Our Leadership
Coach Randy Ross
Advisor to the CEO – Personnel Development/Chief of Staff
Corey P. Murphy
Advisor to the CEO – Digital/Technical Author
Randy Ross
Advisor to the CEO – Personnel Development/Chief of Staff
Coach Randy Ross has had an illustrious career in coaching, spanning over 42 consecutive years. He has gained recognition for his unwavering dedication to character development and instilling values in student athletes, as acknowledged by the NCAA.
Starting his coaching journey at the high school level, Coach Ross achieved an impressive record of 11 consecutive winning seasons. He then took his skills to the college level, joining Vanderbilt University as the DB and QB coach for three seasons. In 1990, Coach Ross was recruited to the University of Alabama, where he served under four head coaches over a span of 17 seasons.
Following his successful tenure at Alabama, Coach Ross served as the Director of Operations and Chief of Staff at both SMU and the University of Arkansas. His role in these positions allowed him to further contribute to the development and success of athletes and staff members alike. Coach Ross recently retired in 2020, culminating an extraordinary career in coaching.
Coach Randy Ross is supported by his wife, Ann Lowe Ross, a former high school guidance counselor of 45 years. Their combined years of experience and dedication to shaping the lives of young individuals have allowed them to consider themselves parents to hundreds of students throughout their teaching and coaching careers.
It is Randy and Ann’s unwavering passion to witness individuals reach their full potential that make them exemplary Advisor at Overdrive Global. Their wealth of knowledge, commitment, and ability to inspire others undoubtedly contributes to the growth and success of the organization.
Corey P Murphy
Advisor to the CEO – Digital/Technical Author
Corey Murphy is a seasoned software engineer with extensive background in software development, with notable experience in various industries, including financial services, hotel & restaurant, and transportation logistics. His diverse range of expertise has allowed him to gain valuable insights and contribute effectively in all aspects of software development, such as design, development, testing, deployment, marketing, selling, field installation, and instructional facilitation.
Corey’s unwavering enthusiasm for learning, has allowed him to continuously broaden his knowledge and involvement in all aspects of software development. Corey has extensive expertise in design, development, testing, deployment, marketing, selling, field installation, and instructional facilitation. Corey’s heart and passion make him a valuable advisor to our Overdrive Global Family.
Jim Tate
Jim Tate is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Overdrive Global LLC.
Jim’s professional journey is truly remarkable. With a commendable 26-year career as a former soldier in the Army Special Operations, and Advisor to the Army National Guard Bureau Military Academy, he brought a unique perspective and dedication to military commands, conventional and unconventional.
Following retirement, Jim served as the senior security advisor to the Honorary Consul General of Japan for Alabama, where he provided security services to elected officials within the state, the Japanese Embassy in Washington D.C., and even had the privilege of working alongside the US Secret Service during a campaign trip with Vice President Michael Pence.
In addition to his impressive military background, Jim conquered 30 years of experience in the logistics industry. His expertise spans from managing manufacturing industry logistics to advising a national brand logistics company, he managed to exceed $20 million in billing. In 2016, Jim founded Overdrive Global LLC, driven by his passion for delivering unparalleled service to clients and prioritizing their needs.
With his extensive experience managing millions in overall billing and, overseeing over 50 million miles of OTR transportation networking, Jim has proven himself to be a seasoned leader within the global industry of logistics.
What sets Jim apart is his unwavering dedication to achieving excellence. He consistently goes above and beyond, meticulously tackling every task with precision and a strong attention to detail. His commitment to fostering a positive and collaborative work environment has earned him the respect and admiration of the industry. Jim possesses the ability to inspire and motivate his team, ensuring that everyone is aligned and working towards a common goal.
Jim’s strong leadership skills, coupled with his extensive industry knowledge, allows us to grow to the next level.
Daron Walker
Senior Vice President Customer Solutions
Daron Walker, a highly accomplished Senior Vice President in the field of customer solutions. Daron brings with him a wealth of experience and a proven track record of driving success in the industrial and automotive industries.
With a background as a former Sonar Technician First Class in the United States Navy, where he served with honor for 10 years, Daron developed exceptional leadership and team-building skills. He served aboard the USS Thomas C. Hart (FF-1092) and at Fleet Training Command for the Pacific 6th Fleet.
Following his military career, Daron spent 26 years in the industrial and automotive sectors, with his most recent 18 years as a Senior Staff Engineer at the Honda Manufacturing facility in Lincoln, Alabama. During his tenure at Honda, he demonstrated a keen understanding of customer requirements and built strong relationships with key stakeholders.
Daron’s expertise in team building and customer solution awareness are invaluable asset to the organization. His energetic spirit and commitment to excellence makes him a perfect fit for our Overdrive Global Family.
Franklin Solito
President
Carrying this resilient mindset into the business world, Franklin has made a significant impact throughout his career. As a solution-driven professional, he has helped numerous companies achieve growth by setting clear goals and establishing robust infrastructures to propel them to new heights. As a highly accomplished entrepreneur, Franklin has proven time and again his ability to guide teams towards successful outcomes. His strategic vision, coupled with his dedication and determination, makes him a perfect fit for Chief Operating Officer.
Franklin’s leadership style is both empowering and motivating. He possesses a remarkable talent for inspiring those around him to perform at their best, consistently exceeding expectations and driving results. His ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment not only enhances team morale but also raises the bar for excellence.
Franklin’s unique ability to balance a strong analytical mindset with an empathetic approach makes him the perfect fit for our Overdrive Global Family.