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TOTE Group Announces Appointment of New Chief Financial Officer

TOTE Group announces Jason Grear, CPA, as Chief Financial Officer. Grear brings 20+ years of accounting and finance experience to the organization.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 22, 2025 — TOTE Group, a recognized leader in transportation and logistics overseeing some of the most trusted companies in the U.S., announced the appointment of Jason Grear, CPA, as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective today. Grear brings over 20 years of accounting and finance experience to the organization.  

“Beyond Jason’s impressive credentials, what stood out most was his collaborative approach, people-first mindset, and shared commitment to our values,” said Tim Nolan, President and CEO of TOTE Group. “We’re excited to welcome Jason to our leadership team and look forward to the impact he will make on our organization.”

As CFO, Grear will lead the TOTE financial organization, helping to drive long-term vision, stability, and performance, while partnering across all business units to support strategic decision-making.

In his previous roles as Chief Accounting Officer and EVP of Accounting and Finance for U.S. Xpress, Grear provided pivotal leadership in taking U.S. Xpress public in 2018 and in the acquisition of U.S. Xpress by Knight Swift in 2023. Before joining U.S. Xpress, Jason had over 12 years of public accounting experience, most recently as a senior manager at EY.

About TOTE Group

TOTE Group is a recognized leader in transportation and logistics, overseeing some of the most trusted companies in the U.S. Guided by a commitment to reliable and superior service, we support our customers and communities through safe and efficient operations. Our organization is made up of independently operated companies across four key business lines: Maritime, Terminals, Services, and Logistics. These businesses are united by shared values of Safety, Commitment, and Integrity. From shipbuilding and vessel management to terminal operations and end-to-end logistics, we seamlessly connect our customers with innovative, high-quality solutions. Learn more: TOTEGroup.com.

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