Get to know our incoming drivers and shop team! If you see them around, be sure to say hi and welcome them to Nussbaum!
New Hire Drivers
Alejandro Medrano
Alejandro Medrano has been driving for two and a half years, originally getting his CDL for work as a diesel mechanic. He’s from Illinois and enjoys hanging out with his family when he’s off the road. Alejandro loves seeing scenic views while driving and dreams of visiting Australia. His favorite road snack is beef jerky, and he has a French bulldog named Bronx. Welcome to Nussbaum, Alejandro!
Dream Vacation: Australia
Tambria McBrayer
Tami McBrayer is new to trucking, having made the career switch during the pandemic. She previously worked in real estate and is originally from Ohio. In her free time, Tami enjoys trying new restaurants and is always up for a culinary adventure. Her dream vacation is a trip to the Maldives, and her favorite road treat is a cranberry truffle smoothie. Welcome to Nussbaum, Tami!
Dream Vacation: Maldives
Julie Mahoney
Julie Mahoney has been driving for 10 years, starting her journey when Uber came along and she realized how much she loved driving. Before trucking, she owned a taxi company and worked as a dog groomer in Chicago. Julie is also a passionate rose gardener. Her dream vacation is Capetown, South Africa, and one of her proudest moments was learning how to back up her truck. Her favorite snack is beef jerky, and she adores her dog, Charlie. Welcome to Nussbaum, Julie!
Dream Vacation: Capetown, South Africa
Brian Penicook
Brian Penicook has been driving for three years, drawn to the road simply because he enjoys driving. Before trucking, he worked for a fertilizer company in Piper City, Illinois. Off the road, Brian follows politics and reality TV. His dream vacation is a trip to the United Kingdom, and he fondly remembers crossing the Mackinac Bridge and visiting Salt Lake City. His favorite road snack is Reese’s Pieces. Welcome to Nussbaum, Brian!
Dream Vacation: United Kingdom
Christopher Murphy
Christopher Murphy is just three months into his trucking career, inspired by both his dad—who’s been driving for 22 years—and his girlfriend’s dad, who’s also a driver. Before trucking, Christopher worked in a factory making plastic bottles. He’s from Bowling Green, Kentucky, and enjoys watching TV and working on cars. His dream vacation is Japan, and one of his favorite experiences so far was visiting Iowa 80, the largest truck stop in the U.S. His favorite snack is a Payday bar. Welcome to Nussbaum, Christopher!
Dream Vacation: Japan
Charles Bogan
Charles Bogan has been driving for 12 years, encouraged by his family to pursue a career on the road. Before trucking, he delivered pizzas in Taylor, Texas. When he’s not driving, Charles enjoys spending time with his family. His dream vacation is a trip to Iceland, and one of his favorite memories is traveling a lot as a kid. He tries to avoid snacking while driving—a habit he’s working to break. Welcome to Nussbaum, Charles!
Dream Vacation: Iceland
Brian Robinson
Brian Robinson comes to Nussbaum with over 7 years of experience. He calls Tennessee home and is excited to be here. Welcome to Nussbaum, Brian!
