Jacob (Jake) Battles
President – MaDex Associates
Jake Battles is the President of MaDex Associates, where he leads with a focus on building capacity solutions that strengthen partnerships across the logistics and transportation ecosystem. With a career rooted in sales, operations, and financial solutions for carriers and brokers, Jake brings a unique perspective to helping companies optimize freight networks, expand growth opportunities, and enhance long-term sustainability.
Prior to MaDex, Jake served as Vice President of Sales & Marketing at GuideOn Capital Solutions, where he worked alongside carriers, brokers, and shippers to deliver customized factoring and equipment financing strategies that improved cash flow and kept fleets moving. He has also held leadership roles within asset-based carriers, logistics platforms, equipment leasing and finance companies, giving him hands-on experience in aligning financial, operational, and technology-driven solutions.
Known for his collaborative approach, Jake works to position MaDex Associates as a trusted capacity consulting partner—bridging the gap between shippers, brokers, and carriers while supporting clients with scalable, efficient, and transparent freight solutions.
Outside of his professional role, Jake actively contributes to regional freight and infrastructure initiatives. He serves as Vice Chair of the Tennessee Trucking Association’s Young Professionals Council for Southeast Tennessee, helping develop the next generation of leaders in the trucking industry. In addition, he volunteers with Thrive Regional Partnership’s Freight & Infrastructure Committee and the Southeastern Tennessee Development District’s RPO advisory group, where he provides insight on freight mobility and infrastructure planning.
