About Us

Our business is about serving you, but here you can learn a bit more about us. Here you'll learn more about our humble beginnings, our values, and our mission.

20+ Years of Building Trusted Partnerships

The R&S Difference

Everyone says “partnership is important,” but for us, business is more than just signing a contract. It’s vital that our relationships are built on trust and solutions that will last. We are young people in an old person’s game, which makes us hungry for the supply chain problems that don’t fit in the box (pun intended). 

Sure, we can handle the straightforward warehousing and fulfillment operations, and we’re going to do so extremely well, but we can also take the hard stuff. 

We’re problem solvers and logistics experts with a passion for taking on the projects no one else will.

Our Mission Statement

R&S pursues trust with our employees and customers so that you can focus on what matters, and we can grow together.

Team meeting inside a 3PL warehouse in Knoxville, Tennessee, discussing logistics and supply chain solutions.

Our Vision Statement

Three team members fist-bumping in a Tennessee 3PL warehouse with a forklift in the background, symbolizing teamwork and logistics efficiency.

Our Core Values

Tenacity: See the need, fill the need, and stick with it until it’s done right.

Agility: Be sharp, be clever; reliability through adaptability.

Stewardship: Take care of our customer's goods as if they were our own.

Being Invested: People and relationships matter most.

Gratitude: Being thankful for the opportunity to serve teammates, the customer, and the company

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Endorsements & Recommendations

Discover the genuine voices of our valued partners as they share their experiences with our services. We take immense pride in the relationships we’ve built, and these testimonials are a testament to the satisfaction and confidence of those who have chosen us. We employ dedicated staff members focused on continuous improvement and obtaining certifications.

Our Story

R&S began as a small local freight forwarding company with a vision to streamline logistics operations and provide unparalleled customer service. Over the decades, we have expanded our services, embraced technological advancements, and navigated through the challenges of an ever-changing economic landscape.

Drone view of the original 20,000-square-foot warehouse in Loudon, Tennessee, where our logistics journey began in 2001.

2001

Our story began in 2001 with a 20,000-square-foot warehouse in Loudon, Tennessee.

Rail-access warehouse in Tennessee with railway freight loading and unloading capabilities, added in 2004 to expand storage and logistics services.

2004

In 2004, we built a 20,000-square-foot addition to increase our storage capacity. We also added loading and unloading railway freight to our services.​

Southeast 3PL logistics and trucking services, featuring brokerage and asset-based trucking for just-in-time deliveries, added in 2006.

2006

In 2006, we added a brokerage division along with asset-based trucking for just-in-time deliveries.

Pharmaceutical logistics operations in Tennessee, showcasing specialized 3PL warehousing and distribution services developed between 2007 and 2009.

2007 - 2009

From 2007 to 2009, we developed specializations in the food, pharmaceutical, automotive, chemical, and biomass industries.

ISO 9001-certified 3PL warehouse in Tennessee, demonstrating commitment to quality management and logistics excellence.

2011

As part of our ongoing commitment to quality management, our first location received an ISO 9001 certification.

"Skyline view representing business expansion into Indianapolis and Nashville, marking significant growth in our 3PL customer base.

2012-2018

During this period, we experienced significant growth, expanding our customer base to include clients in Indianapolis and Nashville.

ISO 14001-certified 3PL facility in Tennessee, highlighting environmental management and sustainability in logistics.

2020

Continuing to improve our facilities and processes with environmental stewardship, another location received an ISO 140001 certification.

Drone view of the Georgia Ports Authority Ocean Terminal in Savannah, GA, with cargo vessels loading and unloading containers.

2021

Like many businesses in 2020-2021, we were profoundly impacted by COVID-19. With an increased emphasis on the supply chain, we secured a crucial new warehouse location at the port of Savannah, Georgia.

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Present

Since 2021, we have secured several new locations in Morristown, Tennessee. With these additions, we now offer 2 million square feet (and growing!) of warehouse space for our customers.

