Women in Breakbulk Americas Members
Inspiring a New Generation of Leaders
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Amber Gibson
Freight Broker
Ascent Global Logistics
United States
[email protected]
"My advice to women in the business is to persevere. Everyday when you wake up write down your daily goals that will lead to a larger goal and don't give up until you have achieved that goal."
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Angelina Ramirez
Executive Assistant to the Port Director/Board
Port of Galveston
United States
[email protected]
"My advise is to be good role models for the next generation, and to help promote women into successful leadership positions within the maritime industry."
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Anna Ward
Director, Commercial Development
Port of Mobile
United States
[email protected]
"Work hard, don't be intimidated and stand your ground. Don't stand for insults or disparaging sexist remarks, but don't be offended by every little thing. Instead, rise above it and you will come out the winner in the end anyway!"
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Annabel Simpson
General Manager
LS Cargo Logistics USA Corp.
United States
[email protected]
"Speak up, push in, don't hold back. And when you get discouraged, do it again."
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Armstrong Munaswamy
Al Madina Logistics Company SOAC
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Azmat Cheema
Central Logistics Shipping Co WLL
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Azure Moneypenny
Moneypenny trucking
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Barbara Burns
Customer Experience
Tucker Co. Worldwide
United States
[email protected]
"Don't be intimidated that the majority of the Industry is male."
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Brenda Fitzgerald
Director of Sales
e2log
United States
[email protected]
"You don’t have to do it all by yourself."
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Carmen Aranas
VP Global Sales
AGWorld
United States
[email protected]
“The opportunities are limitless. You can achieve whatever you set your heart and mind upon achieving. "
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Carmen Perez
Cole International
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Carrie Blakeslee
Reinsfelder Inc.
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Christina Buentello
CFS Manager
Cooper/Ports America
United States
[email protected]
"You can achieve anything you work hard for."
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Claudia Susana Barrios
Export Freight & Brokers Inc
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Colleen Simons
Project Account Manager
Expeditors International of Washington, Inc.
United States
[email protected]
"Lead by example and share your professional story with young women."
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Corina Barahona
Export Freight & Brokers Inc.
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Corinne Silbernagel
Sales Support Manager
C.H. Robinson Project Logistics
Canada
[email protected]
"Here's to strong women. May we know them. May we be them. May we raise them. ~Michelle Obama"
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Cynthia Worley
VP Strategic Accounts
SEDNA
United Kingdom
[email protected]
"women should support each other, collaborate and share knowledge."
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David Caramante
Hoegh Autoliners, Inc.
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David Pupco
Sparx Logistics Canada LTD.
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Denise Leibson
CEO/ Operations Director
DX2 Logistics LLC
United States
[email protected]
"Work hard and be educated in what you do!"
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Diana Hamm
Journal of Commerce / S&P Global
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Dionne Ausby
CEO & Owner
AUSOME ENTERPRISES CORPORATION
United States
[email protected]
"Be fearless!"
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Dona Asciak
CEO
Convoy Logistics Providers Ltd.
Canada
[email protected]
"Gain the necessary tools to offer services in a competent, confident and straight forward manner and always be grateful for the opportunities received. This will keep you grounded and open to new growth"
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Eileen Wang
Business Development Executive
United O7 Americas
United States
[email protected]
"Forget about the Gender War. Today, gender equality is one of the most popular topics worldwide, and gender quality in the business landscape is no exception to the rule."
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Emily Lai
Deputy Chief Surveyor - Gulf Ports
National Cargo Bureau
United States
[email protected]
"Be confident. Be true to your values."
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Esmeralda Smith-Garcia
DB Schenker Ltd
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Fabiana Lazoski
BBC Chartering
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Fidan Mollayeva
National Pricing Manager
Kuehne + Nagel Inc.
United States
[email protected]
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Gabriela Vasquez
TRADINTER SA, TRANSPORTE Y REPRESENTACIONES INTERN
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Ghauri Muhammad Ajaz
SEA FALCON LOGISTICS
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Gina Delle Rose-Ash
Trade Development & Industry Relations
Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority
United States
[email protected]
"Know that your contribution is valuable."
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Holly Williams
General Manager Port Operations
Dockside Logistics
United States
[email protected]
"Working to bring other women into leadership is an important way to advance the change we need. But it’s also true that the most critical change starts with shaping ourselves, the area where we have the most control."
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Idayat Bolanle Muse
Association of Nigerian Licensed Custom
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Iryna Kyianytsia
Commercial Executive
Antonov Company dba Antonov Airlines
United States
[email protected]
"Be strong and never give up".
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Jackeline Rodriguez
Export Freight & Brokers Inc.
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Janet Nodar
Senior Editor
Journal of Commerce/IHS Markit
United States
[email protected]
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Janice Buford
Account Manager
Briggs Equipment
United States
[email protected]
"Be your own motivator, not everyone will believe in you. You have to believe in yourself. And know more than the boys, woman are certainly tested on our industry knowledge."
