Rod Franklin is the Founder of Rodman Xpress Trucking and Owner of  Vision Truck Driving School, a premier CDL training institution based in Desoto, Texas. 

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After launching Rodman Xpress, Rod quickly recognized a major gap in the industry- a shortage of well-trained, professional drivers who understood both the responsibility and the opportunity that a Commercial Driver's License provides. What began as a trucking company soon evolved into a larger mission. 

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That mission became Vision Truck Driving School.

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Driven by a commitment to economic empowerment and community impact, Rod established Vision in 2009 to provide individuals with more than just CDL training-he created a pathway to financial stability, career advancement, and generational change. Under his leadership, Vision has helped thousands of students obtain their CDL and secure meaningful employment in the transportation industry. Rod believes that a CDL is more than a license- it a tool that gives families a way to build, grow, and thrive.