Excel Courier Observes Driver Appreciation Week 2024, September 16-20

Honoring delivery Drivers and their incredible contributions

Drivers play a pivotal role in keeping our communities connected and functioning. From delivering essential goods to transporting critical medical supplies, drivers are more than just transporters; they're essential links in the supply chain and everyday lives.

At Excel Courier, we understand the immense value that our 250+ drivers bring to our organization and the communities we serve in the Mid-Atlantic. 

To express our gratitude and appreciation, we are proud to announce our 7th annual Driver Appreciation Week, taking place from September 16th to 20th.

Explore this Article

1. Importance of Celebrating Drivers
2. Welcome Message from Chris Marchetti, CEO
3. Agenda
4. Send a Driver a Shoutout
5. Testimonials
6. Raffles
7. Meet the Driver Series

The Importance of Celebrating Drivers

Celebrating drivers is more than just a gesture of goodwill; it's a recognition of their vital contributions to our society. Here's why we believe it's crucial to honor their hard work:

• Essential Services: Drivers ensure the timely delivery of goods and services that are essential to our daily lives, from groceries and legal documents to medical supplies.
• Economic Impact: The transportation sector serves as the backbone of our economy, with drivers at the forefront of this vital industry. Their absence would cause significant disruptions in the supply chain, highlighting just how indispensable they truly are.
• Safety and Efficiency: Drivers expertly maneuver through intricate routes and diverse environments to guarantee secure and efficient deliveries, often facing demanding conditions. Their quick decision-making, expertise in safe handling practices, and commitment to confidentiality highlight the multifaceted nature of their crucial responsibilities.
• Community Connection: Drivers connect our communities, allowing businesses to function seamlessly and individuals to access crucial resources. They enable us to concentrate on what truly matters without the concerns of bridging the gap between production and delivery.

Kicking Off The Week With A Message from Chris Marchetti, CEO

Driver Appreciation Week Agenda

Join us for a week of festivities and recognition as we celebrate our incredible drivers. Here's a glimpse of what's coming:

• Multiple Daily Raffles (including pairs of football tickets)
• Giveaways
• Driver Stories
• Client Shoutouts
• Pizza parties

Throughout the week, we will also share inspiring stories, highlight the challenges and rewards of being a driver, and encourage our community to express their gratitude for these hardworking individuals. Let's come together to celebrate our drivers and show them that their contributions are truly valued.

We'll add updates to this blog throughout the week, but you can also follow us in real time on our social accounts. 

Send a driver a shoutout!

Testimonials: See What Our Clients Have to Say About Our Drivers

We're excited to share some fantastic client testimonials about our incredible team. Drivers are the face, heart, and soul of Excel Courier, going the extra mile every day to provide reliable delivery service and create meaningful connections with our clients and the community. 

Raffle: Drum Roll, Please! 

Every day this week, we're raffling off gifts to our fleet of around 250 drivers. We're giving away items like JBL speakers, Roku Stick, Commander and Ravens football club-level tickets, and more!

Monday, September 16 - presented by Chris Marchetti, CEO and Ryan Cooper, Operations Manager

Tuesday, September 17 - presented by Leo Marchetti, Driver Manager, and Malik Couch, Driver Recruiter

Meet the Driver Series

Excel Courier drivers are a diverse group, each with their own unique story and experiences. There's more to person behind the uniform. Our Meet the Driver series offers you a chance to get to know some of the people you interact with daily, providing a glimpse into their lives and backgrounds.