About NextRisk, LLC

Safety Compliance & Risk Consulting for Commercial Transportation

Our Mission

NextRisk, LLC was founded with a singular focus: helping commercial transportation companies achieve and maintain safety compliance while reducing operational risk. We understand the unique pressures fleet operators face — regulatory demands, driver safety, and the bottom line — and we bring the expertise to address all three.

Three Pillars of Consulting Expertise

Safety Compliance

We guide fleets through FMCSA regulations, DOT audits, and compliance programs — keeping your operation on the right side of the law.

Risk Management

Identifying and mitigating at-risk behaviors before they become incidents. Our proactive approach reduces liability and protects your drivers.

Consulting Expertise

Decades of combined experience across diverse fleet types. We tailor our recommendations to your specific operation, size, and industry.

Why NextRisk?

Our experienced, certified team works directly with fleet managers and operators to build sustainable safety cultures. We don't just check boxes — we help you understand your risks, implement lasting solutions, and improve your safety performance scores. Available 24/7/365, we are always here when you need us.

Meet Our Lead Consultant

Steve Wilhelms, C.F.S. - A.S.C.

Founder & Principal Consultant

Steve Wilhelms brings decades of hands-on experience in commercial transportation safety and regulatory compliance. With a deep background in FMCSA regulations, DOT audit preparation, and fleet risk management, Steve has worked with carriers of all sizes — from regional operators to large national fleets. His practical, results-driven approach has helped clients reduce violations, improve safety scores, and build lasting compliance cultures. Steve founded NextRisk, LLC with a commitment to delivering the kind of expert guidance that makes a measurable difference for every client.