Kraft's Journey: Navigating New Horizons at United Road

Kraft joined united Road Services back in August 2006 with a long-term vision for his career at the auto transport company.

This past may, he took on the role of CEO at United Road.

Reflecting on his early days with the company,Kraft remarked,“I always saw myself here at United Road.It’s been my home.”

“At united Road, you have the freedom to carve your own path,” he mentioned during a chat with Transport Topics. “You can shape your identity here.”

“As opportunities arose … I was there to help and solve problems,” he added about his rise within the organization.

Kraft succeeds Mark Anderson as CEO of United Road.

The board endorsed this transition wholeheartedly,” Anderson stated.“Ryan embodies vision and integrity while consistently delivering results. He knows our business inside out—heS absolutely fit to guide us into our next chapter.”

According to Transport Topics data, United Road stands as North America’s leading auto hauler and ranks No. 60 among the largest for-hire carriers across the continent.

The company has maintained its top position in U.S. auto hauling throughout much of this century; Kraft is resolute to keep it that way.(United Road Services)(United Road Services).....Kraft previously served as chief operating officer for ten months after being chief digital officer before that; he began his career in finance before moving into IT operations where he worked on projects like developing their transportation management system..Kraft previously served as chief operating officer for ten months after being chief digital officer before that; he began his career in finance before moving into IT operations where he worked on projects like developing their transportation management system.

The firm was acquired by Magnus Technologies whose CEO Matt Cartwright is a former CTO of United Road..The firm was acquired by Magnus Technologies whose CEO Matt Cartwright is a former CTO of United Road.

Kraft emphasized that over the coming year, execution will be key for their strategy..Kraft emphasized that over the coming year execution will be key for their strategy.

“We have an remarkable team capable of overcoming various challenges,” Kraft noted while referencing past hurdles such as economic downturns and industry disruptions caused by COVID-19 or competitors like Jack cooper going under recently..

The auto hauling sector remains stable yet dynamic according to him..

Kraft pointed out how everyone rallied together following Jack Cooper’s bankruptcy but acknowledged there are still repercussions from it affecting others within this space..

“The full impact hasn’t settled yet regarding what lies ahead,” said Kraft..