Sandra Dearden - President & CEO
As the head of the organization, Sandra Dearden oversees all aspects of its operations, including finance, business development, and consulting operations.
Under her leadership, the company has achieved significant milestones and expanded its reach in the market. Sandra is committed to delivering high-quality services to clients and creating a positive work culture for employees.
In Sandra's personal time she enjoys reading & writing. Sandra is a 2x published author,
A Place for Me: An Orphan's Journey Home
&
The Skunk With a Powerful Scent.
Sandra is currently working on her third book, which will be published in 2026.
Sandra@takehighroad.com
Don McKay - Executive Vice President
Donald McKay has over 30 years of experience in finance and accounting. He is responsible for Highroad Consulting, Ltd.'s financial activities.
Don manages day-to-day operations and consulting teams ensuring that projects progress smoothly and are completed on time. He performs fleet optimization studies, demurrage and mileage equalization analysis, audits, and cost studies. He has a reputation for improving operational efficiency and problem-solving.
Don has held various managerial positions from General, Cost Accounting, IT, Payroll, and HR manager in manufacturing environments, to Corporate Accounting Manager, Controller, Business Manager, and Corporate Officer in construction equipment, lift truck distribution, and construction. He also has 20 years of part-time experience working with security and CCTV systems. He joined Highroad Consulting, Ltd. in 2010. Don attended Loyola University and earned a Bachelor of Science in Accounting, with minors in Finance and Psychology from Elmhurst University.
Don@takehighroad.com
Simon Pirok - Manager Client Services
Simon joined Highroad in November 2022, as a Transportation Coordinator. He was promoted to Manager Client Services in September 2024. In that role, he is responsible for freight bill payment and audits for transportation operations for Highroad’s retainer clients.
Simon is Highroad’s in-house expert on implementation and utilization of TMS software. He also maintains Highroad Consulting, Ltd’s rail costing model, INSIGHT: RailEdition©, and he produces research and data for special projects, including benchmarking studies, tariff research and demurrage audits.
Simon@takehighroad.com
Ben Bombin - Marketing Specalist
Ben is our newest addition to our team. Ben focuses on branding and market research for Highroad Consulting. Ben's efforts have included enhancing the website branding & SEO ratings, along with innovating marketing strategies to enhance clientele reach.
In Ben's personal time he enjoys golfing in the spring & summer. Along with being a very avid outdoorsman in the fall & winter seasons.
Ben@takehighroad.com