PARS has hired Julie Allen as a regional sales manager for the Southeast region, the vehicle logistics company has announced.

Allen is responsible for achieving key sales objectives by managing existing and new client relations in the company's southeast territory. She joins PARS with over 10 years of business development and sales experience that includes the fleet vehicle transport sector, according to the company.

Allen left AmeriFleet, which she joined in 2013. Most recently, she was director of sales for the company, which was acquired by MetroGistics in a merger that was announed in January. Prior to 2013, she served in various business development roles.

Allen reports to Terry Langness, vice president of national sales. Her territory includes Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Texas.  

"Given our cutting-edge technology [that's] designed expressly for complex vehicle transport and logistics projects, a keen understanding of the market is critical," Langness said. "Julie's specific experience in our market and her business acumen will allow her to hit the ground running. She has already earned a reputation for fostering deep, long-term relationships with her customers."