In 1971, the Djuric family arrived in the United States from the former Yugoslavia, driven by a singular dream: to carve out a better life in the land of opportunity. Settling on Chicago’s South Side, Jim Djuric, alongside his parents and six siblings, faced the harsh realities of immigrant life. The path to the American Dream was no easy road—it was a battle for survival. Confronted by local challenges, Jim took up boxing at a neighborhood gym, not only learning to defend himself but rising to become a Golden Glove boxer in the process. Through grit and determination, he forged a path forward.

Through decades of blood, sweat, and tears, Djuric Trucking transformed from a single truck into one of the Midwest’s premier trucking companies. Each family member and friend who joined brought their own dedication, turning challenges into opportunities and setbacks into stepping stones. The company’s success is a testament to the collective spirit of everyone involved.