On February 28th, 2017, Daseke officially become a publicly traded company under Nasdaq. Don Daseke joined BNN for an interview where he discusses going public and being ready to help rebuild America’s infrastructure. See this story about Daseke going public at BNN.com.
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Don Daseke and Dan Hennessy Join Nasdaq on Facebook Live
Tuesday, February 28th marks the day that Daseke officially becomes a publicly traded company as DSKE and DSKEW. This is the first new offering of a publicly traded new trucking company since 2010. Don Daseke and Dan Hennessy joined Nasdaq for an interview on Facebook Live during one of the Nasdaq events in New York […]
Daseke, Inc. and Hennessy Capital Acquisition Corp. II Announce Closing of Merger Transaction
Daseke, Inc. Becomes a Public Company, Trading on Nasdaq Under Ticker “DSKE” to Commence on February 28, 2017 ADDISON AND HOUSTON, TEXAS – Feb. 27, 2017 – Daseke, Inc. (“Daseke”) and Hennessy Capital Acquisition Corp. II (NASDAQ: HCAC, HCACU, HCACW) (“HCAC” or the “Company”) today announced the closing of their previously announced business combination. The […]
Dallas Business Journal: Fast-Growing Addison Trucking Company’s Next Stop: Wall Street
In choosing to go public, The executives of one of the fastest-growing companies in North Texas got the idea for their latest business move from a Twinkie. ¶ Hostess, the maker of the famous snack, executed what’s known today in Wall Street’s financial engineering rooms as a “SPAC”, or special purpose acquisition, to go public. ¶ The […]
Daseke Milestones 2016
2016 was a highly eventful year for Daseke, which proves again how there is no such thing as a “typical year” for the company. 2016 was full of exciting news, accomplishments, and inspiring stories about drivers, employees and companies in the Daseke family. Not only was Daseke awarded as a whole in the trucking industry, but individual companies in […]
Wreaths Across America 2016: Daseke Drivers Deliver Wreaths to Honor Veterans
This December, several Daseke drivers volunteered to deliver wreaths to veterans’ cemeteries all over the country. These wreaths were then placed on the graves to remember the veterans’ lives, honor their service and teach the value of freedom. The laying of wreaths is made possible by the Wreaths Across America volunteers, who donate the wreaths, and the truck […]
Trucks.com Analyzes Merger & Acquisition Industry Trends
New, larger companies are better prepared to successfully navigate upcoming legislation, meet changing demands and tackle logistical challenges quickly and efficiently. However, these large-scale consolidations have some concerned about competition, jobs and customer service. An article recently published by Trucks.com explores these consolidations and mentions how XPO reduced jobs at Con-way after buying the company. […]
Daseke #1 Flatbed/Specialized Carrier in the CCJ Top 250 Rankings; Rises in Overall Rankings
Daseke, Inc. uses strategic partnerships to grow revenue and climb the CCJ Top 250 rankings. This month, Commercial Carrier Journal released its 2016 rankings of North America’s Top 250 carriers. These carriers are selected based on a variety of metrics, including revenue, number of drivers and overall size, to name a few. Daseke Inc.’s commitment to its core philosophy of strategic […]
Daseke Continues To Climb Transport Topics Top 100 List
Jumps Five Spots to No. 44 The growth curve has not slowed at Daseke Inc., as the company marked a 19.5 percent increase during the calendar year and propelled Daseke to No. 44 on the Transport Topics 2016 Top 100 For-Hire Carrier List. That was a five-position jump for the company against all carriers; it […]
Cheryl Hall: Trying to move a Triton Sub or Boeing aircraft wing? Don Daseke has a deal for you
ADDISON — Eight years ago, the largest truck Don Daseke had ever been in was a pickup. He didn’t know the difference between an 18-wheeler and a flatbed — and he didn’t care. He does now. Since 2008, Daseke (pronounced dass-key) has purchased nine privately owned specialty trucking companies spread from the Pacific Northwest to […]