In the past, securing loads meant endless phone calls, waiting on brokers, and competing against dozens of drivers for the same freight. Today, artificial intelligence is flipping that model on its head. With AI-powered load boards and digital freight matching, box truck operators can find and secure work faster, smarter, and more profitably.

1. Local Freight Brokerage & Logistics Firms Start by connecting with national brokerage firms that have local presence, or at least regional reach right here in Connecticut: XPO Logistics, headquartered in Greenwich, CT. A global player with a strong footprint in regional logistics.inteklogistics.com Top-tier national brokers such as C.H. Robinson, Total Quality Logistics (TQL), Echo Global Logistics, Coyote, and Worldwide Express, while not based in CT, often collaborate with regional carriers.inteklogistics.com 2. State-Specific Brokerage Matches Some Connecticut-registered brokerage entities show up in federal databases: AA Adebowale Freight Brokers LLC — CT-based (Bridgeport).SAFER Web KTS Trucking Brokerage LLC — Hartford-based.SAFER Web Others flagged in the database include New Atlantic Waste and Recycling Brokers LLC (North Haven, CT) and Global Machine Brokers LLC (Guilford, CT).SAFER Web Tip: These companies may not specialize in small, non-CDL box truck loads—but reaching out can uncover niche opportunities, especially for local, lighter freight. 3. Load Boards & Brokerage Networks (Indirect Route) Even if you’re bypassing traditional brokers, these tools still connect you with them—and with shippers directly: DAT Load Board: Widely regarded as the largest freight matching platform in the U.S.—over 400 million loads a year. It attracts not only shippers, but brokers who specialize in box truck loads.WikipediaDAT TruckLoads (via Trucker Path): A mobile-friendly platform that connects truckers with posted freight from brokers and shippers nationwide.Wikipedia Right Now Loads (RNL): Offers a huge national database of shippers, brokers, and carriers with direct contact options—great if you want to reach out proactively.rightnowloads.com 4. Quick Reference Table          Type                                                         Name / Platform CT                                             Focus                                               Best ForNational Broker (local HQ)                     XPO Logistics                                                 Greenwich, CT                       Regional loads, contract work National Brokers (no HQ)             C.H. Robinson, TQL, Echo, Coyote, etc.               National Brand                        Freight access in the Northeast CT-Registered Freight Brokers    AA Adebowale,KTS Trucking Brokerage, etc.  Bridgeport, Hartford, etc.     Local freight, potential niche opportunities Load Board / Marketplace            DAT Load Board, TruckLoads, RNL                      Nationwide                          Direct matching with brokers/shippers        Pro Tips for Working with Brokers—Especially for Non-CDL Box Trucks Highlight your non-CDL advantage: Pitch yourself as nimble and cost-efficient—many local runs (furniture, appliances, retail, etc.) don’t need a CDL and appreciate smaller trucks. Use platforms strategically: Start with DAT or TruckLoads to establish contacts, then circle back with your top-performing brokers. Direct outreach works: Visit or call brokers like KTS Trucking Brokerage, or network via local freight associations such as the Motor Transport Association of Connecticut (MTAC). Build trust with repeat relationships: Deliver consistently, be reliable, and fees go down while loyalty goes up. Wrap-Up: Where to Begin Sign up for DAT Load Board—it’s a powerful starting point for broker engagement.WikipediaDAT Download TruckLoads by Trucker Path for app-based load discovery.Wikipedia Explore Right Now Loads for direct access to thousands of brokers and shippers nationwide.rightnowloads.com Reach out to XPO Logistics (Greenwich) and CT-registered brokers like AA Adebowale or KTS Trucking Brokerage to see if they can match your upsides with local freight needs. Now that you know where to find work, let's look at how to introduce yourself.  A strong introduction gives you a better chance of getting your foot in the door.  Perfect. Outreach messages to brokers and shippers need to be short, confident, and professional. Below are drafts you can tailor depending on whether you’re reaching out by email, phone/voicemail, or LinkedIn message.  

If you’ve got a box truck sitting in your driveway and a dream of steady income, or you want to get started in the box truck business, but need work while waiting to join Amazon Relay, well, let me tell you this --Connecticut might be the right market. But here’s the thing, not all “opportunities” are real freight work. The trucking world, especially in smaller states, can be full of dead-end leads, lowball offers, and apps that promise loads but deliver nothing but headaches. Let’s cut through the BS and get you some real work.