Mayflower Transit's Parent Company, UniGroup, Announces Jason Mills As New President & CEO

ST. LOUIS (Dec. 10, 2021) – Mayflower Transit announced today its parent company, UniGroup, C.A., has named Jason Mills as president and CEO. Jason has been serving in an interim position and working in partnership with Charles McDaniel, chairman of UniGroup’s board and the executive team since the role was vacated in early October.

“Throughout the transition period, the board and I have been impressed with Jason’s leadership, collaboration and communication as well as his clear understanding of what it takes to lead our organization,” McDaniel said. “He has earned the respect of our members and the UniGroup team, and he has the vision to lead the enterprise into the future.”

Mills brings a breadth of experience to his new role. He has served as a trusted leader for nearly 13 years at UniGroup, taking on increasing responsibilities throughout the organization including leading several business units. Prior to UniGroup, Jason held leadership roles at Spectrum Brands, Bayer and The Coca-Cola Company.

“I could not be more grateful to accept the role, officially, as UniGroup’s president and CEO,” Mills said. “UniGroup is a company built on industry-leading brands like United Van Lines and Mayflower Transit that have been serving families for nearly 100 years. The power of UniGroup is in its people — our expansive network of agents, the dedicated drivers and the talented UniGroup staff. I am excited to continue leading the team as we transform our business, with a commitment to serving our customers, who are at the core of everything we do.”

Mills will assume the role of president and CEO, effective immediately.

About Mayflower

Mayflower is America’s most recognized and trusted moving company. Mayflower offers a full range of moving services. With headquarters in suburban St. Louis, Mayflower maintains a network of 200 affiliated agencies. For more information about Mayflower Transit and its services, visit: Mayflower.com.

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