vhitransport.com  or Kristy Seaton @ kristyseaton@vhitransport.com, or, if timing is critical call David Gee at 804 683 4758.  We are interested in you whether you are just getting started, or are a veteran with years of experiences and a large shipper base.

BROKERAGE:       MC 172093

PH‑ 804 414 1570  FAX 804 414 1789

Visit us at 4525 Lee St. Chester, Va. 23831 or

AT VHITRANSPORT.COM

BUSINESS:

    A certified Transportation Broker in business since 1977. 

FINANCIAL INFORMATION

    * All approved invoices paid 10 calendar days.

    * Financial Recognitions

• Dunn & Bradstreet Rating:  3A1.  D&B #08-413-4451
• Red Book Credit Services:  A1, the highest rating possible.
• NASTC ranks the company in the top 1% of the industry
• Charter member of Metro Factors’ “Good as Gold” Program, call 214-363-4557
• CompuNet Credit Services: A Gold Book Broker, recognized as being in the top 8% of transportation intermediaries in the United States, call 888-269-2237
• Nacomco, Inc: Platinum Certified Broker.
• TransCredit: A perfect score of “100”.

Bank: Sun Trust, contact Janna Lindsay, 804-782-7698

Accountant is Todd Ofslager, 804 330 7190

    *  Federal I.D. 54‑1046451

COMPANY RECOGNITIONS

    *  Approved member of Metro Factors, “Good as Gold Program”. (Metro Factors, P.O. Box 38604 Dallas, Tx. 75238, Ph 214 363 4557

    *  Approved member of”Gold Book,” by (CompuNet Credit Serv­ices P.O. Box 331148 Ft. Worth, Texas)

    * Approved member of “Best Brokers List” of (The National Association of Small Trucking Companies 104 Stuart Dr. Henderson, Tn. 37305, Phone 615 826 7763

    * Member Transportation Intermediary Association

    * Certified Transportation Broker: Certificate # 15 as issued by the Transportation Brokers Institute.

INSURANCE DATA

Insurance- VHI has the following policies typically in place.  

Commercial General Liability, Errors and Omissions, Excess Umbrella Policy, Workers Compensation and Employers Liability:Contingent Cargo, NON FORM FOLLOWING, Errors and Omissions:  $100,000 Surety Insurance,  Account Receivable Insurance, Commercial General Liability.  Our Agent for these policies is:  Avalon Risk Management, 978-740-567784 84 Wharf Street, Salem, MA 01970  

Guaranteed Pay Program-VHI Transport is proud to be one of  the first companies  to provide a $100,000 surety bond as part of our customer assurance plan.  The bond is provided as part of a Guaranteed Payment Plan (GPP) arranged by a national organization.  VHIwas one of the first six firms in the country to be approved for participation – an extremely elite group indeed.

To qualify for the GPP, VHI had to:

• Be a member of the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA)-(We have been a member for more than 20 years)
• Participate in TIA’s P3 program, a contractual best practices program-(VHI was one of the first participants since its inception)
• Secure a $100,000 surety bond (through Avalon Risk Management)
• Pass a means test that covers years in business, credit worthiness, existing insurance (that minimizes risk), financial data, debt to asset ratio, integrity and reputation in the marketplace

Best Practices-VHI Transport embraces the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) Platinum Performance Program (P3), a contractual best practices agreement to achieve a higher level of customer service and conduct business using common terms and conditions.  P3 brings a new level of trust and performance to broker/motor carrier relationship.

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES

    1‑Transport Clearings East, Inc. Vernon Whetzel 704 527 1820

    2‑Barr Nunn Transportion, Missy,515 438 2231

    3‑Carpet Transport, Jack Harris 404 432 1400

OUR PEOPLE

  *President & Preparer of this Information  David A. Gee