TQL Opens New Office in Chattanooga's Freight Alley

Total Quality Logistics (TQL) has opened a new office right in the heart of Chattanooga, known as Freight Alley. Here's what you need to know:

• Location and Jobs: The firm has taken over a space on the 14th floor of the Truist Building at 736 Market St. They're on a hiring spree, planning to add 80 to 100 jobs.
• Why Chattanooga?: Known for its strategic location, the city offers a rich talent pool and excellent transport links—perfect for a logistics giant like TQL.

Expansion and Impact

• Growing Team: With already over 9,000 employees nationwide, TQL’s new office is part of a larger plan to deepen its roots in Tennessee.
• Local Influence: This move is attractive due to Chattanooga's reputation as a logistics powerhouse. FreightCaviar learned a lot about the region's growth and history of logistics in a tour with Ted Alling, former CEO of Access America.

Industry Insights

• Freight Alley: Chattanooga is cementing its place as a critical logistics node. CEO Craig Fuller of FreightWaves says, "I think logistics are driving our entrepreneurial and startup economy here in Chattanooga, which is why we have called this Freight Alley." 
• Competitive Edge: TQL joins a fierce market, with Chattanooga hosting 14 of the top 20 fastest-growing logistics firms.

What’s Next?

With Chattanooga attracting so many logistics businesses and talent, many are wondering what TQL can offer to set themselves apart. Especially with their robust non-competes, TQL may not be able to pull in the top talent from its competition.

Source: Times Free Press