Timothy M.

Choquette
4355 Jed Way, Cumming GA 30040 Home Ph: 770 888 6251 Cell 678 42
9 3212
E-mail address: tce70ef2@westpost.net
Summary
Cost conscious transportation and logistics professional with expertise in term
inal, fleet and logistics sales and operations, as well as freight brokerage and
sales; utilizing industry knowledge with communication skills to generate profi
table revenue while reducing operating costs. An effective leader with ability t
o promote innovative processes and procedures.
Areas of Expertise
Fleet Operations Backhaul Generation
Safety Transportation Management
Truckload / LTL Sales Terminal Management
Professional Experience
International Trailways, Hoover AL. 2010-Present
Project Manager Oversee and coordinate motor coach operations for the 2010 Vanco
uver Winter Olympics, the BP oil spill in the Florida panhandle and the World Eq
uestrian Games in Lexington KY. Stationed in Squamish BC, responsible for routi
ng and overall operations for 160 motorcoaches. Interfaced with Olympic Organizi
ng Committee and venues to achieve desired service levels. During BP spill provi
ded same service for area from Alabama state line to Carrabelle FL. Required 31
buses for this action. Responsible for operations of 38 buses for World Equestri
an Games.
Avery Logistics, Dahlonega, GA. 2008-2010
Freight Broker Agent Solicit and book loads for clients throughout the US. Meet
needs of shippers while establishing an open repertoire with shipper as well as
carriers.
BlueLinx Corporation, Atlanta, GA. 2005-2007
National Routing/Backhaul Manager Provided oversight to three facilities; (Lawre
nceville, GA, Minneapolis, MN and Denver, CO) charged with routing all outbound
material on BlueLinxa flatbed fleet delivered by 60 branches throughout the U.S.
Led and motivated 15 routers on a daily basis in efforts to reduce excess mile
s and build profitable loads. Interacted with BlueLinx sales, procurement and op
erations as well as national third party clients throughout the country to captu
re revenue producing backhaul opportunities.
Increased backhaul revenue in 2006 from $8.5M to $11.8M. Lowered overall compan
y cost per mile 17%.
Increased load factor (ULE) by 8% and reduced miles 11% using proven processes a
nd procedures instituted.
Mall of Georgia Ford, Buford, GA. 2003-2005 Salesman
Continental Express Inc, Little Rock, AR. 2002-2002
Regional Sales Manager Responsible for calling on local shippers in Atlant
a metro area in an effort to secure outbound revenue, interacted with Continenta
l Executive team, operations and pricing.
Coordinated shipments originating in Georgia market area returning to Arkansas
geographic region.
Filled excess capacity within 4 months and then terminated.
Hub Group Brokerage, Duluth, GA.
Director of Highway Services 2000-2002 Led a team of transporta
tion professionals in their daily duties of soliciting and covering available lo
ads tendered for transportation. Interacted and negotiated with clients and car
riers throughout the U.S. in an effort to fulfill agreed upon requirements estab
lished with each.
Increased profit 23% first year.
Utilized available company drayage assets to lower overall operating costs.
Georgia Pacific Corporation, Lawrenceville, GA. 1998-2000 Transpor
tation Manager Responsible for fleet of 75 flatbed trucks. Led team of 8 super
visors and 6 dispatchers in their daily duties. Ensured Department of Transport
ation safety compliance as well as on time delivery to customers within a 4 stat
e delivery area. Charged with developing a viable backhaul process utilizing com
pany delivery assets.
Increased backhaul revenue from $400K to $1.1M within one year using processes a
nd procedures instituted.
Lowered branch cost per mile 23%.
Interacted with vendors, third party common carriers and material providers to a
chieve lowest possible cost.
Atlanta Motor Lines, Gainesville, GA. 1997-1998 Terminal Manager Oversaw sm
all end of line terminal. Had all operational and sales responsibility.
Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games, Atlanta GA. 1994-1997 Sponsor and V
IP Transportation System Manager. Established motor coach transportati
on system for the Olympic Games with cooperation of the United States and the In
ternational Olympic Committee. Led 150 transportation associates during the 17
day event. Led 30 associates during the set up time of the Games.
Transported 20,000 people every 3 days to and from their accommodations to vario
us Olympic venues.
Worked with over 40 Fortune 500 companies and their hospitality groups to ensure
error free transportation service.
Other Relevant Experience
ABF Freight System 1983-1994
Terminal Manager, Everett, WA., Stockton, CA., Pomona, CA., and Tacoma, WA.
Managed the overall operations and sales activity at the above stated locations.
Instituted sales and operational procedures in order to facilitate positive ch
anges within each organization. Provide leadership to existing personnel on new
and different methods of obtaining positive results.

Education
Portland State University, Portland, OR.
Sacramento State University, Sacramento, CA.