Each year during the month of March in the United States, we celebrate Women's History Month to acknowledge and show appreciation for the vital contributions made by women in this country. In the logistics and supply chain industry, women continue to make a huge impact and are increasingly making their presence known. In fact, according to a Gartner survey, women accounted for 41 percent of the logistics and supply chain workforce in 2023, up from 39 percent the year before.
At GlobalTranz, we are proud of the women who have helped shape our company and made it the success that it is today. That's why we're spotlighting one of our female freight agents — Brandie Millis of EGM Transportation. She has found great success at GlobalTranz as a logistics sales professional and business owner. Here Brandie answers questions about why she chose GlobalTranz, what the company means to her and how its culture helped her develop EGM Transportation.
First, can you tell us a little bit about yourself?
Brandie Millis: My company's name is EGM Transportation. I've been with GlobalTranz as an agent for three years now, and I've been in logistics for 22 years. I've actually been on every side of the business. I've been with 3PLs. I also worked for a family-owned trucking company where we pretty much sold almost every mode of transportation.
How did you find out about GlobalTranz and why did you join the company?
Brandie Millis: I was ready to take my success into my own hands and just have all the control to be able to make the future that I wanted. I did research on other companies, and honestly, it was just a feeling I had with GlobalTranz. I think sometimes you just have to go with your gut, and I got a great feeling from the people that I was dealing with, especially my recruiter. He was very patient with me and answered all my questions and helped me really decide if this was the right fit for me.
What do you enjoy the most about your partnership with GlobalTranz?
Brandie Millis: There are a lot of things that I enjoy. But I would probably say the environment and the people and the fact that we can service every shipping mode. I like offering my customers a variety of options. I like to go to my customers and be able to sell everything and come up with the complete solution for all of their logistics needs. And I'm able to do that here at GlobalTranz with all the different modes that we're able to sell.
How has your life (personally or professionally) changed since you became an agency owner?
Brandie Millis: I'm much busier than I was before, but you have to always look at the end goal. Working with GlobalTranz has giving me a different sense of freedom, and it's allowing me to control my own path. Before, when I was working for other people, I would see things that maybe I didn't necessarily agree with or it wasn't the way that I would've handled those situations. Now I'm able to take all of that control and create the success I want to have.
How do you think GlobalTranz has enabled your business growth?
Brandie Millis: They definitely give me the back-office support that I need when I need it. With my knowledge, I can manage most situations, but there come times where you just need that corporate support and say "Hey, I need help and what can we do about it?" And they definitely have been there to step in and resolve issues when we need to resolve issues and make sure that we're always taking care of the customer.
What is one word that you would use to describe your experience as a GlobalTranz agent?
Brandie Millis: Success. They are setting us up for success and helping us as agents be the best that we can be and grow our business to the best of our ability.
What is the one piece of advice you'd give to other people who are considering becoming an agent?
Brandie Millis: If you're thinking about it and you're really at that point where you're just not sure, just don't wait. Take that leap of faith because you'll be glad you did!
Are you interested in becoming an independent freight agent with GlobalTranz?
The GlobalTranz freight agency program provides access to a full suite of transportation services and logistics solutions. Our independent freight agents are also backed by sales, marketing and back-office support, along with industry-leading technology.
Our freight agents enjoy highly competitive commission splits, paid upon invoiced shipments, plus sign-on and transition bonus opportunities. With no territory or boundary restrictions, your income potential is in your hands. Many agents can make up to $100K within the first 12 months.
GlobalTranz is also part of WWEX Group, alongside Worldwide Express and Unishippers. Combined, these three companies make up one of the largest and most diverse 3PLs in the industry, providing freight agents with top shipping solutions and the financial stability that helps them succeed.
If you are interested in a career in logistics and are ready speak to a freight agent expert, contact GlobalTranz today.