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BRW Appoints Executive EVPs for Strategy & Administration and Operations

BRW has hired Derek Walcott as executive vice president of strategy and administration and Tim Comstock as executive vice president of operations.

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Derek Walcott is now executive vice president of strategy and administration at BRW and Tim Comstock has been named executive vice president of operations.

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BRW, a provider of logistics, transportation, brokerage, and warehousing services nationwide, has appointed Derek Walcott as executive vice president of strategy and administration and Tim Comstock as executive vice president of operations. Both individuals bring extensive experience and expertise to their respective roles, BRW said.

Executive Vice President of Strategy and Administration

Walcott has assumed the role of executive vice president of strategy and administration and will lead the company's strategic and administrative functions, including human resources, legal, marketing, finance, and safety. BRW said Walcott brings a wealth of experience in corporate administration, with a proven ability to implement strategic initiatives that drive organizational effectiveness and compliance.

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Walcott has 20 years of experience in the trucking and logistics industry. His previous roles have included business development, operations, strategic planning, security, and administration. 

“Derek's expertise in administration and his strategic approach to organizational management make him a valuable addition to our BRW executive team,” said Nate Haney, CEO of BRW. “His leadership will be crucial as we continue to grow and adapt to the evolving demands of our industry.

BRW said Walcott’s team-first mentality connects organizations to drive strategic, operational and revenue growth across all business units. 

He has specific expertise in government and defense markets and has held key division leadership roles with multiple organizations that have surpassed $100 million in yearly revenue. His previous experience includes leading owner-operator, asset and brokerage organizations such as Mercer Transportation, Bennett Motor Express, Bennett Heavy & Specialized, and Ace Doran. 

He is a longstanding member of the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) and is a member of the Defense Counterintelligence & Security Agency (DCSA) classified community.

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Executive Vice President of Operations

Tim Comstock joined BRW with what the company described as a distinguished track record in operational excellence. In his new role as BRW executive vice president of operations, Comstock will oversee the company's day-to-day operations and is charged with driving optimal performance and efficiency across all divisions of trucking, logistics, warehousing, and fulfillment. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Tim to the BRW family,” said Mike White, CFO of BRW. “His extensive experience in operations management and his commitment to driving results will be instrumental as we continue to scale our business and deliver unparalleled service to our customers nationwide.”

Comstock aims to enhance BRW's fully integrated service offerings while continuing the new momentum growth enterprise wide, further solidifying the company's reputation as a trusted partner in the supply chain industry. 

Comstock launched his career in transportation with Mercer Transportation Company, where he was responsible for more than 2,300 owner operators, truck coordinators, the OD permit department, the international department and government specialized services. After his time with Mercer, he was vice president of Eagle Freight Solutions LLC while also the logistics manager at Peregrine Transportation Company.

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