Understand who Antoine is and how he impacts Chicago Intermodal everyday and understand the process of what went behind selecting Freight Ninja as the preferred parking solution for Chicago Intermodal.

October 16, 2024

Who are you and what is your title?

Antoine Peterson, General Manager, Chicago Intermodal Transportation (https://chitrans.com/)

Where are you from?

I am from Chicago, Illinois

How long have you been with Chicago Intermodal Transportation?

I have been with them since June 2021

What has been the most fulfilling task accomplished in your position with Chicago Intermodal?

I would say the most fulfilling accomplishment is adding more terminals / service centers for the company in the 3 years I’ve been here. Our customers have asked us to expand and with our model for growing we have been able to expand, take care of our customers and add on more customers to our portfolio.

What would you say has been one of the harder tasks regarding your position at Chicago Intermodal?

Multi-tasking is a part of transportation, but as General Manager it is my job to ensure everyone, drivers, staff and customers, have what they need. Sometimes it can be a bit much, but I enjoy what I do and have learned some skills that allow me to prioritize my tasks and still have a decent work life balance.

How was Freight Ninja able to provide a service you needed?

As our company expanded and opened more service centers, finding adequate space became increasingly challenging. Freight Ninja consistently provided safe and secure locations in key markets, helping us manage our loads and accommodate drivers efficiently. When costs increased, they offered competitive solutions that were unmatched in the industry. Their extensive network has also been instrumental in facilitating rapid startups in new markets, making them an essential partner in our expansion plans. Because of the trust we’ve built, Freight Ninja is one of the first calls we make when considering entering a new market.

What is life like when Antoine retires (if money wasn’t an issue)?

Travel to some of the places I have on my bucket list (Brazil, Japan, Dubai), startup djing again spinning what would be the oldies (70’s thru 2010’s) for crowds.