About Ralph Moyle, Inc.
Our Culture
At Ralph Moyle, Inc. (RMI), we believe that our culture and background say a lot about how we do business. Since 1966, we’ve provided customer satisfaction in the Transportation and Warehousing industry and created a wholesome environment for our team.
Our Passion: Creating a Legacy through Service to Others.
Our Niche: Simplifying Logistics.
Our History
RMI traces its roots to founder Ralph Moyle, who began hauling produce at just 13 years old in Mattawan, Michigan during World War II. Officially incorporated in 1966, the company has grown from a small transportation provider serving local agricultural producers into a regional logistics partner supporting a wide range of industries across the central and eastern United States.
Today, RMI employs more than 130 people, operates a fleet of 60 tractors, and manages over 400,000 square feet of dry goods warehouse space. Our services include local and regional transportation, distribution management, and light repackaging for customers including Coca-Cola, Welch’s, Knouse Foods, and Gordon Food Service.
Ralph Moyle, Inc. Timeline
1945
In 1945, during World War II, the foundation of Ralph Moyle, Inc. was established in Mattawan, MI, just outside Paw Paw, Michigan. At just 13 years old, founder Ralph Moyle began hauling grapes for local farms supplying Welch’s, marking the start of a multi-generational transportation and logistics company rooted in Southwest Michigan.
- After serving two years in the U.S. Army, Ralph returned to Mattawan, MI and earned a business degree from Western Michigan University (WMU).
- During his time at WMU, Ralph outlined his vision to build a small trucking company and one day pass it on to his sons.
1952
Ralph purchased his first tractor, a Ford F-8, establishing the foundation of the Ralph Moyle trucking fleet and expanding transportation services throughout Paw Paw, Michigan and the surrounding Southwest Michigan region.
1979
RMI’s reputation for reliable transportation services and customer satisfaction led to securing a long-term partnership with Coca-Cola, a relationship that continues today.
Late 1980s
RMI expanded its fleet to more than 30 tractors and diversified service offerings to include refrigerated transportation and food-grade liquid bulk logistics across Michigan and the Midwest.
1991
Under the leadership of Mike Moyle, RMI expanded into warehouse and distribution services, operating its facility in Paw Paw, Michigan as a public warehouse.
Ralph’s youngest son, Jon Moyle, joined the company full-time as a dispatcher, supporting growing transportation operations.
1996
Jon and Mike Moyle assumed partial ownership of Ralph Moyle, Inc., continuing the company’s growth as a family-owned logistics provider based in Paw Paw, Michigan.
1998
RMI completed its first value-added co-packing project for Coca-Cola, laying the foundation for what is now a robust co-packing and contract packaging operation.
2002
RMI celebrated the opening of a major warehouse expansion in Paw Paw, Michigan, adding 122,000 square feet of storage and distribution space to support growing customer demand.
2007
The company completed the second of four warehouse expansions, adding approximately 57,000 square feet and increasing overall warehousing capacity.
2009
Jon and Mike Moyle assumed full ownership of Ralph Moyle, Inc., continuing its evolution as an asset-based transportation and logistics company in Southwest Michigan.
2013
RMI’s co-packing division reached full-scale production, supporting customers with retail display builds, club pack assembly, and specialized packaging solutions.
2015
RMI modernized its fleet by transitioning to exclusively new equipment, improving reliability, safety, and service performance.
2017
RMI’s Driver Apprenticeship Program was officially recognized by the U.S. Department of Labor as a Registered Apprenticeship Program, reinforcing the company’s commitment to workforce development in the trucking industry.
2022
Ashley Moyle-Kordish, with more than 11 years of experience across operations, logistics, and leadership roles, was promoted to CEO, representing the next generation of family leadership.
2023
RMI completed an additional 65,000 square foot expansion of its warehouse operations in Paw Paw, Michigan, bringing the main facility to over 300,000 square feet of industrial space.
2024
An additional 65 acres in Paw Paw, Michigan were approved for industrial development, supporting future warehouse and logistics expansion.
RMI was selected to transport WITney, the Women In Trucking Association’s mobile training and education center, reinforcing its commitment to advancing opportunities within the trucking industry.
2026
Elite Fleet Award Recipient
Ralph Moyle, Inc., headquartered in Mattawan, Michigan, was nationally recognized by the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) and the University of Denver as a 2026 TCA Elite Fleet – Best Place to Drive. This designation highlights RMI’s commitment to driver satisfaction, safety, and operational excellence within the transportation and logistics industry.
Career Catalyst Award Recipient
RMI received the 2026 Career Catalyst Award in recognition of its investment in workforce development, apprenticeship training, mentorship, and career pathway opportunities within the transportation industry.
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