About Us

Founded three generations ago, Nebraska Warehouse has grown and diversified through steady
expansion, adapting to industry changes and evolving with each new phase of leadership. Over the
years, the company has built on its foundation by launching sister companies, The Junction and
Cannonball Express, extending its services and reach within the logistics sector. Today, Nebraska
Warehouse and its sister companies proudly stand as fully woman-owned businesses—a testament to
their resilience, adaptability, and commitment to inclusive leadership. This transformation not only
honors a legacy rooted in family values but also paves the way for a new era of innovation and
empowerment in the logistics industry, inspiring future generations of women to lead with confidence.

1957: The Founding of Nebraska Warehouse

Dave Meyers established Nebraska Warehouse in 1957 after relocating to Omaha, Nebraska, to engage in the storage and sale of burlap bags

1963

Dave Meyers and his brothers — (from left to right: Bernie Meyers, Dave Meyers, Jon Meyers, Bruce Meyers)

Dave’s brother Bernie Meyers joined Nebraska Warehouse.

1964

Nebraska Warehouse opened up a second location.

1970: The Founding of Cannonball Express:

Cannonball Express was established to serve local delivery needs of Nebraska Warehouse.

Cannonball Express started with dry vans and intermodal trailers.

Cannonball Express began serving intermodal customers within 300 miles of the Omaha
railhead.

As the industry grew, Cannonball Express began to include flatbeds, pup trailers, and lift
gates.

1977

Bruce, Bernie’s son, joined Nebraska Warehouse, marking the start of the second generation in the family business.

1980

Jon Meyers joined the business.

1995

Cannonball Express began working in the refrigerated trucking business.

In the 1990s, the team realized what they had been doing for years was called “logistics”.
In 1995 the company gained a fleet of ten refrigerated trucks. This helped them see the
growing need for refrigerated and frozen LTL services. With experience in warehousing
and logistics combined with specialized knowledge in refrigerated trucking, Nebraska
Warehouse successfully developed this part of the business.

Early 2000s

Aerial view of Nebraska Warehouse — 10064 S. 134th St. Omaha, NE 68138

Nebraska Warehouse expanded its services by adding freight brokering to its offerings.

Nebraska Warehouse moved to one of its current locations.

2007

Tamara (Meyers) Draeger joined Nebraska Warehouse, marking the start of the third generation in the family business.

2010

James Meyers joined Nebraska Warehouse.

2014: The Founding of The Junction

The Junction was established.

The Junction has worked with several freight brokers to extend their services from the
eastern part of the country to the western half. Now, The Junction delivers to all 48
states every week.

2016

Tamara and James bought out their father and uncle for ownership of Nebraska Warehouse, The Junction, and Cannonball Express.

June 2022
CEO Tamara (Meyers) Draeger: