From the Boardroom to the Open Road.
IM UP Trucking was built on the belief that freight is more than cargo, it's a commitment between people who keep their word.
FMCSA Compliant
Safety-First Operations
Built on Integrity,
Driven by Family
At IM UP Trucking Co., we don’t just see ourselves as a logistics provider — we operate as an extension of your business. Rooted in Houston, Texas, with a satellite location in Washington, D.C., our foundation combines the grit of agricultural leadership with the discipline of supply chain strategy to deliver reliable, temperature-controlled transportation when timing, quality, and trust matter most.
We've traded the boardroom and the basketball court for the open road, bringing a unique "IM UP" hustle to the refrigerated transport, dry van, and LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) industry.
25+
States Served
24/7
Operations
100%
HACCP Certified
Our Core Principles:
The "IM UP" Way
We operate on four pillars that ensure your cargo is handled with the same care we give our own family.
Unwavering Commitment
We are committed to the long hauls and the heavy workloads. Whether it's Final Mile delivery or a cross-country trek, our team maximizes every hour to ensure timely deliveries and secure retrievals. While we are equipped for national long-hauls, our core business model focuses on expedited local and regional routes.
Primary Service Area
TX, LA, MS, GA, SC, NC, FL, AL, NM, AZ, OK, AR, VA, DC, MD, DE, NJ, NY, PA, and MA.
Integrity in Every Mile
Your property is your livelihood. We earn your trust through professionalism and accountability. Our drivers are selected not just for their skill, but for their supreme loyalty and dedication to the mission.
The "Thumbs Up" Safety Standard
We assume full responsibility for every shipment. To guarantee excellence, our team utilizes a rigorous technical maintenance protocol. Every vehicle must pass our proprietary "Thumbs Up Checklist" — a comprehensive daily inspection of vehicles and shipments, ensuring all protocols are met before we hit the road.
A Culture of Family
Based in Houston, we've grown a tight-knit, organic culture. To us, our drivers and clients aren't just names on a ledger — they are part of a cohesive family unit that motivates us to strive for excellence daily.
Meet the IM UP Leadership Team
Our leadership combines high-level athletic discipline with world-class academic and financial rigor.
Donald "Sloan" Sloan
CEO & Owner-Operator
A 2010 Texas A&M graduate in Agricultural Leadership and Development, Sloan brings 12 years of professional sports experience to the logistics world. As a former leading point guard for the Aggies, he translates court-side leadership into an enterprise defined by teamwork, talent spotting, and strategic execution.
Lauren Sloan
CFO & Owner-Operator
With a Master's degree from The Bush School of Government and Public Service, an MBA from Georgetown, and experience at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), Boston Consulting Group "BCG" and the White House, Lauren is the analytical engine of IM UP Trucking. A "Titan of Investing" and University of Houston MBA instructor, her expertise in international economics and supply chain finance ensures our operations are as efficient as they are reliable.
Our Elite Driving Force
The heart of our fleet consists of seasoned professionals who treat the open road with respect and technical precision.
BJ Holmes
Houston, TX
A native Houstonian and family man driven by the "spirit of hustle." With 5 years in transportation and a specialty in non-CDL car hauling, BJ excels in delivering safe loads with top-tier performance ratings.
Roderick "Rod" Sophus
Lead Driver
Our CDL-certified veteran with 10 years of over-the-road experience. From general freight to heavy construction equipment, Rod provides the technical know-how for local, regional, and national long hauls.
Jarrin Hopkins
Lead Driver
A true "family man" and seasoned pro who finds his zen on the open highway. Specializing in box trucks and lightweight vehicles, Jarrin's mechanical intuition and dedication to safety make him a cornerstone of our fleet.
Strategic Regional Footprint
IM UP Trucking Co. operates from a central Houston, TX headquarters to provide localized expertise and high-capacity regional transport. Our fleet bridges the gap between southern agricultural hubs, pharmaceutical and medical industries, and the professional corridors of the Northeast.
Core Service Hubs
The Texas Heart
Serving the Houston metro and the Texas Triangle. Specialized in Frozen and Refrigerated Goods, Agricultural Logistics, and I-10/I-45 Freight Rescue.
The DMV Northwest Corridor
Dedicated operations across Washington D.C., Maryland, and Virginia. Focused on White Glove Delivery, high-security professional freight, and Final Mile urban logistics.
National Reach
Coast-to-Coast Expertise
Beyond our regional hubs, we provide long-haul Dry Van and Temperature-Controlled transport across the lower continental 48 states.
Regional Flexibility
Strategic routing through the I-10 and I-95 corridors ensures rapid mobilization for emergency pickups and high-volume retail surges.
Ready to Partner with Houston's Best?
Experience the difference that integrity and family values make in your supply chain. Whether you need a regular Dry Van network, Refrigerated Carrier, or an emergency Freight Rescue, the IM UP team is ready to roll.