William G. Miller
William G. Miller founded Miller Industries, Inc. in 1990. The same year he acquired Challenger Wrecker Manufacturing, Holmes International and Century Wrecker Corporation. Champion Carrier Corporation was also formed in 1990 to emphasize tilt-bed car carriers. In 1991, Miller Industries purchased the Eagle product line of American Wheellift Corporation. In 1994, Miller Industries, Inc. became…
Read MoreThomas A. Tedford III
Thomas A. Tedford III has spent over 24 years in the industry starting at the age of 14 at a neighbor’s garage. Tom presently works for United Road Towing as Sr. Vice President/Partner/Executive officer. Tom is TRAA Master Tower Level 2 Certified,TRPC Light, Heavy and Special Heavy Duty Certified, Air Cushion Certified and has numerous…
Read MoreStephen B. Shinnick
Stephen B. Shinnick was born in London, England during the era of the WWII. In 1962 he went to work for the British Armed Forces; Royal Corps of Transport where he became involved in tank transporting and tank recovery. In 1965 he went into business with a lifelong friend and started G & S .…
Read MoreJames R. Poynter
James R. Poynter began his career in the towing industry in 1970 with Fender’s Wrecker Service. Sadly enough Art Fender suddenly passed away in 1973 and Rodney found himself running Fender’s. Rodney has helped develop training and educational programs for the towing industry since 1983. He has assisted in training the City of Cincinnati towing…
Read MoreRichard S. Daley
Richard S. Daley entered the towing industry in 1970 working part time on nights and weekend’s as he continued to strive to finish his high school education. He started working for A-1 Towing in 1973 successfully bought his first tow truck in 1976 and finally alongside his wife was able to purchase A-1 Towing in…
Read MoreJames L. Salentine
James L. Salentine was born into the towing industry with Ray’s Garage in Milwaukee, Wisconsin in 1936. The business was started in 1931 by Jim’s father, Ray Salentine. Jim’s dedication and love for the towing industry was definitely influenced by the honor and passion instilled through his father who Jim feels made him the man…
Read MoreGeorge D. Connolly
George D. Connolly started Connolly’s Towing in 1973 and Bob’s Towing & Recovery in 2003. He runs them as “sister” companies in the Denver metro area and specializes in light and heavy duty recoveries. George has been actively involved in the towing industry since 1973 and has held several positions on the State Board of…
Read MoreClarissa C. Powell
Clarissa Clifton Powell was born in Berea, Kentucky on July 29, 1961. She is the second of three children, having an older sister and a younger brother. Clarissa has two daughters by her previous marriage – Morgan Kathleen who is 17 years old and Taylor Anne, who is 13 years old. Both girls are still…
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