Celebrating Excellence: Central States Drivers Honored for Safety, Service, and Dedication

Central States takes immense pride in the dedication, professionalism, and safety-first mindset of our employee-owner drivers. Each quarter, our Star Program celebrates those who go above and beyond, reaching major mileage milestones that reflect not just distance—but commitment, consistency, and care.

For Q3 of 2025, we recognize the following drivers for their outstanding achievements:

🚛 100,000 Miles Milestone

These drivers have demonstrated exceptional performance and reliability, reaching the 100,000-mile mark with no safety incidents:

  • Jose Peralta – Lowell, AR
  • Jesus Menjivar-Monge – Lowell, AR
  • Ted Holliday – Hartford, SD
  • Michael Rainer – Cedar Hill, TX
  • Ryan Latdrik – Lowell, AR
  • John Rhodes – Cedar Hill, TX
  • Wilson Wren – Cedar Hill, TX
  • Michael Mullen – Seguin, TX

🚛🚛 250,000 Miles Milestone

These drivers have achieved a quarter-million miles of safe, dependable driving exemplifying what it means to be a Central States Star:

  • Jacobo Cesenas – Lowell, AR
  • Hector Hernandez – St. Peters, MO

🏆 1,000,000 Miles Milestone

This driver is being recognized for a truly elite achievement: one million miles driven with precision, safety, and pride. We salute:

  • Daniel Kinne – Lowell, AR

Daniel’s milestone is a testament to years of dedication and excellence behind the wheel. Congratulations on joining the million-mile club!

A Word of Thanks

“Our Central States drivers are the faces of our company,” said Eder Garcia, Central States Supply Chain Vice President.  “Their commitment to safety, reliability, and professionalism is unmatched, and this recognition is a testament to the miles of excellence they deliver every day. They continue to set the standard for what it means to serve with pride.”

To all our recognized drivers: thank you for your hard work, your professionalism, and your commitment to keeping our roads safe and our customers satisfied. You are the heartbeat of Central States, and we are proud to celebrate your success.

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