Echo Global Logistics, a leading provider of technology-driven transportation and supply chain management solutions, announced the acquisition of FreightSaver, a rapidly growing third-party logistics (3PL) provider headquartered in Huntington Beach, California, with additional offices in Park City, Utah; Rochester, Michigan; Columbus, Ohio; and Temecula, California.
Founded in 2014 by logistics industry veterans Ryan Renne and Buster Schwab, FreightSaver has quickly established itself as a fast-scaling, tech-forward 3PL known for its responsive service, robust all-in-one logistics portal, and culture of hustle and partnership. The company serves a diverse client base across Full Truckload (FTL), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Expedited, Specialized Freight, and Managed Transportation services, earning a spot on the Inc. 500 list for its impressive growth and customer commitment.
“This acquisition is a great cultural and strategic fit,” said Doug Waggoner, Chief Executive Officer at Echo. “FreightSaver has built a customer-centric, tech-enabled business that complements our strengths and accelerates our ability to deliver value through managed transportation.”
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“FreightSaver brings an outstanding reputation for hustle, transparency, and responsiveness- values that mirror Echo’s own,” said Dave Menzel, President and Chief Operating Officer at Echo. “By adding the expertise of Ryan Renne and Buster Schwab, who have a proven track record of selling Managed Transportation solutions and building strong client relationships, Echo will continue to drive growth in the Managed Transportation space.”
For FreightSaver, the acquisition represents an opportunity to scale its capabilities and deliver enhanced value to customers.
“Joining Echo is a natural next step in FreightSaver’s journey,” said Ryan Renne, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder of FreightSaver. “We’ve always focused on agility, personalized service, and long-term client relationships-values we clearly share with Echo. We’re excited for what’s ahead.”
“Echo brings the scale, resources, and vision to expand the value we deliver to our clients” said Buster Schwab, President and Co-Founder of FreightSaver. “Together, we’re positioned to deliver smarter logistics with a powerful combination of people and technology.”