Gulf Winds International

Gulf Winds International, a leading third-party logistics company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Doss as its new CEO, effective August 5, 2024. This transition follows the retirement of BJ Tarver, who has provided 25 years of exemplary service to the company as its CEO and many other roles throughout his career at the company. BJ will remain a member of the company’s board of directors. BJ has been instrumental in Gulf Winds’ growth and success, overseeing significant milestones and contributing to the company's esteemed reputation in the industry. Under his leadership, Gulf Winds grew from a small Houston trucking company to a nationwide company with approximately 900 trucks and over one million square feet of warehouse space with terminal locations in Houston, Dallas, Fort Worth, Mobile, Memphis, Savannah, Charleston, Norfolk, Chicago, and Baltimore. “It has been a tremendous honor to serve Gulf Winds over the past 25 years, and I’m proud of what we have accomplished together. We are in an exciting growth stage at Gulf Winds, and I’m confident in the company’s future under Michael’s leadership,” said Tarver. Michael brings a wealth of experience and a visionary approach to Gulf Winds. With a background in a wide range of business environments and transactions, most recently as CEO of FTS International, Michael is poised to lead the company into its next chapter of innovation and growth. “I’m thrilled to join Gulf Winds and build upon the solid foundation established by BJ and the Gulf Winds team. Together, we will drive the company forward and continue our tradition of excellence and world-class logistics services,” said Doss. 

Gulf Winds' Vice President of Driver Recruiting and Retention, Christopher Schoate, joined FreightWaves this morning to discuss how fleets are hiring and retaining drivers in today's landscape. Click the link to watch the full interview! #WeAreGulfWinds #FreightWaves #enterprisefleetsummit #recruiting #retention #drivenbymore #FWTV

We appreciate your patience as our teams have navigated power and internet challenges in the Houston area. The Port of Houston will reopen tomorrow at 6:00 AM CST and will operate with extended gate hours for the rest of the week. We remain committed to prioritizing the safety of our team and community as we work through this together.

Sunday, July 7, 2024 Weather Update: Due to the expected inclement weather & the announced closure of Port Houston, Gulf Winds Houston operations will be suspended on Monday, July 8, 2024. As always, the safety of our team and community is of great importance. We are closely monitoring the situation and will provide continual updates as new information becomes available. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to your dedicated Logistics Coordinator. #WeAreGulfWinds #WeatherUpdate #houston #inclementweather #operations

The Gulf Winds Team is actively monitoring Tropical Storm Beryl and its potential impact to the markets we serve. We will continue to provide updates as they become available. Thank you & please stay safe! #weatherupdate #gulfwinds #tropicalstorm

Wishing you a Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸 May your 4th of July be filled with joy, celebration, and gratitude. Enjoy the festivities and stay safe! #happy4thofjuly #4thofJuly #4thofjuly2024 #WeAreGulfWinds

We had such a great time at our Kids' Meals, Inc. event this past week! We decorated and filled 200+ lunch bags that will be filled with free, healthy meals delivered directly to the homes of hungry children! #kidsmeals #houston #morethanthemove #drivenbymore

Team Gulf Winds from our Savannah & Charleston markets joined the United Way Housing Heroes initiative this week, participating through our 'More Than The Move' employee-led volunteer program. Our dedicated volunteers rolled up their sleeves to provide essential home repairs for seniors and those with differing abilities. By engaging in tasks such as landscaping, exterior painting, and ramp construction, the goal was to make a tangible impact by advancing safe, stable housing for all members of our communities! #WeAreGulfWinds #morethanthemove #drivenbymore #unitedway #savannah #charleston

Happy Father’s Day to all of the special dads, grandpas, step dads and father figures in our lives! We hope you all felt celebrated & loved today! 👔🛠️🧰🏈 #HappyFathersDay #WeAreGulfWinds

Gulf Winds is thrilled to attend & sponsor the upcoming American Cotton Shippers Association Conference this week in Arizona! American Cotton Shippers Association members take an active part in promoting the increased use of cotton in the U.S. and throughout the world; establishing with other cotton trade organizations national and international standards for trade. We look forward to being a part of this impactful event! Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/gUy2Fnab #ConferenceSponsorship #americancotton #americancottonshippers #ACSA #sponsorship #WeAreGulfWinds #drivenbymore #drayage #transloading #warehousing #logistics