Boomerang Transport

Our Team JP Carlin February 10, 2023

Our Team

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Sharing a common vision

Helping the world get better, one transport at a time

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This is our team on March 28, 2015 celebrating 5 years of success by having another pizza party in Charlotte. Pictured from left to right are Kristina Wong, PJ Babcock, Adam Penley, Wes Turner, JP Carlin and Nancy Silva. Three team members not pictured – Jessie Alexander, Essie Arnold, and Mike Jimenez

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Here are a few more of our team members on February 2, 2016 completing a team building experience. Pictured from left to right are Wes Turner, Nancy Silva, Mike Jimenez, JP Carlin and Adam Goodrich

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The Boomerang squad from our “Boomcation2017” team outing on April 1st, 2017. Left to right (top): Mike Jimenez, Kristina Wong, Nancy Silva, PJ Babcock, Wes Turner and John Fuller. Left to right (bottom): Iohanna Silva, Brandi Turner, JP Carlin, Felicia Poirier and Adam Goodrich.

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We escaped the Escape Room with 2 minutes to spare! Left to right (top): JP Carlin, Mike Jimenez, Kristina Wong, Wes Turner, PJ Babcock and John Fuller. Left to right (bottom): Adam Goodrich, Iohanna Silva, Nancy Silva, Brandi Turner and Felicia Poirier

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Communication Team vs Scheduling Team bowling competition on April 1st, 2017. Communications Team = Winners! Left to right: John Fuller, Brandi Turner, PJ Babcock, Adam Goodrich, Mike Jimenez, Nancy Silva, Wes Turner, Iohanna Silva, JP Carlin, Kristina Wong and Felicia Poirier.

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We like to get together at least once a year to have some fun and eat some pizza. In 2011 we gave out real wood boomerangs as a Christmas treat. Pictured from left to right are JP Carlin, Tom Kirchner, Wes Turner, Ryan Kailbourne, and Barry Lee.

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Owners JP & Wes (JP on left, Wes right) visit Chichen Itza, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

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Owners Wes & JP (Wes on left, JP right) in NYC at the Brooklyn Bridge, one of the seven wonders of the industrial world.

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JP Carlin is one of the co-owners of Boomerang Transport along with Wes Turner. He lives in North Carolina and is a proud father to his son. When he isn’t working hard for Boomerang Transport, JP enjoys being in the outdoors and visiting national parks. JP is the recipient of the Eagle Scout award from the Boy Scouts of America and graduated from Appalachian State University. Go Mountaineers!

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Wes Turner is one of the two owners of Boomerang Transport and currently resides in North Carolina. Entrepreneurship has been a passion of his. After graduating from Appalachian State University with a degree in Accounting, has has since started three successful businesses. Outside of work he enjoys spending time with family (with his father, wife and daughter), listening to live music (favorite band: Langhorne Slim), running (2015 finisher of the NYC marathon), reading a good book (favorite: Kite Runner) and a good TV series (favorites: The Wire & Madmen).

11 - Mike

Mike is the President of Operations at Boomerang Transport. He has a Masters Degree in History from the University of Central Florida and still resides in the Orlando area. He enjoys spending his time being cynical and sarcastic in everything he does.

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Hi! I’m Patricia and I am a coordinator for Boomerang. I hold a Bachelor of Arts degree from Appalachian State University. I currently live in Raleigh, NC, with my wife Chelsea and our bulldog Winifred, along with an array of other more exotic pets, including a tarantula, a rainbow stag beetle, and a whip scorpion. When I’m not coordinating, I am a musician in my spare time, predominantly playing bass guitar and composing, and I love going to concerts of any genre – but I do have a special love for heavy metal shows! I have also been known to enjoy watching extremely bad television shows, ranging from Gordon Ramsay reality cooking shows to poorly-acted science fiction procedurals.

