Bright Flag

Today, we pause.
We're reminded that our freedoms, including the freedom to pursue the American dream, was paid for by men and women who gave everything. We remember them with gratitude and hold their families in our thoughts.

We wish you a meaningful day with those who matter most.

If you're heading to the 2026 Linehaul Summit, come see us at booth 50. 👋🏻

We'll be talking about what's actually working in driver recruiting right now—what's changed, what hasn't, and what linehaul contractors are doing differently to keep their runs covered.

Plus, we're giving away swag and a JBL Flip 7 speaker. See you there!

📍 Booth 50 | Irving, TX | May 13–14

I am loving this for the trucking and transportation industry !! They deserve all of it.

"The Lifeblood of Our Economy."

President Trump stood between two big rigs at the White House and said what every driver on the road already knows: this country does not move without truck drivers.

At a special event honoring the trucking industry, the President called drivers "brave, bold, and incredible," recognizing the men and women who keep essential goods flowing across America every single day.

Several drivers were invited to the podium to share their stories of delivering critical supplies, from medical equipment to everyday necessities.

Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy echoed the message, calling truckers "the backbone of our great country" and highlighting $275 million in truck parking projects.

The removal of speed limiter mandates, and new pilot programs giving drivers more flexibility with hours of service rules.

Whether you agree with the politics or not, the recognition hits home. Trucking moves over 70% of the nation's freight. Without the people behind the wheel, shelves go empty and supply chains stop.

The trucks may be beautiful. But the drivers are what make them matter.

FedEx contractors: here are three reasons you don't want to miss the Linehaul Summit coming up May 13–14 in Irving, TX 👇

1. 30 education sessions built for contractors. Level up your business strategy, finance, safety, maintenance, and recruiting.

2. 60+ vendors under one roof. Enjoy two days of access to the companies that directly impact your runs and your bottom line.

3. Bright Flag will be there as a sponsor. If driver recruiting is on your mind, come find us at booth #50—we'd love to talk and send you off with some swag.

👉 Use discount code BRIGHTFLAG4YOU when you register to get in free—a $100 value—courtesy of Bright Flag.

Register at https://hubs.la/Q04c80FJ0

Our team just leveled up! 💪

Savannah Pinheiro and Christin Taylor were honored to attend an exclusive Indeed Masterclass on modern recruiting yesterday at Indeed's headquarters in Austin, TX.

They sharpened their expertise on AI-powered candidate matching, best practices for attracting top-quality candidates, and many other topics that will drive continued recruiting excellence for the contractors we serve.

Recruiting is evolving fast. Bright Flag is staying ahead of it. 🇺🇸

Thank you to everyone who helped make the Route Consultant 2026 Expo amazing! 🇺🇸

As a recruiting firm, Bright Flag is all about people. So meeting, learning from, and sharing with so many transportation and logistics pros in-person is always a boost for our team.

Don't forget to swing by our booth at the Route Consultant 2026 Expo—and get some new Bright Flag swag while it lasts! 🇺🇸

While you're there, enter to win a free, one-of-a-kind JBL Flip 7. 🔊

See you soon at booth 511!

We're so excited for the 2026 Route Consultant Expo, this Thursday and Friday at Music City Center in Nashville.

🗓️ This is a can't-miss even for logistics entrepreneurs.

While you're there, come visit us at booth 511! We'd love to talk to you face-to-face, give you some merch, and discuss your 2026 recruiting strategy.

Happy New Year's Eve! 🥂
What are your goals for 2026?

Chances are, you'll need a strong team to get there. To help along the way, here are our top 5 hiring habit shifts that you can use to strengthen your ISP or DSP:

🛑 STOP:Scrambling to build your capacity for peak season
✅ START:Hiring for peak in early summer
👉 BENEFITS:Reduce interruptions to your other operations, make more selective hiring decisions

🛑 STOP:Relying on a resumé alone to qualify candidates
✅ START:Using market data, video interviews, and an experienced recruiter
👉 BENEFITSImprove candidate fit, reduce churn, and find “hidden gems” others would have missed

🛑 STOP:Trying to chase applicants while running operations
✅ START:Letting an experienced recruiter do the legwork
👉 BENEFITSRemove bottlenecks to your growth, reduce hiring emergencies, regain your core focus

🛑 STOP:Assuming nobody else is qualified to hire key roles
✅ START:Partnering with an experienced recruiter to find the right professionals for your operation
👉 BENEFITSReceive more options, improve precise selection, get an expert second opinion on fit

🛑 STOP:Hiring candidates that are already burned out by the FADV process and a frustrating application process
✅ START:Using a recruiter with hundreds of 5-star reviews from operators and applicants alike
👉 BENEFITSGet candidates who are energized and excited to start

Bright Flag helps you hire smarter year-round so you’re always ready for what’s next.

Cheers!