One of seven executives featured on the 2022 cover dallas 500, Tre Black succeeded his father, Albert Black, as president and CEO of On Target Supply & Logistics in 2018. Tore's father, Albert, who founded OTSL in 1982, says he didn't build his company as a family business, but the natural leadership skills he and the company's board recognized in Tore have helped move OTSL forward. That was enough for him to be selected as the company's new leader. The next 40 years. Since his appointment, Mr. Torre has led OTSL to record employment numbers.
education: Baylor University (BA-Finance)
Birthplace: dallas
First job: “I started my recycling business when I was 12 years old. I learned that patience and trust are important ingredients in any business, no matter how small.”
Best advice: “Start early, find your niche, and always have the desire and ability to reinvent yourself.”
Dinner party: “I would like to have dinner with John Stankey, CEO of AT&T, and Ross Perot Jr., chairman of Perot Companies and Hillwood. Mr. Stankey had a great career at the same company and reached the top. He has also become one of the most influential CEOs in this country. He has led us into a new era of communications infrastructure expansion and digital He is tasked with advancing efforts to solve disparities. This is a great story that more young professionals should know about. And for Mr. Perot Jr., whose father was a legend like Perot Sr. When you are a pioneer in business, you must take on great responsibility. Mr. Perrault Jr. has greatly advanced the interests of his family's business in a way that I believe he has. Thank you. I We understand how important that is and are inspired by the tradition he continued.”
Destinations to choose from: “Riomaggiore, Italy – Cinque Terre and Telluride, Colorado”
Non-commercial purpose: “Senior Source is a well-run organization that provides support and resources to so many families who do not plan for everything that comes with caring for an elderly person. We are doing a great job working with the district attorney's office to protect our senior citizens.”
Give a gift: “I would like to gift my wife a New Year's Eve celebratory trip to Paris, as she has never been there and it has been her life's dream.”
Hobbies/Passion: “Read and learn about the history of American presidents”
Local fare: “I love Chilean sea bass at Cafe Pacific. It's my mom's favorite too.”
Fun fact: “If I wasn't running OTSL, I'd like to run a delicatessen called OC Delicatessen, where I'd make gourmet sandwiches all day and sometimes DJ at night.”
Dream car: “I want an electric-modified 1968 Cadillac DeVille convertible with a great sound system. It's an American classic and my wife would never let me buy one.”
Toughest challenge: “Supporting companies to survive the 2008 economic recession.”
Second home: “My wife and I are in the process of building a house, which will take a few more months, so technically we'll be building a vacation home on a high floor uptown. We're moving to Klyde Warren Park, a more walkable community. We wanted an uptown experience with easy access and one of the best views of downtown Dallas.”
Proud moment: “We remained calm as a team throughout the pandemic and remained focused on executing our strategy.”
Better DFW: “DFW needs to become more diverse in its philanthropic donor community.”
Walk-up song: “Mos Def's 'Sensei on the Block'”
Must read: “my bondage and my freedom By Frederick Douglass: Despite deep flaws and injustices, anything is possible in America. Human struggles are generational and it takes true courage to address them, especially when it comes to speaking out. ”
Biggest risk: “I encouraged my dad to run for mayor of Dallas.”
Bucket list: “Please help us nominate the president of the United States.”
Future predictions: “OTSL will continue to be profitable this year despite the pandemic, with record employment numbers. Employment in the industry is tight due to significant wage inflation, but OnTarget We continue to invest to strengthen our technology and workforce development. We are thinking passionately about our future!”
This Q&A is an expanded version of the following: dallas 500Special edition produced by. D CEO Meet the region's most influential business leaders.visit www.dallas500.com For more information.