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Hi everyone! My name is Brandi Turner and I have been the Office Manager for Boomerang for 6 years and counting. l am originally from California, and moved to Charlotte, North Carolina as a teenager. My husband and I just welcomed our first child, Harlow in September 2022. I have a passion for health and fitness and have recently started CrossFit Training. In my free time I enjoy practicing hot yoga, working out, hiking, gardening and hanging out with my family and friends. I am blessed to be a part of the Boomerang team and can’t wait to see what the future holds!

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Hi, I’m Emily and I have been a coordinator for Boomerang for 2 years and counting, and I work evening shift! In my free time, I enjoy going to thrift stores, spending time with friends and family, and being outside in the sunshine. I went to UNC Chapel Hill and I love watching Carolina basketball every season. I am a horror nerd – I love scary movies, oddities and curiosities, and all things weird. I’m a homebody at heart, so you can usually catch me at home hanging out with my cat, Luna. I love my job and am so grateful to be part of the Boomerang Team!

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Nicole S. Boyd is a coordinator with Boomerang Transport and an administrative professional originally from Raleigh NC. She has served in various industries over the past 12 years including pharmacy automation, construction, commercial property management and currently personal transportation with Boomerang Transport. She loves helping others and is also a part of a family operated non-profit organization of women whose mission is to serve homeless and lesser fortunate communities. She has a passion for journalism and currently teaches a communications workshop on weekends to young adults in Charlotte, NC.

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Hi, my name is Chris Ramsey and I am a coordinator for Boomerang! I love coffee most likely from being a long-time barista for Starbucks back when Starbucks had coffee culture. I enjoy many outdoor recreational activities such as mountain biking, swimming, hiking, and agriculture. Most of the time outside of work I am busy with little projects that my wife concocts that range from carpentry to taking a television apart. Lastly, my passion is teaching others about the Bible and helping them improve their everyday life, giving them a positive hope for the future.

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My name is Brittney Farmer and I’m from Laurinburg NC. It’s small but if you’ve driven to Myrtle Beach on 501 S you’ve been there, and probably didn’t even know it! I now live in Greensboro, NC and I’m a 2021 graduate of North Carolina A&T State University with a degree in Liberal Studies. In my free time I enjoying reading, listening to podcasts and meeting new people.

Arlin

Hi everyone! My name is Arlin and I am a Boomerang coordinator. In my free time I enjoy reading, gardening, spending time with friends, family, and especially with my dog. I hold a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Florida International University, and I am excited to be part of the Boomerang Team.

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Hi everyone! I’m Rizza. I go by Riri or just Rizza. My current hobbies are working out and reading books. I was born in February which makes my sign Aquarius, if that helps you get to know the basic things about me. I love traveling and can be very spontaneous. I can’t wait to work with everyone!

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Hiya everyone! My name is Phillip and I'm a Boomerang Coordinator. Some of my hobbies include singing, gaming, and walking in nature. I've been pursuing singing my whole life and I've been on a couple albums here and there. I'm from southwest Florida and moved to North Carolina in April 2023. On my days off, you can find me hitting up some local karaoke bars singing at the top of my lungs, and having fun.

Gabe Medina

Greetings, I am Gabe Medina and I am a Boomerang Coordinator. I am originally from Minnesota and came to Charlotte, North Carolina about 10 years ago. I am currently progressing towards a Bachelor's Degree in History. In my free time, you can find me playing and creating video games, reading or writing, and watching different types of TV shows. I am extremely excited to work with everyone!

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My name is Barry and I am proud to say that I am the first driver that was ever hired by Boomerang. I have extensive experience in the medical transport industry from working in a similar field in Portland Oregon for several years. I enjoy living in Charlotte as I can spend more time with my family.

23 - Val (1)

Hi, my name is Val Hawes. After retiring from a large wholesale food distributor in Maryland where I worked for 25 years, I decided to relocate to beautiful Lake Wylie, SC. I came out of retirement to work for Boomerang Transport. Since I really like helping people in need, I think working as a driver for Boomerang really allows me to do just that. Both my children are married now, but I do have a newfoundland and golden retriever that I consider my “kids.”

