Jesus Garay

Senator Marco Rubio, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship, recognized Jesus Garay, owner of Jacksonville’s Global Freight & Commerce, during National Veterans Small Business Week.

After 20 years of active military service, which included 6 combat tours in Iraq and Bosnia, as well as 3 tours in Korea, Jesus Garay started Global Freight & Commerce. Not one to let military retirement in 2014 ease his schedule, Garay has not only started a small business, but lends his time and support to community endeavors. A Jacksonville native, Garay is passionate about investing in real opportunities for the community so that others can have a solid, profitable career. He participates in events such as job fairs, conferences on topics such as Opportunity Zones, and community events like the JAX Chamber’s The Longest Table. His abundant energy and commitment to seeing others succeed make him a valuable entrepreneur in Northeast Florida, as well as an excellent mentor to employees and community members seeking to change their lives.

According to their website, Global Freight & Commerce is a 100% owner-operated trucking company and an industry-freight leader. Owner-operators have the ability to earn above average wages in the industry. Partners include the Department of Defense, FEMA, JB Hunt, and Pepsi.

When honoring Garay, Rubio stated, “A member of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, Global Freight & Commerce is also involved in the community… which provides leadership training to assist and develop the local workforce. Veteran-owned businesses such as Global Freight & Commerce are examples of the talent and dedication of our nation’s veterans. I look forward to watching Global Freight & Commerce’s continued growth and success.”