Leaders who put people and safety first

Gazelle’s leadership team brings decades of field, operational, and industry experience. Through a hands-on approach, clear communication, and commitment to supporting Gazelle’s drivers and customers, they guide the work we’re proud of.

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Guidance rooted in experience

Gazelle’s leadership team is made up of people with a variety of professional backgrounds. Many began their careers as mechanics, drivers, dispatchers, or operations staff, giving them firsthand insight into the work our teams do every day. This informs the decisions they make and the standards they set. It also ensures our processes, training, and expectations are grounded in practical understanding, not theory—something our employees and customers value.

Lowered GHG emissions equivalent to

26,178,632,256

miles driven by the average passenger car

Reduced CO2 emissions equal to

1,156,745,808

gallons of gasoline consumed

Sequestered carbon equal to growing

169,980,684

tree seedlings for ten years

10,311,447

acres of U.S. forests for one year

A culture that supports people and their families

We believe people do their best work when they feel supported as whole individuals, not just employees. That means creating a workplace where drivers can expand their careers, maintain healthy routines, and balance the demands of work and home. We prioritize communication to make sure teams have what they need on and off the road. This people-first mindset is a top reason so many employees choose to stay with Gazelle for years.

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Ron Lallo

President & CEO

Valerie Lallo

Co-Owner/Payroll Administrator

Dan Swainston

COO

Danielle Pryor

HR & Compliance Director

Debbie Davis

Controller

Hector Del Toro

Area Operations Manager

Robert Whittington

Logistics Service Center Manager

Felix Cadena

Facilities Manager

Clark Felix

Logistics Planning Specialist

Juli Johnson

Accounts Payable Specialist

Aaron Watkins

Invoicing & Ticketing Specialist

Priscila Casey

HR Administrator

How we started

1992

Gazelle Transportation was founded in October 1992 by Jerry Eiler who purchased the assets of a small Bakersfield based hazardous waste hauler to form the company.

1993

In April 1993, Ron Lallo joined the Gazelle team as a mechanic. Ron steadily rose through the Gazelle Organization to General Manager and then President. Ron was able to exercise stock options and ultimately purchase Gazelle.

1993

1998

The company made the decision to narrow its focus to crude oil transportation in California, allowing for growth opportunities in this niche market. To facilitate this growth, Gazelle purchased the transportation assets of two key crude gathering companies in California, EOTT and Texaco Trading and Transportation.

2004

Ron Lallo exercised his option to purchase the company from Jerry Eiler, becoming the sole shareholder. During this time, Gazelle trademarked the slogan: Safely Delivering America’s Energy® and became a nationally respected and sought-after crude oil transportation company.

2009

Gazelle grew from 30 trucks to almost 200, with 500 employees. Revenue grew from $5.5MM to $62MM.

2015

In 2015, Gazelle began to feel the effects of the oil industry economic downturn and explored private equity opportunities.

2015

2016

In 2016, Gazelle partnered with private equity to help restructure the company to facilitate continued growth. In 2020, Ron departed from daily operations, while maintaining a minority ownership position in the company

2022

In September 2022, Ron Lallo purchased the remaining shares from private equity and returned as CEO to once again lead the organization as the sole share holder of Gazelle Transportation.

2022

2023

Growth continues

As Gazelle enters 2023, we are focused on evolving into an energy service company of the future. Today, our long-time core values of Safety, Quality, Technology and especially environment, are more important now than ever before. We genuinely believe that our best days are still ahead!

Why people go for Gazelle

Gazelle is built by people who take pride in the work they do and the team they do it with. We aim to deliver stability, opportunity, and a supportive environment where drivers can build long-term careers. These are a few of the reasons people decide to join—and stay for the long-haul.

Supportive culture

Gazelle works to be a place where everyone feels respected and supported. Drivers can count on clear expectations, open communication, and a team that looks out for one another and believes firmly in treating everyone with dignity and respect.

Consistency you can count on

With steady routes, predictable routines, and a variety of health and financial benefits, Gazelle offers the kind of reliability that helps drivers plan their lives and feel secure in their work.

Opportunities to grow

From paid trainings to the chance to learn new skills and take on added responsibility, Gazelle provides real opportunities for drivers to build a lasting, fulfilling career.

Equipment built for the job

Our state-of-the-art trucks and tools are maintained with care to support safe, dependable operations. Drivers can focus on the work itself, knowing their equipment is ready for the road.

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Prioritizing a responsibility to customers and community

We approach each decision with the broader picture in mind: the customers who rely on us, the drivers who represent us, and the communities and environments where we operate. Our focus is on doing what’s right by upholding strong safety expectations, adopting more sustainable technologies, and ensuring we operate as a responsible partner in California’s energy sector.

Get to know or join our team

Reach out to learn more about Gazelle and how we work to support our drivers and deliver dependable service for our customers.