# FreightVana

> Power-Only Brokerage · Phoenix, AZ · Founded 2021

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**Last updated:** 2026-05-08

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## Key facts

- Founded 2021 · headquartered in Phoenix, AZ
- Privately held
- FMCSA broker authority: **ACTIVE** (MC-1195643)
- #97 on Transport Topics Top 100 (2026)
- Gross revenue: $155M per Transport Topics 2026
- Primary freight modes: Dry Van

## About

FreightVana is a tech-forward power-only freight brokerage founded in 2021 by former Knight-Swift Transportation executives Shannon Breen and John Gamero (Co-CEOs), headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and ranked #97 on the Transport Topics 2026 Top 100 with $155 million in gross revenue and $20 million in net revenue (12.9% net margin). The leadership team also includes Don Everhart (CTO) and Lars Ward (VP Business Development), all from Knight-Swift backgrounds.

Per Transport Topics 2026, FreightVana moves dry van truckload as a primary mode, with active reefer, flatbed/heavy haul, and air/expedited. The company's distinctive model is power-only brokerage — FreightVana owns the trailer pool (1,000+ trailers) and brokers power capacity to carriers, providing drop-trailer pool capacity across Southern California, Arizona, Nevada, and increasingly nationwide.

For shippers evaluating FreightVana, the strongest fit is high-volume drop-trailer programs in the Southwest expanding to nationwide — particularly retail, manufacturing, and CPG shippers who benefit from drop-and-hook efficiency vs. live-load operations. The fast-growing tech-forward model is differentiated in a market dominated by traditional non-asset brokers; the trade-off is a younger company (founded 2021) with shorter operating history than peers.

## Load types

| Mode | Status |
|---|---|
| Dry Van TL | ● Primary |
| Refrigerated | ✓ Active |
| LTL | Not offered |
| Intermodal | Not offered |
| Flatbed | ✓ Active |
| Air / Expedited | ✓ Active |
| Bulk / Tank | Not offered |
| Parcel | Not offered |

Source: Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerages, 2026

## FMCSA & Licensing

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MC Number | MC-1195643 |
| USDOT Number | USDOT 3560480 |
| Broker Authority | ● ACTIVE |
| Surety Bond | $75,000 BMC-84 · On File |

Verify status: https://li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov

## Coverage

United States — nationwide coverage with power-only brokerage

**Strongest lanes:**

- Southwest → National
- Phoenix → Los Angeles
- Arizona → Texas

## Pros & Cons

**What shippers like:**

- Differentiated power-only brokerage model with 1,000+ owned trailers — drop-trailer pool capacity for shippers needing drop-and-hook efficiency
- Top-100 Transport Topics ranking achieved within 5 years of founding — fast growth trajectory
- Founded by Knight-Swift executives with deep operational and technology pedigree
- Tech-forward model with API integration and instant quoting capability

**Common complaints:**

- Founded 2021 — shorter operating history than most Top 100 brokers
- Power-only model best suited for drop-trailer programs; shippers needing live-load brokerage may find traditional brokers a better fit
- Geographic density still concentrated in Southwest (Arizona, Southern California, Nevada) with national expansion in progress
- No LTL, intermodal, or cross-border capability disclosed

## FAQ

### Is FreightVana licensed and bonded as a freight broker?

Freightvana Logistics Inc holds active FMCSA broker authority MC-1195643 / USDOT 3560480 with a $75,000 BMC-84 surety bond on file. Founded 2021 by former Knight-Swift executives. Verify at li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov.

### What types of freight does FreightVana handle?

Per Transport Topics 2026, FreightVana moves dry van TL as primary, with active reefer, flatbed/heavy haul, and air/expedited. Distinctive power-only brokerage model with 1,000+ owned drop trailers; no LTL or intermodal.

### How do FreightVana's rates compare to other freight brokers?

FreightVana reported $155M gross / $20M net revenue (12.9% net margin) for Transport Topics 2026. Most cost-competitive on drop-trailer programs in Southwest expanding to national. Benchmark on ShipperGuide before committing.

## Best for

High-volume drop-trailer shippers in the Southwest expanding nationwide — particularly retail, manufacturing, and CPG programs that benefit from drop-and-hook efficiency over live-load operations.

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## Sources

- Revenue and ranking: Transport Topics Top 100 Freight Brokerages (annual list)
- FMCSA licensing: li-public.fmcsa.dot.gov — broker authority status verified at publication where possible
- Reviews: G2, Trustpilot, Google Business — shipper reviews only
- Listing assembled from public records. Brokers can claim/update via directory@shipperguide.com