Bill Driegert
About Bill Driegert
Bill Driegert is the EVP, Head of Trucking at Flexport, with a background in business and engineering from institutions like MIT and The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He has held leadership roles in logistics, technology, and consumer goods industries, including positions at Uber Freight, Amazon, and PepsiCo.
Current Role at Flexport
Bill Driegert began his current role as EVP, Head of Trucking at Flexport in May 2023. Flexport is based in San Francisco, California, and specializes in global logistics. In this position, Driegert oversees trucking operations, leveraging his extensive experience in logistics and technology to enhance the company's freight and operational strategies.
Educational Background
Bill Driegert holds an impressive academic background from prestigious institutions. He achieved an MBA in Finance and Entrepreneurship from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business (2006-2009). Prior to that, he earned a Master of Engineering in Logistics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (2002-2003). Additionally, he holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in General Business and Management Information Systems from SMU Cox School of Business (1999-2002).
Professional Experience at Uber Freight
Bill Driegert served as Head of Operations and Cofounder at Uber Freight from 2016 to 2023, based in the San Francisco Bay Area. During his seven years with Uber Freight, he played a critical role in establishing and expanding the company's logistics operations. His leadership contributed significantly to the advancement of Uber's freight services, blending technology with logistics solutions.
Previous Roles in Logistics and Technology
In addition to his role at Uber Freight, Bill Driegert has held several high-level positions. He served as an Advisor at Otto and Chief Operating Officer at Pillow Homes, both in 2016 in the San Francisco Bay Area. From 2014 to 2016, he worked at Amazon as the Director of Planning and Innovation in Seattle, Washington. Earlier, he was the Chief Innovation Officer at Coyote Logistics (2006-2014) and a Solutions Architect at PepsiCo (2001-2006) in Chicago, IL. This diverse portfolio highlights his adaptability and leadership in different business environments.
Early Career and Entrepreneurship
Bill Driegert's career includes early entrepreneurial endeavors as Owner/President of Vermont SportsCar from 1997 to 1999 in Burlington, VT. His role at Vermont SportsCar demonstrates his foundational skills in business management and innovation. This experience laid the groundwork for his future successes in both the logistics and technology sectors.