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Bruce Negri JTS WINS 2011 CALIFORNIA FAMILY BUSINESS AWARD Fresno, CA - January 25, 2011 - JTS (Johanson Transportation Service), a leading third-party supply chain provider, was awarded the 22nd annual California Family Business Award in a ceremony hosted by the Institute for Family Business and The Business Journal. Johanson Transportation Service was founded in 1971 by World War II veteran Richard Johanson. His son, Larry Johanson started working there part-time in 1972, taking the reins as president upon Richard’s retirement in 1989. A third generation, Larry’s daughter Amanda Johanson, works in logistics and supply chain management for the company. The company was among ten finalists for the California Family Business Award. Businesses were nominated based on criteria including longevity, implementing innovative strategies, incorporating family into the business, instituting a succession plan and contributing to the community. Johanson Transportation Service received the award before a crowd of nearly 200 people during a dinner ceremony at the Fresno Convention Center Exhibit Hall. Johanson family patriarch Richard Johanson was on hand to accept the award. “We are proud to do our small part in establishing the legitimacy and importance of family businesses in this economy,” said Richard Johanson. About JTS (Johanson Transportation Service) JTS is a third-party logistics provider, NVOCC and licensed ocean freight forwarder helping companies manage their supply chain with Justified Timely Solutions(R) that exceed their unique business challenges. Providing unmatched service at a fair price, JTS offers customized freight solutions including: dry and temperature-controlled TL, LTL, ocean and air; rail/intermodal; and comprehensive importing/exporting solutions with one point of contact. JTS adds value with logistics management, consulting and state-of-the-art technology systems with real-time online tools to facilitate seamless supply-chain communications for its customers. JTS is headquartered in Fresno, CA and has six regional offices in North America: Sacramento, CA; Tigard, OR; Salem, OR; Madison, WI; Denville, NJ; and, Orange Park, FL. www.johansontrans.com FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Bruce Negri, Senior VP (800) 742-2053
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