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Press Release
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Mar 10, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, March 10, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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Sean O’Connor, the COO and newly appointed president of Lone Star Overnight (LSO™), a regional parcel delivery company with a network of 27 operating locations throughout the Southwest and Central regions, has been accepted into the Forbes Business Council, the foremost growth and networking organization for successful business owners and leaders worldwide.

O’Connor was vetted and selected by a review committee based on the depth and diversity of his experience. Criteria for acceptance include a track record of successfully impacting business growth metrics, as well as personal and professional achievements and honors.

“We are honored to welcome Sean O’Connor into the community,” said Scott Gerber, founder of Forbes Councils, the collective that includes Forbes Business Council. “Our mission with Forbes Councils is to bring together proven leaders from every industry, creating a curated, social capital-driven network that helps every member grow professionally and make an even greater impact on the business world.”

As an accepted member of the Council, O’Connor has access to a variety of exclusive opportunities designed to help him reach peak professional influence. He will connect and collaborate with other respected local leaders in a private forum and at members-only events. He will also be invited to work with a professional editorial team to share his expert insights in original business articles on Forbes.com and to contribute to published Q&A panels alongside other experts.

Finally, O’Connor will benefit from exclusive access to vetted business service partners, membership-branded marketing collateral, and the high-touch support of the Forbes Councils’ member concierge team.

“It’s a privilege to be part of the Forbes Councils and to have the opportunity to share our expertise with business leaders worldwide,” O’Connor said. “LSO is an innovator in the logistics sector, and we look forward to providing insight and guidance to other forward-thinking companies.”

ABOUT FORBES COUNCILS

Forbes Councils is a collective of invitation-only communities created in partnership with Forbes and the expert community builders who founded Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC). In Forbes Councils, exceptional business owners and leaders come together with the people and resources that can help them thrive.

To learn more about Forbes Councils, visit forbescouncils.com.

About LSO / Lone Star Overnight (LSO™)

Lone Star Overnight (LSO™) is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and, over the last 30 years, has become a leading regional parcel delivery company. LSO has a network of 27 operating locations throughout the Southwest and Central regions. Coverage area includes 100% of the population of Texas, ~65% in Oklahoma, ~80% in Louisiana and Missouri, and ~45% in Arkansas. LSO’s reach extends into parts of Kansas, Illinois, and New Mexico. LSO’s service area reaches ~13% of the USA population consisting of ~43 million people and potential e-commerce shoppers.

Media Contact
Savannah Muir
savannah@newswire.com

Source: Lone Star Overnight (LSO)

Press Release
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Jan 25, 2022

AUSTIN, Texas, January 25, 2022 (Newswire.com)
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Forecasting significant stresses on shippers and carriers, Lone Star Overnight (LSO™) is preparing now for peak shipping season 2022.

The regional shipping services company, which serves 43 million people in Texas and the south-central United States, expects the record-breaking 2021 holiday season to continue with high volumes through the second quarter of 2022. High levels of imports because of ongoing consumer demand and existing backlogs, as well as economic growth, will drive demand for shippers. Meanwhile, supply chain issues will hinder carriers seeking to improve or expand their fleets.

Those trends mean both shippers and carriers should plan now, work together and make adjustments, said Sean O’Connor, chief operating officer and president of LSO.

“Regional shippers must prepare now for sustained pressure on trucking and intermodal transportation, through the second quarter and probably well beyond,” he said. “The best thing shippers can do to maximize service and minimize cost is to finalize peak forecasts and operational implementation plans regardless of their carrier choice.” 

LSO is implementing changes based on its lessons learned from the 2021 peak season. That includes: 

• Working with shippers to ensure everyone makes plans on accurate forecasting
• Planning well ahead of time to provide services for packages LSO knows are coming
• Ensuring sufficient revenue throughout the year to be able to “ramp up” for peak season
• Considering limiting or reducing LSO’s number of clients to ensure it provides premium service 

As LSO continues to expand its service area, it also anticipates growth from shippers seeking an alternative to the industry giants. “Our customers have shared with us that they’re shifting from national shippers to LSO for three key reasons: better service, significant savings, and flexibility,” O’Connor said. “We’ll be prepared to deliver for them in peak season 2022.”

To learn more about LSO, visit www.lso.com.

About Lone Star Overnight

Lone Star Overnight (LSO™) is headquartered in Austin, Texas,  and has become a leading regional parcel delivery company during the last 30 years. LSO has a network of 27 operating locations throughout the Southwest and Central regions. Coverage area includes 100% of the population of Texas and approximately 65% in Oklahoma, 80% in Louisiana and Missouri, and 45% in Arkansas. LSO’s reach extends into parts of Kansas, Illinois, and New Mexico. LSO can deliver to 13% of the U.S. population, consisting of about 43 million people and potential e-commerce shoppers.

Media Contact
Savannah Muir
savannah@newswire.com

Source: Lone Star Overnight (LSO™)

Press Release
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Dec 14, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas, December 14, 2021 (Newswire.com)
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Austin-based regional parcel delivery company Lone Star Overnight (LSO™) has officially released an update regarding company leadership following the departure of former President and CEO Richard Metzler. Sean O’Connor, LSO’s newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, will now add President to his COO title and be responsible for guiding the company as it heads deeper into the peak of holiday delivery season.

Prior to LSO, O’Connor established himself within the industry by working a multitude of critical roles at FedEx Ground, including Regional Vice President (Eastern Region) and Vice President of Contractor Relations. O’Connor then went on to become the Chief Operating Officer at GLS (General Logistics Systems US, Inc.), before becoming the new President of LSO. With several leadership changes recently made within the company, O’Connor is stepping forward and bringing years of leadership experience in package & freight and express shipping to LSO.

“I am prepared to step into this leadership role at LSO, even during our challenging peak shipping season, which has already exceeded even last year’s record levels, and into the years ahead,” said O’Connor. “I have complete confidence in our leadership team and our dedicated employees to maintain our status as the premier shipping partner for businesses in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and our growing service regions.”

LSO has a network of 27 operating locations throughout the Southwest and Central regions, including coverage in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Missouri, Arkansas, Kansas, Illinois, and New Mexico. LSO’s delivery service area reaches roughly 43 million people per year, positioning them as a leader among regional overnight carrier companies. 

“Sean brings a wealth of logistics experience both as an operator and a leader. We could not be more excited to have him leading LSO as the business continues to aggressively expand,” said Andrew Townsend, Chairman of WeDo Logistics, in regards to the recent leadership change. 

For more information about the LSO leadership team, please visit lso.com. 

About LSO / Lone Star Overnight (LSO™)

Lone Star Overnight (LSO™) is headquartered in Austin, Texas, and, over the last 30 years, has become a leading regional parcel delivery company. LSO has a network of 27 operating locations throughout the Southwest and Central regions. Coverage area includes 100% of the population of Texas, ~65% in Oklahoma, ~80% in Louisiana and Missouri, and ~45% in Arkansas. LSO’s reach extends into parts of Kansas, Illinois and New Mexico. LSO’s service area reaches ~13% of the USA population consisting of ~43 million people and potential e-commerce shoppers.

Contact Information

Savannah Muir
savannah@newswire.com

Source: Lone Star Overnight (LSO)