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Jason Lykens
Norden Shipping LLC
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Jayne Martinez
President and CEO
Global Movement Logistics LLC
United States
[email protected]
"Keep trying, keep learning, set your goals and be patiente with you."
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Jaynie De Petris
Director, Sales and Marketing
Liberty Global Logistics LLC
United States
[email protected]
"Let's stay connected."
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Jeanette St Pierre
Canadian Pacific Railway
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Jennifer Plymyer
Business Development Project Coordinator
TLR - Total Logistics Resource, Inc.
United States
[email protected]
"It is important to not only promote ourselves, but to support and celebrate each other as women in international business. Every one of us has the potential to inspire another."
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Jessica Healy
Director of Sales and Marketing
Larkin Express Logistics
United States
[email protected]
"It's not a "man's world". After all, you are in it too, right? For me, it's mindset. In an office of 12 men, I am the only female. With that said, we are all on the same team. I've got their backs, and I know they've got mine."
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Jessica Pendleton
BNSF Railway
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Joseph Powell
Safety & Security Manager
Ports of Pascagoula - Pascagoula, MS
United States
[email protected]
"Never take no for an answer. When you know you have the solution to a problem"
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Julie Wilkins
ITAR Export Supervisor
TLR
United States
[email protected]
"Hard work and consistency will pay off. Keep pushing forward and be your own advocate."
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Julieta Navarro
SINESS MANAGER
SUDECO INT
United States
[email protected]
"In a industry were usually there is 1 women per 5 men in every meeting, make sure your voice is always heard."
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Karen Fernandez
Procurement Representative
ChampionX
United States
[email protected]
"Constantly strive to grow your knowledge."
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Karen Wellner
General Manager
CH Robinson Project Logistics
Canada
[email protected]
"Build a strong network both personally and professionally."
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Karisa Mc Kenzie
Brand Marketing Executive
Cargo Consolidators Agency Limited
Trinidad and Tobago
[email protected]
"In this business, growth can only be realized when we let go of our safety blankets. Take the risks necessary to lead you in the direction to achieve your personal goals and that of your organizations."
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Katherine Howell
Logistics Manager
HyAxiom, Inc
United States
[email protected]
"Don’t be afraid to try things outside of your comfort zone."
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Kathleen Ponter
Producer
EPIC
United States
[email protected]
"Women can succeed in a male dominated industry if they have grit and determination."
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Khurram Mahmood
MNJ Shipping Line Pvt
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Khurram Mahmood
MNJ SHIPPING LINE
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Kimberly Hendershot
Director of Freight Forwarding Operations
TQL Global, LLC
United States
[email protected]
"Your value is not in what you know, your value is in what you teach to others."
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Kirby Kinda
Key Account Manager
National Air Cargo, Inc.
United States
[email protected]
"Build a strong, diverse support network and absorb the wisdom of those who are willing to share their experience in this ever-evolving industry."
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La Teasha Smith
Owner
The Unbeatable Connection
United States
[email protected]
"Never stop learning and going for your goals."
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Lakeisha Roberson
CEO
Change The Game logistics
United States
[email protected]
"Step outside of your comfort zone and push yourself beyond your limits to achieve more. Understanding your true capabilities will help you to expect more for yourself."
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Latonia Pouncey
President and CEO
FREIGHTFEM SOLUTIONS
United States
[email protected]
"Know that you belong here and ask for what you want!"
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Laura Camcioglu
Director of Special Projects
Port of Galveston
United States
[email protected]
"Lead with passion, be clear on your vision, learn from others, make the most of opportunities that unfold along the way, never give up and always believe in yourself."
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Laura Otero
A1 WORLDWIDE LOGISTICS
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Laurie Nelson-Cooley
Manager of Business Development
Port of Longview
United States
[email protected]
"Cultivate confidence, be assertive but willing to learn, and stay positive."
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Leah Cassidy
BNSF Railway
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Lenora Brown
VP Business Development
Gateway Logistics Group
United States
"Keep a win file on hand - you'll need more evidence than you should of your success."
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Luis Felix
Rannik Agencias Navieras
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Maria Cartier
Market Development Manager
Port of Milwaukee
United States
[email protected]
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Marina Orozco
Warehouse and Bonded Facilties Manager
ATP - ISTASA
Mexico
[email protected]
"Keep learning all you can."
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Mattie Bowles
Account Manager
Briggs Equipment
United States
[email protected]
"Be bold & confident!"
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Melanie Patterson
Integrity Transit Co.
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Michelle Allen
Customer Sales
Trinity Logistics
United States
[email protected]
"Stay strong and show them what you can do."
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Mike Spiers
A1 Transportation
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Muhammad Ikram
BEST ENTERPRISES
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Muhammad Wasim Vayani
MNJ Shipping Line Pvt
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Muhammad Wasim Vayani
MNJ SHIPPING LINE
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Myriam Rios
Logistics Specialist
Allied Steel Buildings
United States
[email protected]
"Be a solver in times of challenges"
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Nicole Pugh
Freight Broker
LOGPAC Logistics LLC
United States
[email protected]
"Talk to yourself like you'd talk about your best friend, Just try!!!!"
