United Express System, Inc. of Aurora, Illinois has been named as a recipient of the �Small Business of the Year� award by the Greater Aurora (IL) Chamber of Commerce. The Award which was announced by the Chamber at its May 19th Annual Meeting coincides with United Express�s 20th year in business.

In 1985 Brad and Janice Westrom, United Express owners, started serving the Fox Valley area as an on-call messenger service. Today the company has expanded and diversified into local cartage, expedited freight, distribution, warehousing and fulfillment services.

United Express System has grown into one of the most widely used services of its type and prides itself on long term partnering and outstanding customer service.

The Westrom�s credit their continuing success on the loyalty and dedication of their employees who continuously strive to be #1 in customer service. Brad stated that �without great customer service we would not exist. We have persevered through many ups and downs during the early years, but it is now paying off mainly in happy customers. We try to go the extra mile and perform that which others can�t or won�t.