Logistics Plus Chief Operating Officer (COO) Yuriy Ostapyak was selected to Erie’s 40 Under 40 list, published by the Erie Reader. Erie’s 40 Under 40 is an annual list that features 40 young entrepreneurs, creative thinkers, and leaders shaping the future of Erie. For 2023, over 300 people who have had a hand in making Erie a more knowledgeable and fair place to live were nominated. Ultimately, only 40 winners were selected.
When your list of accomplishments includes starting out as a foreign exchange student college intern, working at a company in a small office of 30 employees, to then becoming COO and overseeing that same small office turn into a global company with over 1,000 employees, raking in half a billion dollars in revenue, AND climbing to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, it is safe to say that Yuriy Ostapyak is the stuff of 40 Under 40 legend.
Born in Ivano-Frankivsk, Ukraine, Yuriy came to Erie and attended Villa Maria Academy, followed by Edinboro University, before returning to Ukraine to complete his graduate studies in international economics at the Kyiv National Economic University. And he has put his degrees to good use in Erie as he has become the chief operating officer of Logistics Plus, an international company headquartered here in Erie (at Union Station) that specializes in freight transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, technology, and supply chain management solutions. All this is to say, Yuriy is very good at moving things around the globe.
And he is excited to keep Erie as his home base, “We love Erie, love the Erie community. We are committed to investing in Union Station as the long-term global headquarters of Logistics Plus. We are committed to making this a great place to work and serving the community through creating opportunities for young talent to thrive. We have already invested millions of dollars into our opportunity zone, and will continue to invest in making this an area that is welcoming and prospering.”
Yuriy’s love for Erie is also paired with a love for his birthplace, Ukraine. When Russia attacked Ukraine, Logistics Plus rallied support locally and beyond to Ukrainians, raising over $660,000 in relief and providing other aid. When he’s not busy fundraising or traveling the globe on behalf of his business, Yuriy enjoys hiking, taking walks, and playing golf.
Congratulations to Yuriy and the rest of Erie’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2023 on this well-deserved honor!
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American University Kyiv
05 Jul, 2023, 09:00 ET
American University Kyiv Receives Significant Donation from Logistics Plus to Fund ‘Build Solid Futures’ Scholarships for Talented Ukrainian Students
TEMPE, Ariz., July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — American University Kyiv (AUK), powered by Arizona State University, announces a major donation from Logistics Plus, Inc. to the Build Solid Futures scholarship program, which provides AUK students with merit-based, need-based, and wartime scholarships. This donation was made in partnership with the Institute of International Education (IIE). AUK is the first university in Ukraine based on American education standards and strives to create an optimum environment for young talent to develop their professional skills and drive progress while remaining in their homeland, Ukraine.
Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP) stands as a global leader in innovative supply chain solutions, driven by a “Passion for Excellence.” With over 1,000 dedicated employees and a presence in 45 locations worldwide, LP goes beyond customer service, actively uplifting the communities it touches. LP made a significant financial contribution to support Ukrainian youth amidst the challenges of a large-scale war, demonstrating their belief in education and their relentless commitment to making a positive impact. LP’s passion and determination align with AUK to forge a path towards a brighter future, inspiring hope and resilience in the face of adversity, while leaving an indelible legacy as a transformative force for Ukraine’s future.
“Logistics Plus is wholeheartedly committed to supporting the rebuilding efforts in Ukraine, actively standing with the nation during these challenging times. We have raised and donated over $1 million in total relief funds. Furthermore, we are actively raising funds to acquire and transport essential power generators while also focusing on other critical needs. Our most recent effort involved funding, procuring, and equipping two mobile trauma vans, enabling medics in Bakhmut to provide vital assistance. By contributing to the AUK Build Solid Futures scholarship program, we aim to fortify the support for Ukraine’s bright future by investing in the remarkable youth who will shape tomorrow’s Ukraine.” – said Jim Berlin, Founder & CEO of Logistics Plus.
For this fund-raising campaign in the USA, AUK is partnering with the Institute of International Education (IIE), a global not-for-profit organization that works with thousands of U.S. and international educational institutions and more than 29,000 students, scholars, and professionals each year.
“Every contribution to the future of Ukrainian students has a significant input in the global perspective. At AUK, we strive to help Ukraine to win the war and facilitate the recovery. Our fundraising campaign is aimed to expand access to high-quality education for promising youth from Ukraine, paying additional attention to the children of fallen Ukrainian heroes. We are very thankful to Logistics Plus and Jim Berlin for their tremendous efforts in helping Ukraine and joining us in this inspiring mission to help grow the future leaders of Ukraine,” outlined Dan Rice, AUK President.
Information on the scholarship and how to support it can be found at the link below. All contributions are 501c3 tax deductible within the United States and IIE provides all documentation for donors. https://www.iie.org/programs/american-university-of-kyiv.