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Nikisha Reagan
CEO
NR SWANKS FREIGHT BROKERAGE LLC
United States
[email protected]
"Anything is possible"
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Nikki Tarver
Business Development Manager
Martin Bencher USA, LLC.
United States
[email protected]
"Keep going, keep growing!"
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Omar Alnahi
Al Rashed United Shipping Serv Co
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Ousmanou Ngam
GLOBAL TRADE LOGISTICS CANADA INC
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Penny Burney
Office Manager
Cooper/Ports America
United States
[email protected]
"Women can succeed in the Maritime Industry, in fact any industry. I network with many ladies (WIMO) and together we are united, so when I am the only woman in the meeting I have confidence and ambition. I am knowledgeable in my field and speak up."
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Prarthana Shinde
Commercial Director
Ceyline Shipping Services Pvt Ltd
India
[email protected]
"Choose your prospective investor carefully and their expectation .. Be Strong , work hard and never give up ..."
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Quanche Mcleod
Safe Loads Dispatch and Logistics
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Rebecca Van Horn
Georgia-Pacific LLC
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Renata Malina Pfeffer
C.H.Robinson
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Rommy Gonzalez
Omega Trading Cargo Inc
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Ron Madill
SPRUCE HOLLOW HEAVY HAUL.LTD.
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Rosa Primiani
CH Robinson Project Logis
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Rowena Balasote
C.H. Robinson
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Sage Nettlow
FR. Meyer`s Sohn North America
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Sam Madill
SPRUCE HOLLOW HEAVY HAUL.LTD.
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Samantha Ekins
MD MEA
Oceanic Resources International MEA LLC FZ
UAE
[email protected]
"In business always find the smartest people you can and surround yourself with them!"
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Sarah Moran
Marketing Manager
SEDNA
United States
[email protected]
"Women should support each other and celebrate the success of women. This can be achieved in so many different ways including mentoring & giving each other learning & development opportunity."
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Shannon Gonzales
Expeditors
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Shanta Latchman
Senior Manager - Porject Logistics
C.H. Robinson Project Logistics
Canada
[email protected]
"Always stay strong regardless of the fight and never compromise yourseld"
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Stacey Simpson
Sales Team Lead
SLRC Enterprise
Trinidad and Tobago
[email protected]
"Being a woman is an asset, our emotions should be considered a super power, it is the fuel which drives us to keep on reaching our goals. Our emotional self awareness can be channeled to achieve greatness, because without passion, there is no purpose."
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Stacy Baig
Cargo Consolidators Agency Limited
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Stephanie Sinclair
Mainfreight USA
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Susan St. Germain
Director of Projects
LV Shipping
United States
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Tania Smith
Logistics Manager
S&B Engineers and Constructors
United States
[email protected]
"Develop a strong network, work hard, don’t be intimidated, look for opportunities to excel in this industry, networking in conferences and associations has a great value and, it will keep you to be up to date with industry updates."
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Tara Rogers
Vice President of Operations
TigerHawk Logistics
United States
[email protected]
"It doesn't take a certain gender to do this job, it takes a certain drive and mindset. Knowing your value and owning it is important. Never stop educating and bettering yourself though because there is always something new to learn to do the job better"
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Tehmina Jalal
CX Manager - OOG/BBK
Maersk
United States
[email protected]
"Own your power."
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Teri Mims
Heavy Line CCR
Briggs Equipment
United States
[email protected]
"Safety First in ANY Environment, Listen to Customers & Prospects Needs, Be Confident, But Honest With Your Responses, Never Be Afraid To Ask Questions, Don't be afraid to get your hands dirty"
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Tone Trondsen
CEO & Founder
Workplace Safety Screenings
United States
[email protected]
"Trust in your abilities: If you know you can do something, don't wait to have your ability validated by someone else. The difference between success & failure can come down to timing, so waiting for someone else to validate you could cost you your dream."
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Tuba Roberts
Logistics Specialist
Enterprise Products
United States
[email protected]
"We are the change!"
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Veronica Vasquez
General Manager
TRADINTER SA, TRANSPORTE Y REPRESENTACIONES INTERN
Ecuador
[email protected]
"Don´t see this industry as a mans world, there is plenty of space for women as well."
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Victoria Cmeciu
Branch Manager
Gebruder Weiss
United States
[email protected]
"Competition breeds the best results, stay focus and be creative."
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Vijeta Suvarna
RUSHABH SEALINK AND LOGISTIC PVT LTD
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Vishal Pankaj Mehta
RUSHABH SEALINK AND LOGISTIC PVT LTD
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Vontrice Brown
On The Road Dispatching LLC
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Willie Gavinchuk
WILLIE`S ROUTE SOLUTIONS
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Xin Gao
Quebec Delegate in Houston
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Yuliana Wu
Bechtel Global Logistics Operations Manager
Bechtel Corporation
United States
[email protected]
"Work hard, be resilient, be purpose driven and trust in your own abilities. Never give up and keep learning!"