Jay

Hi! My name is Jay Pittman and I’ve been a driver for Boomerang off and on since 2012. I live in Tucker, GA. I have lived in Georgia all my life. Now being on disability, I needed to find something to keep me busy. I found Boomerang Transport and it has been an answered prayer. I am helping other people, staying active and making my own schedule. It would be my pleasure to be your Boomerang Transport driver!

26 - Dick

My name is Dick Davis and I am a driver for Boomerang Transport in Charleston, SC

27 - Robert (1)

Hi my name is Robert Robinson and I am a Boomerang driver in the Charlotte area. I am looking forward to getting you there and back!

28 - Henry (1)

Hi…my name is Henry Simmons, I am returning to work with Boomerang after a brief leave from the company. I LOVE driving and transporting people to and from there designation.

30 - Carl

Hello. My name is Carl Radtke. I have recently joined Boomerang Transport and am looking forward to meeting and transporting our clients in Atlanta and North Georgia.

32 - Terry

Hi, my name is Terry Iraca and I look forward to meeting our Gulfport-Biloxi clientele. My goal is to provide a great customer experience, which includes dependable and professional service.

33 - Ian (1)

Hello, my name is Ian Bernard and I am a newly hired Boomerang driver in the Central Texas area. I am a retired service member, married with 2 kids and 1 dog. I am currently in the MBA program and this provide the flexibility I need. I love playing soccer, riding motorcycle and traveling in my spare time. I am looking forward to an adventure, meeting new people and getting you there and back!

34 - Tuan

Greetings, my name is Tuan Pham, Boomerang Driver for the North East San Antonio Area, Texas. I recently retired from the Marine Corps after completed 27.5 years in service (Apr/2017). I am also a 100% Permanent and Disabled combat veteran. I’d like to stay active and enjoy my retirement. So safety is always paramount. Looking forward to drive you to the medical appointments and return safely to your residence.

36 - William

Hi, my name is William Hess and I am a driver in Sarasota Bradenton, FL. I look forward to getting you there and back!

37 - Wally

Hi everyone, my name is Wally Gonzalez! I was born and raised in South Texas. After 32 rewarding years in the civil service, I decided I would retire early to do new things. My wife and I were blessed to live 14 years in Huntsville, Alabama before moving back to South Texas 18 years ago. I love sports, adventure, traveling and most of all serving others. I have two side ventures that I have been working from home for a few years and I look forward to serving people through Boomerang. My wife and I have two children, one whom is currently at Texas A & M College Station and the other lives with us here in Corpus Christi.

38 - Marty

Hi! My name is Marty Birch and I am a driver in Gainesville, Florida. I am originally from Kansas City and am a Chiefs football fan, like a lot of other people in the area. I retired after 40 years in the automotive aftermarket parts industry. My wife and I moved to be closer to our daughter’s family which includes two grandsons, ages 9 and 12. I have been married to my wife, Candy for 43 years. She is a long time educator in English, and Journalism. She spent the last 18 years before retirement as an assistant principal at a large high school in Olathe, Kansas. Upon retiring and moving to Florida in 2019, I felt I needed to do something to fill my time. I wanted something part time, working from home, with a flexible schedule. Three months and I did not find anything I liked until Boomerang Transport came along. It is a luxury to be able to accept or decline a trip. Although, I accept as many as possible, just depending on my schedule. I started with Boomerang in October of 2019 and have enjoyed every minute of it. I am able to engage with most clients if they are interested in talking and fortunately, I can carry on a conversation with anyone on any number of mundane topics. Boomerang has been the perfect job for me. And it gets me out of the house for a couple of hours each week and my wife likes that.

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Hi! My name is Mickey Brewer, and I’m a driver in Tennessee. I retired from the United States Marine Corps after 21 years. I conducted security background investigations for 17 years after the Marine Corps. I am married to my wife Teresa who has put up with me for 37 years. I look forward to getting you there and back!

