Welcome to LinkAmerica Corporation, a ‘Best In Class’ transportation provider. LinkAmerica’s original
platform of independently operated companies was established in 1996 with Lane Freight, Washita Freight Systems,
Interstate Express and Dannie Gilder, Inc. Since then, LinkAmerica has evolved into an integrated system with innovative
capacity solutions delivered through three divisions: Dedicated and Logistics Services, LinkAmerica Express – 53’
Division, and Lane Freight – 57’ Division.
I’d like to introduce those who lead the charge to ensure ‘Best In Class’ service and solutions. This team is passionate
about sustaining a service culture, utilizing technology to provide real-time data to our customers, and for understanding
the challenges facing our customers so LinkAmerica can provide appropriate transportation solutions.
Carl Bailey is Executive Vice-President of Sales and Marketing. Carl began his career in transportation 14 years ago
and has experience in managing regional and national accounts as well as dedicated transportation services. He was
previously the General Manager of Dedicated Services for a transportation solutions company. Carl joined LinkAmerica in
April 2008.   HIs primary focus at LinkAmerica is revenue generation and customer service.  Under Carl’s leadership,
Sales, Pricing, Engineering, Inside Sales, Logistics and Customer Service provide excellent customer service and
revenue growth.
Aaron Yeager is the Executive Vice-President of Operations. He is a graduate of Iowa State University’s Agricultural
Systems Technology and Agribusiness Management program. After two years in the role of Territory Service Manager
and Technical Training Instructor with a leading agricultural equipment company,, Aaron was recruited to LinkAmerica
where he has held numerous positions in operations and maintenance.  Aaron led our Maintenance Division to achieving
operational efficiencies that exceed industry standards.  His ability to assess, plan and execute a successful strategy
positions LinkAmerica in an elite group of carriers capable of operationally supporting a company that ‘Dominates the
markets by providing exceptional service to our customers’. Aaron’s primary focus is on providing strategic operational
leadership throughout the LinkAmerica organization.  Under his leadership, LinkAmerica Express, LinkAmerica
Automotive, LinkAmerica Maintenance and LinkAmerica Purchasing provide ‘Best In Class’ operational excellence:
David Mendenhall is Vice President/GM of Lane Freight, the 57’ Division. David started his transportation career in
dispatch operations. Soon after, he launched a transportation leasing company. After selling it, David stayed and served
as the Vice President of Operations until he joined LinkAmerica as VP of Operations in 1997. David was promoted to
President of Dannie Gilder, Inc. in 2001 and later to EVP of Operations for LinkAmerica. Lane Freight is one of the largest
57’ fleets in the country and is positioned into intra-Texas, regional lanes. More capacity per load means significant
savings for our customers.
Keath Storm is Vice President, Human Resources/Organizational Development. Keath has a Bachelors Degree in
Theology from Hillsdale College and Masters in Human Relations from The University of Oklahoma. He has many years
of expertise in growing and developing people and organizations and has held positions in HR management in several
industries. Keath is also an Executive/Performance Coach and public speaker. He joined LinkAmerica in June 2008.
Keath is focusing on creating a 'Best in Class' culture for the LinkAmerica family and developing key people initiatives to
support the overall business strategy.
The commitment to our core values is real and constant. It is driven by individual and organizational goals that are
designed to ensure attention to the details our customers have grown to expect from us. I feel honored to be associated
with LinkAmerica and look forward every day to working with our disciplined professionals as we explore how we can
support our customers’ efforts.
Todd A. Smith
President
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