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Trucking company financial protection is just as important as scoring high rates per mile every time you haul a load. Building business credit and researching potential customers are also key ingredients to staying successful. Wes Read, Chief Credit Officer for Apex Capital, brings 29 years of credit management experience. He understands how crucial cash flow, cash reserves, credit reporting, building better credit, and staying financially protected are to taking your trucking company from surviving to thriving. He has invaluable advice along with suggestions on tools and research to boost your business. This blog is the ninth in a series with Apex Experts sharing their industry knowledge.

The more we exchange money electronically, whether it be through purchasing goods or conducting business with associates, the more vulnerable we all are to fraud. It is no different for freight carriers, especially small to medium sized trucking companies and owner-operators. According to FreightWaves, freight fraud costs the industry more than $100 million each year. Carriers are the first line of defense because by the time load paperwork reaches the factoring company, that carrier may already have been the victim of fraud. We put together a list of red flag signs of freight fraud and we highlighted tools and services we have at Apex Capital to help arm carriers before they haul a load.

Apex Capital Corp Moves Headquarters to Renowned City Center in Fort Worth Fort Worth, Texas – Apex Capital Corp, ranked No. 1 in the Large Employer Category among the Best Companies to Work for in Fort Worth, is moving to…

Trucking companies rely on lucrative loads to survive, naturally. But the difference between surviving and thriving lies in the strength of the back-office operations. Jennifer Lance, Chief Operations Officer for Apex Capital, brings 22 years of experience in day-to-day operations. She knows how to keep the internal machine oiled and cranking, from keeping employees happy and files organized to staying abreast of the latest industry technology and keeping processes managed. She shares invaluable advice that can help all trucking companies thrive. This blog is the eighth in a series with Apex Experts sharing their industry knowledge.

Apex Capital Earns a New Peak in the Prestigious Best Companies to Work for in Texas Ranking We just reached a new peak! Fifteen years after Apex Capital began participating in the prestigious Best Companies to Work for in Texas…

Who will you trust to help make your trucking company as successful as it can be? That’s a very important question particularly when it comes to cash flow, which could make or break a burgeoning company. That means that doing business with factors, quick pays, and even banks requires real-world, fine-print knowledge. Mike Thrasher, Chief Sales Officer for Apex Capital, brings 20 years of experience in sales. He understands the funding issues many startups and small-to-medium size trucking companies face. He shares invaluable tips on using a factoring company as a trusted partner. This blog is the seventh in a series with Apex Experts sharing their industry knowledge.

The trucking industry provides essential services for consumers and companies around the world. As a crucial part of manufacturing and transportation, trucks transport large quantities of raw materials and finished products across long distances. With over 70% of American goods…

The votes are counted. The results are in. We have a cover winner for the 2023 Apex Client Calendar. We also have a dozen finalists and two honorable mentions. All those truck beauties will be proudly displayed in the 2023 installment of our annual calendar. Are you ready to learn which rigs will be our newest calendar models?

Trucking company success certainly relies heavily on fast cash flow and big-money loads. But just as important is having a a good team of people working together with the same vision and goals in mind. Patty Fritz, Chief People Officer for Apex Capital, brings 30 years of experience in human resources. She knows the difference between a boss and a leader, recruiting versus hiring, and all the benefits that keep team members happy. She shares tips on how to make the most of your company culture. This blog is the sixth in a series with Apex Experts sharing their industry knowledge.

Fuel cards are great, but they should do more for your trucking company than just provide a few cents off each gallon of diesel. The TCS Fuel Card offers clients – from large fleets to independent owner-operators – a complete fuel management system. Chris Courts, President and Managing Director for TCS Fuel, a wholly owned subsidiary of Apex Capital, brings 25-plus years of experience and expertise in the fuel card industry. He knows all you need to know about fees, fraud, and discounts at the pump. Now he’s sharing that fuel card wisdom with you. This blog is the fifth in a series with Apex Experts sharing their industry knowledge.