Meet The Team | James Freyder

Can you believe Thanksgiving is just two weeks away? Time flies, and with the holiday season upon us, our team is busier than ever, working hard to carry this momentum through the end of the year.

As part of our monthly tradition, we love highlighting a different member of the GRS team. For November, we’re excited to introduce you to James Freyder, our Logistics Manager!

About James

James Freyder was born and raised in Metairie, Louisiana, as one of three siblings. After graduating from St. Amant High School, James attended Louisiana State University, where he pursued his childhood dream of becoming a Disney animator by earning a degree in Graphic Design. Later, he returned to school at Medvance to obtain a second degree as an X-ray technician.

Before joining GRS in July 2015, James worked at McDonald’s as a truck driver and warehouse manager. His journey with GRS began as a warehouse manager in Baton Rouge, and over the past nine and a half years, he has grown into an essential member of our team.

James has played a key role in GRS’s expansion, spearheading significant office moves in Baton Rouge, Kenner, and Gulfport, and helping to establish our first offices in Jackson and Mobile. His expertise and dedication have been pivotal to our growth across multiple locations.

Beyond Work

James is married to his wife, Michelle, and together they have six children. When he’s not managing logistics for GRS, James enjoys spending time cooking, painting, watching sports, and joking around.

A die-hard sports fan, he loves the New Orleans Saints and LSU. He also enjoys following LSU athletes as they transition into professional careers—a true Tiger fan at heart!

Words of Wisdom from James

When asked to share advice, James offered thoughtful insights for both employees and leaders:

Advice to Employees:
"You can be anything you want to be. Just put your head down and work hard at it. Mistakes will happen, but learn from them and grow—that's the greatest experience you can have."

Advice to Leaders:
"I compare leaders to coaches. One-time UCLA Bruins Basketball Coach John Wooden once said, ‘A good coach can change a game. A great coach can change a life.’ That’s the impact great leadership should strive to have."

Join Our Team!

With locations in Lafayette, New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Jackson, Gulfport, and Mobile, GRS is always growing. If you or someone you know is looking for a new career opportunity, check out our website for a list of open positions.

Let’s continue building success together—just like James has done for nearly a decade!

Visit our Careers page today and start your journey with GRS!