Rowlett, TX (December 5, 2016) — This year, for the first time, C.H. Robinson is recognizing six North American truckload contract carriers with the Key Carrier of the Year Award. Billy Reece is the recipient of the award in the owner-operator segment.  Reece was nominated by his C.H. Robinson carrier representative for the new awards.  

Reece, as well as the other owner-operators with Key status in the program, have exceptional service levels, have demonstrated efficiencies through automation and have established relationships with dedicated carrier representatives.

Reece was recognized due to the outstanding and consistent service he provides. “Billy has incredible name recognition with our shippers and receivers; which speaks volumes for what how he works with us and our customers,” said John Dyess, C.H. Robinson carrier account manager. “We couldn’t do what we do without carriers like Billy, who rises above and beyond when we face challenges.”

Reece is a flatbed owner-operator based in Rowlett, TX. “C.H. Robinson has my back when I need it the most,” said Billy Reece, owner-operator. “Every time I call John and need to get something, he helps me get it done. We have a great relationship.”

C.H. Robinson’s Carrier Advantage Program supports its 68,000 contract carriers with a three-tier model. The program provides contract carriers earlier access to freight, a dedicated carrier representative, discounts on our Quick Pay program and the ability to submit offers via Navisphere Carrier, C.H. Robinson’s technology platform.

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