Technology
EchoConnect
Built on our advanced architecture, the core of Echo's freight broker technology, EchoConnect, supports our shipper, carrier, and managed transportation solutions.
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Shipper Technology
Quote, book, ship, track, and pay with easy-to-use technology backed by experts.
EchoShip Rewards
EchoShip Resources
Sign Up for EchoShip
Carrier Technology
Search, bid, book, manage, track, and get paid all on one easy-to-use platform.
EchoDrive Preferred
Sign Up for EchoDrive
Integrations
Integrate data from your existing systems for instant, accurate information access.
EchoSync
Sign Up for EchoSync
Managed Transportation Technology
Optimize your supply chain with industry-leading transportation management technology.
Advanced Technology
Automate, integrate, and maximize efficiency with cutting-edge logistics technology.
Shippers
Freight Services
Move your business forward with Echo’s vast multimodal network and innovative technology.
Full Truckload
Less Than Truckload (LTL)
Temperature-Controlled LTL
Refrigerated Consolidation
Partial Truckload (PTL)
Intermodal Rail
International Air & Ocean
Small Parcel
Specialized
Mexico Cross-Border
Canada Cross-Border
Managed Transportation & Freight Brokerage Services
Boost reliability and flexibility by letting Echo handle the full scope of your logistics needs.
Freight Brokerage
Managed Transportation
Industries
Warehousing & Warehouse Services
Increase your warehousing footprint with year-round storage and warehouse solutions.
Warehousing
Warehouse Services
Display Building
Direct-to-Consumer
EchoShip
Quote, book, ship, track, and pay with easy-to-use technology.
EchoShip Rewards
Earn reward points when you book LTL and Truckload shipments.
Sign Up for EchoSync
Automate data exchange with Echo's integration platform.
Track a Shipment

Get a Quote
Carriers
EchoDrive
Search, bid, book, manage, track, and get paid all on one platform.
EchoDrive Preferred
Unlock discounts, immediate freight access, and partner rewards.
Become a Carrier
Join thousands of carriers moving goods more efficiently with Echo.
Sign Up for EchoDrive
Simplify load management with Echo’s flexible end-to-end digital solution.
EchoDrive Mobile
Everything you need in one easy-to-use app
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Resources
Blog
Case Studies
White Papers
Company
About Us
Echo was founded in 2005 with one objective: to simplify transportation management.
The Echo Way
Newsroom
Locations
Contact Us
Careers
Learn how each position at Echo provides exceptional service to our shippers and carriers.
Open Positions
Career Paths
Campus Recruitment
Military Recruitment
Corporate Social Responsibility
Fostering an inclusive community and a sustainable future are integral to Echo’s core values.
DEI
ESG
Sustainability

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Technology
EchoConnect
Built on our advanced architecture, the core of Echo's freight broker technology, EchoConnect, supports our shipper, carrier, and managed transportation solutions.
Learn More
Shipper Technology
Quote, book, ship, track, and pay with easy-to-use technology backed by experts.
EchoShip Rewards
EchoShip Resources
Sign Up for EchoShip
Carrier Technology
Search, bid, book, manage, track, and get paid all on one easy-to-use platform.
EchoDrive Preferred
Sign Up for EchoDrive
Integrations
Integrate data from your existing systems for instant, accurate information access.
EchoSync
Sign Up for EchoSync
Managed Transportation Technology
Optimize your supply chain with industry-leading transportation management technology.
Advanced Technology
Automate, integrate, and maximize efficiency with cutting-edge logistics technology.
Shippers
Freight Services
Move your business forward with Echo’s vast multimodal network and innovative technology.
Full Truckload
Less Than Truckload (LTL)
Temperature-Controlled LTL
Refrigerated Consolidation
Partial Truckload (PTL)
Intermodal Rail
International Air & Ocean
Small Parcel
Specialized
Mexico Cross-Border
Canada Cross-Border
Managed Transportation & Freight Brokerage Services
Boost reliability and flexibility by letting Echo handle the full scope of your logistics needs.
Freight Brokerage
Managed Transportation
Industries
Warehousing & Warehouse Services
Increase your warehousing footprint with year-round storage and warehouse solutions.
Warehousing
Warehouse Services
Display Building
Direct-to-Consumer
Track a Shipment

EchoShip
Quote, book, ship, track, and pay with easy-to-use technology.
EchoShip Rewards
Earn reward points when you book LTL and Truckload shipments.
Sign Up for EchoSync
Automate data exchange with Echo's integration platform.
Get a Quote
Carriers
EchoDrive
Search, bid, book, manage, track, and get paid all on one platform.
EchoDrive Preferred
Unlock discounts, immediate freight access, and partner rewards.
Become a Carrier
Join thousands of carriers moving goods more efficiently with Echo.
Sign Up for EchoDrive
Simplify load management with Echo’s flexible end-to-end digital solution.
EchoDrive Mobile
Everything you need in one easy-to-use app
Learn More
Resources
Blog
Case Studies
White Papers
Company
About Us
Echo was founded in 2005 with one objective: to simplify transportation management.
The Echo Way
Newsroom
Locations
Contact Us
Careers
Learn how each position at Echo provides exceptional service to our shippers and carriers.
Open Positions
Career Paths
Campus Recruitment
Military Recruitment
Corporate Social Responsibility
Fostering an inclusive community and a sustainable future are integral to Echo’s core values.
DEI
ESG
Sustainability

Dave Ardell - Senior Vice President of Carrier Operations

About

Dave Ardell has served as Senior Vice President of Carrier Operations since June of 2019. He joined Echo as Vice President of Carrier Sales in June of 2015 as part of the acquisition of Command Transportation. Over a career in freight brokerage that began in 1996, he has learned from some of the brightest minds in in the industry. Dave earned a Bachelor of Science in Marketing degree from the University of Illinois.