Office

John Schabacker

President & Owner

John has owned and operated Mile Hi Express since 1995.  He spent twenty years in the investment banking business before entering the wonderful world of trucking..  In 1993 he got the itch to become self employed.  The Mile Hi Express opportunity was brought to him by a good friend in the industry, and for the most part, the rest is history.  Honesty, integrity, accountability and loyalty are some of the attributes that John continued to instill within Mile Hi Express as these were the four acronyms he abided by during his professional career!  For those of you who have done business with John….I’m sure you understand.  In June of 2007, he brought his son, Brit Schabacker (me…yes, I’m typing this), into the business as a sales/marketing/ business development employee.  I’ve spent 10 years in commercial real estate and couldn’t pass up the opportunity to work with my mentor... along with the opportunity to eventually own my own business!  Over time, John will slowly step to the side as I eventually assume responsibility for the business.

Diana Troute

Comptroller/ Operations Manager

Diana has been with Mile Hi Express for over 7 years.  If you looked up “multi-task” in the dictionary, it would have a picture of Diana.  She helps with the daily operations of the company, financial statements, invoicing, reporting, making appointments, marketing, giving directions and answering a quandary of random questions.  Talk about the “old work ethic,” she fits the mold...and is a VERY important person within the Mile Hi Express family.  We are very lucky to have someone who simply “cares”. 

Don Appuzo

Get’R- Done

Don has been with Mile Hi Express for over 6 years.  He is in the process of transitioning from an assistant warehouse manager to an assistant “Get’R Done” in the office.  Don will be in charge of daily operations, liaison between warehouse and office, making appointments, marketing, fleet maintenance and, like Diana, answer a quandary of random questions on the phone.  We expect “Mr. Personality” to be a pleasure to visit with over the phone!

Sharon Dowhan

Get’R- Done

It pretty much sums it up to say that Sharon’s family was the founding members of Mile Hi Express.  Yes, she has been here since 1960. She will be a little upset with us because she has always thought it was a well kept secret!  Obviously, Sharon is a seasoned veteran of the business.  She’s pulled back on the reigns a little bit over the past few years (she’s now a part timer), but I think it’s very deserving because she has been so loyal to our customers as well as her fellow employees!  Needless to say, she is getting to spend a little more time with her grandchildren.  Good for her.