Irving, TX
National Carriers, Inc. has announced three finalists for 2025 Driver of the Year. Rafael Murillo, Willie Grady III, and Bernard Talimeliyor were named Driver of the Month for May, June, and July, respectfully. Each driver was recognized with a $1000 bonus and is now a finalist for Driver of the Year along with its $10,000 bonus awarded in March of 2026.
Owner-operator Rafael Murillo of Liberal, KS was named Driver of the Month for May. He is dispatched on the national refrigerated fleet. Joining NCI as a student driver, he has excelled in both safe driving and customer service. After completing his training, he became a company driver and recently has become an owner-operator.
Willie Grady III of Keene, TX was named Driver of the Month for June. He is an NCI truck lease operator who joined the fleet in 2020. Operating his truck in the regional mid-west and southern states he has both an outstanding safety and delivery record. Known for his upbeat demeanor, he excels in customer service.
Bernard Talimeliyor of Irving, TX operates a company truck on the national refrigerated fleet. Hailing from Irving, TX he is a retired US Army veteran. Originally from the south Pacific Island of Yap, he enjoys his time safely driving coast to coast while delivering frozen goods to valued customers.
“Whether operating a company truck, a leased truck, or owning a truck, National Carriers appreciates these three outstanding delivery experts. Each have exceptional safety records and put the motoring public well-being in the forefront of all they do. Together these men uphold the high standards of the ‘Elite’ fleet,” shared Ed Kentner, Director of Media.
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National Carriers, Inc. 3925 Carbon Rd, Irving, TX 75038 Contact: Edward Kentner Director of Media Phone: (800) 835-2097 Ext. 6628 Email: e.kentner@nationalcarriers.com Website: www.nationalcarriers.com