41 - Kathryn

Hello, I’m Kathryn Richards. I lived in Texas for most of my life, but moved to Delaware when I retired to be closer to my kids and grandkids. I worked in education as a math teacher and a librarian. I love my time with my family, playing Pickleball, biking, kayaking, going to the beach, hanging out with my dog Maisie, and of course driving.

42 - Roger

Hi! My name is Roger Peugh and I am a new driver in Tyler/East, TX. I look forward to meeting new people and transporting those in need. I love to drive and am dedicated to getting you there and back safely!

44 - Susan

Hi, my name is Susan Carter and I’m a new Boomerang driver located in Tyler, East Texas. I like driving, and it was appealing to be able to do that while possibly lending a helping hand. I will be happy to knit and listen to my Audible selection while you are in your appointment!

45 - Tom

Greetings from Okalahoma, my name is Tom Rorabaugh and I am new to Boomerang Transport getting on board in December of 2021. As I look ahead to retirement, I understand my life is not over in serving others. The opportunity to help other individuals through Boomerang is a great fit, to be available for people with specific needs, like transportation. I look forward to helping you get where you need to go, and home again.

48 - Lawrence

Hi! My name is Lawrence Fawole and I am a driver in Mobile, AL. I look forward to getting you there and back!

49 - Kimberly

Hi! My name is Kimberly DuCharme and I am a driver in Alabama. I look forward to getting you there and back!

50 - Yolanda

Hi! My name is Yolanda (Yoli) Jefferson and I was born and raised in New Jersey. I moved to Raleigh, NC in 2017 with my 4 kids and just last year (2021) relocated to Fayetteville, NC. I have a corporate background in Human Resources with over 10 years of experience specializing in the candidate experience through talent acquisition and onboarding. I enjoy working in Human Resources because I always had a passion for helping people and love variety. I also have a BIG heart for Entrepreneurship which is why I started my own business called Mommy Buggy which is a personal concierge service for moms. I joined Boomerang Transport in 2022 because as I mentioned before I love helping people but I also enjoy getting people to where they need to go in a timely manner. In my free time I am a business entrepreneurship systems nerd as I can get lost in information when it pertains to new business systems, softwares and also any type of Youtube videos talking about business/entrepreneurship/financial info. Glad to be here and looking forward to networking, developing great connections and meeting new people on my journey here.

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Hi, my name is Karen Miller and I am a driver in Harrisburg, PA.

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Ron spent over 40 years working in Finance, Banking, and Mortgage Financing, and has a strong background in public relations and marketing. He also was owner of Select Mortgage Professionals for 17 years. Ron has 2 sons and 5 grandchildren. He enjoys playing guitar, writing songs, and spending time with his family. He lives in Florence, Al, with his cocker spaniel, Sonny.

Felix

My name is Felix Mirabal, currently a driver for Boomerang Transport, residing in Vanceboro, North Carolina, nearby Greenville and New Bern areas. My background includes Bishop for Fig Tree Missions, Doctor of Philosophy in Theology, bilingual, with Military and Law Enforcement experience. I am very fortunate to be part of the Boomerang team, their professionalism, efficiency and love for others are phenomenal.

Debbie

Hello, I'm Debbie Faires, and I am a driver in Texas. I look forward to meeting you and helping you get your needs met. A few of my favorite things to do are spending time with my family, helping others and serving in the community.

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My name is Geoffrey Burbage and I am throughly enjoying this post retirement journey after a long career in over 45 years of customer service. I retired last year after 25+ years as a representative for Horizon Blue Cross of NJ and prior to that, I did 20 years of retail sales in the flooring industry. I recently married in 2022, I enjoy quality time with my wife and bonus son. My hobbies include listening to jazz music, international travel, cruises, Pittsburgh Steelers, Los Angeles Lakers, dogs and the beach. I come from a lineage of customer service from my Dad who worked for GM, and the Boys Clubs of America, and my Mom, who was a force to be reckoned with in local community activism, and city government. I now continue this legacy of service for clients with this company. I love this experience, it’s not a job, it’s an adventure.