Trinity Logistics Announces Winner of Innovative Sales Competition at Iowa State University

Trinity Logistics, a leading logistics solutions provider, is proud to announce Bree Severn as the winner of the Ivy Sales Forum’s sales competition held in collaboration with Iowa State University. This competition is an integral part of Trinity’s commitment to fostering talent and contributing to the real-world education of future sales professionals. 

Throughout the semester, Trinity Logistics actively participated in shaping the Ivy Sales Forum’s curriculum, ensuring that it provides students with a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical sales experience. The 50 students enrolled in the courses benefited from Trinity’s guidance, gaining insights that will shape their careers in sales. 

The sales competition, a two-part challenge designed to provide hands-on experience, involved students engaging with members of Trinity’s Leadership in simulated scenarios. The first part required students to pitch the value of Trinity Logistics to a hypothetical “shipper” and secure a follow-up meeting. In the second part of the competition, students showcased their negotiation skills to close a deal during the follow-up. Students were judged by Trinity Logistics and Professor Raj Agnihotri.

“It has been such an amazing experience working with Dr. Raj and his students,” said Kelsey Brown, Director of Sales at Trinity Logistics’s Iowa Regional Service Center. “The commitment to excellence and excitement they bring to both the class and competition has helped me see our industry through new eyes again. A top-notch sales program!”

Bree Severn was chosen as the winner of the sales competition for her tenacious sales disposition, warm and genuine approach, as well as overall preparedness. Bree is a junior pursuing a double major in Marketing and Management at Iowa State. Bree was awarded a prestigious trophy by Trinity Logistics to recognize her outstanding achievement and growth. Additionally, she was offered a summer internship with Trinity, however she has plans to study abroad in Greece during her break. 

“I am beyond grateful for this experience with the Ivy Sales Forum and Trinity Logistics,” said Bree. “Through this sales competition, I learned more about the logistics industry, the sales process, and the value of relationship building. I want to thank Kelsey Brown, Raj Agnihotri, the Trinity Logistics Team, and my classmates for pushing me out of my comfort zone and believing in me along the way.”

Trinity Logistics continues to be an active participant in the Ivy Sales Forum, contributing to the development of future business professionals through experiential learning opportunities.

About Trinity Logistics

Trinity Logistics is a Burris Logistics Company, offering People-Centric Freight Solutions®. Our mission is to deliver creative logistics solutions through a mix of human ingenuity and innovative technology, enriching the lives of those we serve. 

For the past 40 years, we’ve been arranging freight for businesses of all sizes in truckload, less-than-truckload (LTL), warehousing, intermodal, drayage, expedited, international, and technology solutions.

We are currently recognized on Transport Topics’ Top 100 Freight Brokerage List, as a Top 100 3PL by Inbound Logistics, and as a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation by Women in Trucking.