Transfix

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Transfix is a company that operates an on-demand shipping marketplace and mobile app for manufacturers and distributors. The company provides technology and brokerage services to independent truck drivers and small carriers.

TypePrivate
Founded2013
HQNew York, NY, USMap
Websitetransfix.io
Employee Ratings4More
Overall CultureFMore
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Employees (est.) (Mar 2021)234(-4%)
Cybersecurity ratingAMore

Key People/Management at Transfix

Drew McElroy

Drew McElroy

Co-Founder & Chairman of the Board
Lily Shen

Lily Shen

Chief Executive Officer & President
Jonathan Salama

Jonathan Salama

Co-Founder & Chief Technology Officer
Christian Lee

Christian Lee

Chief Financial Officer
Sophie Dabbs

Sophie Dabbs

Chief Commercial Officer
Mike Brittain

Mike Brittain

VP of Engineering
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Transfix Office Locations

Transfix has an office in New York
New York, NY, US (HQ)
498 7th Ave 19th Floor
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Transfix Financials and Metrics

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Founding Date

2013

Transfix total Funding

$78 m

Transfix latest funding size

$42 m

Time since last funding

4 years ago

Transfix investors

New Enterprise Associates, Expansion Venture Capital, Paul Sethi, Founder Collective, Deep Fork Capital, Bowery Capital, Ben Narasin, Thayer Street Partners, Corigin Ventures, Charge Ventures, Canvas Ventures, Lerer Hippeau Ventures, Michael Bryzek, Carter Reum
Transfix's latest funding round in July 2017 was reported to be $42 m. In total, Transfix has raised $78 m
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Transfix Cybersecurity Score

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A

93/100

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Transfix Company Culture

  • Overall Culture

    F

    34/100

  • CEO Rating

    B

    75/100

  • Compensation

    F

    28/100

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Transfix News and Updates

September 07, 2021

Transfix Strengthens Leadership Team - Appoints Nicholas Smolansky As General Counsel

NEW YORK, Sept. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Transfix Inc., a leading transportation solutions provider that is reshaping the future of freight through its digital platform and best-in-class carrier network, announced today that Nicholas Smolansky has joined as General Counsel and Corporate...
August 27, 2021

Transfix Launches "TransFIX My Rig" Sweepstakes for Truck Drivers Nationwide

NEW YORK, Aug. 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Transfix Inc., a leading transportation solutions provider, today announced the "TransFIX My Rig" sweepstakes. Drivers nationwide can enter into the sweepstakes for a chance to win a cab renovation by Jason Cameron, of CBS' "Secret Celebrity...
August 24, 2021

Transfix Expands Footprint with New Office in Downtown Atlanta

NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Transfix Inc., a leading transportation solutions provider, today announced the opening of a new office in Atlanta, Georgia, a burgeoning hub for technology and logistics, and an epicenter for the movement and distribution of freight. "This...
April 08, 2021

Carve Communications Named as Public Relations Agency of Record for Transfix, Industry Leader in Transportation Logistics

MIAMI, April 8, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Carve Communications today announced it has been named public relations agency of record for Transfix, a leading transportation solutions provider that is reshaping the future of freight through its digital platform and best-in-class carrier network....
March 18, 2020

Buzzy trucking startup Transfix shuffles leadership, names new CEO as brokers suffer amid freight recession

Former Transfix CEO Drew McElroy, who co-founded the freight-brokerage startup in 2013, stepped down from the top role on Friday. He's now chair of the board.  Lily Shen, who was COO and president, took over the role last week. As other digital freight marketplaces report layoffs, Transfix's emplo…
March 06, 2019

Surprise Billing Debate Continues to Transfix State and Federal Policy Makers

NEW YORK, March 6, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- FAIR Health today released a brief intended to increase clarity about the implications of various legislative choices related to surprise billing—a subject of intense debate on the state and federal level. Entitled Teasing Apart the Threads to the...
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Transfix Blogs

September 21, 2021

Press Release – Transfix to Merge with G Squared Ascend I

Following two successful years, the veteran executive expands her leadership role as Transfix charts an aggressive growth trajectory
September 21, 2021

Transfix Accelerates into the Fast Lane

Announcing our Plans to Go Public Through a Merger with G Squared Ascend I, Inc. …
September 21, 2021

WSJ: Digital Freight Startup Transfix Going Public in SPAC Deal

Following two successful years, the veteran executive expands her leadership role as Transfix charts an aggressive growth trajectory
September 20, 2021

Transfix Take: Weekly Market Update (Sept. 20)

It’s Here! Peak Season Already Causing Supply Chain Adjustments There are 66 container ships parked…
September 13, 2021

Transfix Take: Weekly Market Update (Sept. 13)

September Capacity Tightens More drivers hit the road coming off Labor Day weekend, bringing much-needed…
September 08, 2021

Transfix Strengthens Leadership Team – Appoints Nicholas Smolansky as General Counsel

Following two successful years, the veteran executive expands her leadership role as Transfix charts an aggressive growth trajectory
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 Transfix Frequently Asked Questions

  • When was Transfix founded?

    Transfix was founded in 2013.

  • Who are Transfix key executives?

    Transfix's key executives are Drew McElroy, Lily Shen and Jonathan Salama.

  • How many employees does Transfix have?

    Transfix has 234 employees.

  • Who are Transfix competitors?

    Competitors of Transfix include Convoy, Trucker Path and Airways Freight.

  • Where is Transfix headquarters?

    Transfix headquarters is located at 498 7th Ave 19th Floor, New York.

  • Where are Transfix offices?

    Transfix has an office in New York.

  • How many offices does Transfix have?

    Transfix has 1 office.