The Build Solid Futures program provides AUK students with merit-based, need-based, and wartime scholarships that contribute to Ukraine’s young generation, its resistance and its commitment to freedom. AUK has created fully funded scholarships for veterans, widows/widowers and children of the Fallen Heroes – those who lost a parent in the war. A full four-year bachelor’s scholarship to pay 100% of a young person’s education is U.S. $32,000.
American University of Kyiv (www.auk.edu.ua) is offering a U.S. higher education standard in Ukraine through its partnership with Arizona State University (ASU), one of the largest universities in the U.S. and ranked by U.S. News & World Report as the most innovative university in the U.S. American University Kyiv delivers an American standard of excellence in higher education through its expanding portfolio of undergraduate, graduate, and lifelong learning programs.
Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP) (https://www.logisticsplus.com/) is a 21st Century Logistics Company™ and a leading worldwide provider of transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, technology, and supply chain solutions. Logistics Plus was founded in 1996 and today has annual global sales of over $500M with more than 1,000 employees located in 45+ countries worldwide. It is recognized as one of the fastest-growing privately-owned logistics companies, a top 3PL provider, a top 100 logistics company, a top freight brokerage and warehousing provider, and a great place to work.
Institute of International Education(www.iie.org) was founded in 1919 and works with a range of corporate, government, and foundation partners across the globe to design and manage scholarship, study abroad, workforce training, and leadership development programs. IIE has a network of 18 offices and affiliates worldwide and over 1,300 member institutions. It administers over 29,000 scholarships in 180 countries annually, including the Fulbright Scholarships, Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship and many others.
Logistics Plus (LP) China is excited to announce the opening of a new office in Qingdao! Mona Zhong will manage the Qingdao office, which is now the fifth Logistics Plus office located in China, joining the LP Ningbo, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Tianjin offices. With Mona and her team’s expertise in global logistics operations, the LP Qingdao office will specialize in the following:
Imports and exports
International air freight
International ocean freight
Customs clearance
Global logistics
Supply chain solutions
Qingdao is classified as a large-port Metropolis. The city is a major seaport, naval base, and commercial and financial center. Qingdao attracts many tourists due to its seaside setting and temperate weather. Qingdao is also home to one of the world’s busiest seaports. It is widely considered the most crucial port for West Pacific trade, and cooperative relations have been established with 450 ports in 130 countries worldwide. The port of Qingdao was ranked the 8th busiest port in the world in 2023.
Logistics Plus Qingdao, China
7080 Central Plaza, No.20 Lianyungang Road
Building 3, Office 2103
Shibei District, Qingdao City
Shandong Province, China 266033
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Logistics Plus Managing Director -Middle East & Africa, Suchit Sehgal, was featured in the August 2023 edition of Cargo Talk Magazine titled ‘Building Blocks of the Supply Chain’. Suchit was featured on page 38 to discuss how Logistics Plus navigates a new era of freight forwarding.
Suchit commented on the digital revolution changing how business sectors operate. “Freight forwarders are leveraging data to enhance demand forecasting, introduce transparency, and ensure traceability.” He added, “The freight forwarding industry is poised for a transformative journey, steered by technological innovation, environmental sustainability, and geopolitical economic trends.”
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Scott Motter, Logistics Plus Manager of Safety, Warehousing, and Compliance, was featured on the weekly Business Spotlight program on WPSE AM 1450/FM 107.1 Radio. Business Spotlight is a 30-minute program airing Fridays and Saturdays at noon. Each segment focuses on a business or organization that is impacting the region.
In this segment, Scott discusses his background, role with the company, warehousing capabilities, safety policies, and more. You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus Podcasts page or by clicking below (it will open LP Radio on Spotify).
The Logistics Plus Project Cargo team has successfully completed another project, delivering an absorption tower from Turkey to Finland. The tower measured (in meters) 8,100 mm tall, 21,550 mm long, and weighed 59,854 kilograms. The cargo was trucked from the factory to the port in Turkey, loaded onto a vessel, and discharged at the port in Finland, where it was delivered to the destination.
Logistics Plus Chief Operating Officer (COO) Yuriy Ostapyak was selected to Erie’s 40 Under 40 list, published by the Erie Reader. Erie’s 40 Under 40 is an annual list that features 40 young entrepreneurs, creative thinkers, and leaders shaping the future of Erie. For 2023, over 300 people who have had a hand in making Erie a more knowledgeable and fair place to live were nominated. Ultimately, only 40 winners were selected.
When your list of accomplishments includes starting out as a foreign exchange student college intern, working at a company in a small office of 30 employees, to then becoming COO and overseeing that same small office turn into a global company with over 1,000 employees, raking in half a billion dollars in revenue, AND climbing to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro, it is safe to say that Yuriy Ostapyak is the stuff of 40 Under 40 legend.
