Three XPO Leaders Named 2025 “Pros to Know” by Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine

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XPO (NYSE: XPO), a leading freight transportation provider in North America, announced that three of its leaders have been named 2025 'Pros to Know' by Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine (SDCE), marking the fifth consecutive year of XPO employee recognition by the publication.

The honored leaders include:

• Maura Holcomb (Rising Star) - Vice President of Enterprise Sales
• Rob Harding (Top Transportation Innovator) - Senior Director of Quality
• Shawn Besharse (Leaders in Excellence) - Vice President, Gulf Region

CEO Mario Harik praised the recipients for their dedication to delivering world-class customer service and supporting colleagues, highlighting their contribution to XPO's competitive advantage.

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GREENWICH, Conn., March 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XPO (NYSE: XPO), a leading provider of freight transportation in North America, announced today that three of its leaders have been named 2025 “Pros to Know” by Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine (SDCE). This is the fifth consecutive year that XPO employees have been recognized by SDCE for their outstanding work in the freight transportation industry.

This year’s recipients from XPO are:

• Maura Holcomb (Rising Star), vice president, enterprise sales, who leads the relationship with some of XPO’s largest customers and plays a vital role sourcing new business and mentoring junior colleagues.
• Rob Harding (Top Transportation Innovator), senior director, quality, who has spearheaded significant operational initiatives that have helped XPO deliver record service quality for customers.
• Shawn Besharse (Leaders in Excellence), vice president, Gulf Region, who partners with frontline employees to drive continuous improvement and ensure that his team delivers the exceptional service that XPO’s customers expect.
  

Mario Harik, chief executive officer of XPO, said, “We are proud of Maura, Rob and Shawn’s recognition and are thankful for their continued dedication to XPO. Their leadership in delivering world-class service for our customers and exceptional support for colleagues helps to set XPO apart.”

About XPO

XPO, Inc. (NYSE: XPO) is a leader in asset-based less-than-truckload (LTL) freight transportation in North America. The company’s customer-focused organization efficiently moves 18 billion pounds of freight per year, enabled by its proprietary technology. XPO serves approximately 55,000 customers with 614 locations and 38,000 employees in North America and Europe, and is headquartered in Greenwich, Conn., USA. Visit xpo.com for more information, and connect with XPO on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube. 

Media Contact 
Cole Horton 
+1 203-609-6004 
cole.horton@xpo.com  

Cole Horton 

+1 203-609-6004 

cole.horton@xpo.com  

FAQ

How many XPO leaders were named in SDCE's 2025 Pros to Know list?

Three XPO leaders were named in the 2025 Pros to Know list: Maura Holcomb, Rob Harding, and Shawn Besharse.

What categories did XPO's leaders win in SDCE's 2025 Pros to Know awards?

The winners were recognized in three categories: Rising Star (Maura Holcomb), Top Transportation Innovator (Rob Harding), and Leaders in Excellence (Shawn Besharse).

How long has XPO been receiving recognition in SDCE's Pros to Know awards?

XPO employees have been recognized by Supply & Demand Chain Executive Magazine for five consecutive years.

What roles do the XPO 2025 Pros to Know winners hold within the company?

The winners hold leadership positions: Vice President of Enterprise Sales, Senior Director of Quality, and Vice President of Gulf Region.