WHO WE ARE

A multi-regional focus defines Ascend—but doesn’t limit Ascend With operations focused on the US South, Mid Atlantic, and Midwest, and over 30 drop yards throughout, Ascend has density and capacity in important regional areas where demand for high-performance short-haul shipping is high. That said, we have experience using relays and the ability to connect shorter-haul routes and deliver over the road (OTR) capabilities on a multi-regional basis when needed—all with the goal of better serving our customers and expanding our reach into more distant locations. 

Ascend focuses on truckload shippers riding the e-commerce wave As primarily a regional carrier, Ascend sees its greatest opportunity serving the shipping needs of customers in the packaging, food and beverage, and retail industries, particularly with the rise of e-commerce and the growth of the consumer packaged goods sector. These are businesses that typically require products shipped regionally—and quickly. With demanding consumers waiting at the end of the line, shippers know their business depends on delivering goods on time. This is an area where Ascend, with its large fleet and integrated technology, is positioned for greatest success. As larger warehouses move to a greater number of urban locations, the need for regional service to connect supply-chain nodes plays directly into Ascend’s strengths.

Ascend has the economies of scale that benefit the company and its customers Through organic growth and targeted acquisitions, Ascend is building significant density in the regional truckload sector, leading to the economies of scale that supports buying power in terms of fuel and equipment procurement, service costs, and healthcare and insurance premiums. With these savings, we can offer more competitive rates for shippers, attractive pay and benefits for our employees, and revenues that ensure a stable, sustainable business. 

Ascend leadership has the experience and expertise needed to achieve its goals. Ascend was founded in 2019 by Michael McLary, a transportation leader with more than 27 years of experience in the supply chain world. He has assembled a Board of Directors composed of other experienced executives, giving Ascend a governance team with more than a century of know-how in various areas of the transportation and logistics industry. This experience and expertise assures that the company will have creative and responsible leadership for many years to come.