About Authority Express

Denise Erickson, our Compliance Manager, ensures our company's adherence to federal, state, and local regulations in the trucking industry. With a keen eye on updates from the FMCSA, she streamlines order efficiency to improve internal goals and maintain high client satisfaction. Denise's drive for adaptability and teamwork foster a positive work culture, where her energetic approach and dedication shine. Beyond work, Denise devotes her time to family and friends, always ready to laugh with them on a moment’s notice.

Lawsen serves as our Compliance Assistant Manager, dedicating her time to ensuring clients efficiently navigate FMCSA regulations and state-specific requirements while keeping them updated on licenses and permits. Her contributions to the department include optimizing day-to-day operations, increasing productivity, and reducing turnaround times. Lawsen values learning and collaboration, she brought a wealth of experience to the role, including years of experience in both our accounting and factoring departments.

Rose serves as a compliance specialist, spending her time working with clients to foster a comprehensive understanding of FMCSA/DOT regulations. Rose values; honesty, hard work, dependability &accountability, allowing for a grounded yet versatile view of the trucking industry. At home Rose is a wife & mother spending her free time in the comfort of her family.

Jennifer Wees-Schkade specializes in assisting motor carriers with the International Registration Plan (IRP) and the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA) for fuel tax reporting. A graduate of Boise State University with a Bachelor of Science in International Relations, Jennifer brings over 15 years of experience in the transportation industry, lending her expertise to Authority Express LLC since 2019. She prioritizes professionalism and client mission fulfillment, aiming to understand the broader context of her tasks to provide the best possible solutions to our clients. Outside of work, Jennifer's focus lies in family, pets, and spiritual pursuits, nurturing her small menagerie and enjoying time with her husband.

Will Field Serves as a Business Development Representative, primarily focused on establishing a good rapport with clients by informing them of the regulations and requirements of the industry. Will attended Utah State University where he received a bachelor’s in business administration. After which he opened a business selling fertilizer for farms. He also owns a small farm where he raises livestock for competitions and state/county fairs. In his free time, when not working on his farm, Will enjoys spending time with his wife & children, often attending local sporting events, or spending time outdoors.

RaeLynn Mathews is the Owner of Integrity Factoring and Authority Express, where she collaborates with her management teams to set strategic direction emphasizing customer service, innovation, and sales. A recent accomplishment includes developing an app aimed at serving our customers by streamlining trucking administrative tasks. Raised in a small farming and ranching town in Idaho, RaeLynn values hard work and aims to provide products and services that help our clients work with ease and efficiency. Outside of work, she cherishes her role as a mother to four children and enjoys rural life on her farm, which is home to horses, dogs, cats, chickens, and pigs. Alongside her husband and children, RaeLynn engages in various activities like 4H, sports, dirt bikes, fishing, hunting, and camping. She actively contributes to her community by volunteering at church and serving on the local school board and community club board.

Victoria Collett is our Director of Operations, overseeing various aspects including AP & AR, HR, and IT. Her focus on efficient departmental processes has been key in facilitating the growth of small businesses throughout her career. Victoria's guiding principle is to leave the world better than she found it, a principle that is evident by her deep involvement in community service. Outside of work, Victoria serves as a volunteer Emergency Medical Services provider and sits on the board for the Grand View Community Club.

Angel is a highly accomplished professional serving as our Factoring Operations Manager and Senior Oilfield Account Manager. With her strong focus on efficiency and commitment to exceptional results, Angel significantly increased productivity within the Factoring Operations department. Her meticulous approach to developing and implementing procedures in the oilfield factoring division reflects an unwavering commitment to excellence, evident in substantial improvements in areas such as mispays, short-pays, and billing errors. Beyond the workplace, Angel enjoys the simple pleasures of life, relaxing while reading a book or spending quality time with family and friends.

Brindy Pennington is our lead underwriter tasked with handling underwriting, collections, and legal tasks. Her daily responsibilities include processing applications, conducting credit checks, managing credit increases, overseeing collections, and handling legal matters. Her legal experience includes receiving an invitation from the producers of Judy Justice to appear on her new show. Brindy takes pride in her work and ensuring timely completion of tasks. Outside of work, she enjoys her roles as a mom, wife, and housekeeper, along with indulging in her passions for plants, Harry Potter, and all things nerdy.

Jasmine, a lead account manager in our transportation factoring division, possesses a keen eye for detail and exceptional task management skills. Specializing in back-end factoring processes like aging, negative escrow, MC audits, and issue resolution, Jasmine supports her team to help them perform at their best. Her greatest strength lies in being task and detail-oriented, allowing her to effectively manage and resolve issues for both clients and her team. Beyond work, Jasmine finds joy in shopping and exploring new places, indulging in exciting adventures during her leisure time.

As an Account Manager, Jordyn is involved in the daily processing of client invoices and addressing account issues, such as aging, while providing support where needed. Her commitment to efficiency, accuracy, and effective time management has enabled her success in the factoring department. Outside of work, Jordyn is a mother and loves spending her free time at the lake, or in the mountains camping. She also enjoys spending time with her family at BBQ’s or at the farmer’s market.

Makayla serves as an Account Manager, processing invoices and overseeing aging for her clients. Along with the daily invoicing, her responsibilities include assisting clients with understanding the factoring process. Outside of work, Makayla enjoys camping, boating, and shopping.

Mya is an Account Manager, primarily involved in processing invoices and managing aging. Her greatest job satisfaction comes from her ability to effectively address client questions, as exemplified by her commitment to accuracy, kindness, and timeliness. Outside of work, Mya is a wife and mother who finds joy in spending time with family and finding an excuse to travel.

As an Account Manager, Madison collaborates with her team to handle the daily processing of clients' invoice paperwork for factoring. Guided by an attitude of adaptability and dedication to helping others, Madison consistently contributes to low aging invoice percentages and identifying problems with brokers within her account management team. Beyond work, she finds enjoyment in spending time with family, pursuing gardening activities, exploring new hot springs, and leisurely moments on the beach.

Josie is an account manager, primarily tasked with processing invoices and overseeing aging for her clients. She’s a dedicated worker and a team player, allowing for effective communication with clients and her colleagues. With her great sense of humor and passion for good work ethic, Josie brings a bright, positive attitude to the workplace.