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Looking Ahead

Looking ahead, we will continue expanding our team, partnering with local businesses and communities, and remaining committed to serving our customers.

Looking Ahead

Looking ahead, we will continue expanding our team, partnering with local businesses and communities, and remaining committed to serving our customers.

The R&S Logistics team cheering together inside a Knoxville warehouse, representing top warehousing and storage solutions in the Southeast.

Meet the R&S Team

Portrait of Joe Michalik, President & COO of R&S Logistics, leading warehousing and fulfillment operations.

Joe Michalik

President, COO

Since 2011, Joe Michalik has held the position of Chief Executive Officer at R&S Logistics. He graduated from The University of Tennessee with a major in economics and a minor in business administration. Joe’s expertise encompasses construction, crane, and tracking, along with valuable experience building enduring relationships with clients in property management.
Portrait of Landon Pyle, Vice President of Business Development at R&S Logistics, specializing in strategic growth and client partnerships.

Landon Pyle

VP of Business Development

Landon Pyle has served as the Director of Business Development since joining the team in 2016. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Johnson University and is dedicated to finding the right solutions for challenging issues. He quite literally thinks outside the box to handle non-standard freight loads.

Portrait of Bobby Taylor, Vice President of Customer Relations at R&S Logistics, focused on client satisfaction and service excellence.

Bobby Taylor

VP Of Customer Relations

Bobby has been the Operations and Transportation Manager at R&S Logistics since 2012, having graduated from the University of Tennessee with a dual major in marketing and supply chain management. Prior to joining R&S, he worked with Fortune 500 companies in automotive and consumer goods. He is passionate about fostering growth and building strong connections with people.

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Matt McMurray

VP of Operations

Since 2018, Matt McMurray has held the position of Director of Operations at R&S Logistics. He holds a bachelor’s degree in supply chain management and a global supply chain executive master’s of business administration from The University of Tennessee. With over 10 years of experience leading teams in the distribution and warehousing space, he is prepared to lead teams towards success and scalable growth.
Portrait of Frank Rimshaw, ISO Quality and Environmental Manager at R&S Logistics, ensuring regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

Frank Rimshaw

CQE, CQA, CSSBB, CQM,
ISO Quality & Environmental Manager; Regulatory Compliance

Portrait of Garrett Dykstra, Director of Continuous Improvement at R&S Logistics, focused on optimizing efficiency and innovation in logistics operations.

Garrett Dykstra

Director of Continuous Improvement

Portrait of Trysten Sherwood, Human Resources Manager at R&S Logistics, overseeing employee relations and workforce development.

Trysten Sherwood

Human Resources Manager

Portrait of Jeffrey Cochran, Systems Analyst at R&S Logistics, specializing in logistics technology and data optimization.

Jeffrey Cochran

Senior Systems Analyst

Portrait of Aaron Powell, Accounting Manager at R&S Logistics, overseeing financial operations and reporting.

Aaron Powell

Accounting Manager

Portrait of David Schmid, Founder of R&S Logistics, a visionary leader in the warehousing and 3PL industry.

David Schmid

Founder, R&S

Portrait of Sandi Banister, Executive Administrator at R&S Logistics, supporting leadership and company operations.

Sandi Banister

Executive Administrator, R&S

Commerce

We are honored to partner with the following area Chambers of Commerce.

Knoxville Tennessee Chamber of Commerce, Knoxville Chamber of Commerce, Knoxville Chamber of Commerce businesses
Loudon Tennessee County Chamber business
Morristown Tennessee chamber of commerce business
Anderson County Tennessee Chamber of Commerce business
Athens, Tennessee Chamber of Commerce business
Blount County Tennessee Partnership business
Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce business
Monroe County Chamber of Commerce business

Memberships

We are pleased to be a part of the following memberships. 

Affiliations

We are a proud affiliate of the following organizations.

University of Tennessee Knoxville business partner
American Chemistry Council member
National Association of Manufacturers member

Partnerships

We are a preferred & trusted partner with these 4PL brokers.

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