Logistics Plus Chief Operations Officer Yuriy Ostapyak was featured on the weekly Business Spotlight program from WPSE AM 1450/FM 107.1 Radio. Business Spotlight is a 30-minute program airing Fridays at noon. Each segment focuses on a business or organization that is making an impact across the region.
In this segment, Yuriy discusses his background, current supply chain challenges, recent growth, new offices worldwide, and more. You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus Podcasts page or by clicking the audio link below.
A new group of Logistics Plus employees completed the Dale Carnegie Skills for Success program at our global headquarters in Erie, PA. For the second time, Logistics Plus provided this foundational leadership program to 21 employees who volunteered to strengthen their people, communication, management, and leadership skills, build confidence, and manage stress more effectively. The course took place for four hours every Wednesday for eight weeks. The program will continue to be made available to additional Logistics Plus employees in the future.
The Dale Carnegie Skills for Success course has five main objectives:
Build greater self-confidence
Strengthen people skills
Enhance communication skills
Develop leadership skills
Reduce stress and improve our attitude
The Dale Carnegie program is used worldwide to help companies improve leadership skills and invest in their employees. Jim Berlin, Founder and CEO of Logistics Plus, has taken the course twice and wanted to allow his employees to experience it. Jim said, “In my mind, this course gives you the ‘tricks of the trade’ on how to become a better human being, how to get along with others, and how to get things done. I’d highly recommend it to everyone.”
Natalie Loucks, a Project Manager, was one of the employees who participated in the class. Natalie said, “When I first started the Dale Carnegie course, my personal goal was to gain confidence. During the first few weeks, my goal changed to managing stress and being more positive at work. This change was because I learned more about myself and how others view me. All the topics we covered were relevant, and the course provided ways to improve on leadership, influencing people, and public speaking, just to name a few. I know that anyone who participates in the class will find it to be a rewarding experience.” Upon completion of the class, Natalie won the ‘Highest Achiever’ award.
After the program, our employees expressed gratitude towards Jim and the Dale Carnegie team for providing them with this learning opportunity. The life lessons and leadership skills gained throughout this experience will never be forgotten.
Logistics Plus was once again a proud sponsor of the NDIA Swing for Freedom Golf Invitational held in Washington, D.C. The annual golf outing is hosted by the Washington, D.C. chapter of the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) and benefits the USO-Metro. Since 1941, the United Service Organization has served as the vital bridge between Americans and their military service members.
As seen in the image below, Ryan Markiewicz, Blaine Kurtz, and Mike Callan (from L-R) represented Logistics Plus in the outing. The team tied for second place by shooting 12 under par. More importantly, the team had a great time supporting this vital cause.
About the NDIA
The National Defense Industrial Association drives strategic dialogue in national security by identifying key issues and leveraging the knowledge and experience of its military, government, industry, and academic members to address them. For more than 100 years, NDIA has provided a platform through which leaders in government, industry, and academia can collaborate and provide solutions to advance the national security and defense needs of the nation.
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Logistics Plus Chief Operations Officer (COO) Yuriy Ostapyak was a guest speaker for a recent Rotary Club of Erie meeting. The topic of the discussion was titled ‘Supply Chain Twisted.’ Yuriy talked about his background, the growth of Logistics Plus, the company’s commitment to Erie, PA, current supply chain challenges, and more.
Yuriy commented on his familiarity with the Rotary Club. “I have a great deal of respect for the Rotary Club. When I first came to the United States, I was a Rotary Club exchange student in high school. The club provides many great opportunities, and it was great to see so many familiar faces.”
About the Rotary Club
Rotary is a global network of 1.2 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change – across the globe, in our communities, and ourselves. From the organization’s earliest days, Rotarians were concerned with promoting high ethical standards in their professional lives.
NEW BRANDING FURNITURE LOGISTICS NETWORK MACH-3000
Furniture logistics network MACH-3000 is ready for the future with fresh, clean and contemporary corporate identity. As of today, furniture logistics network MACH-3000 launches a new contemporary logo and its new, modern and user-friendly website www.mach3000.com. The new corporate identity suits the organization and its (future) ambitions: offering high-quality furniture logistics (B2B and B2C) worldwide.
MACH-3000 logistics service partners
The MACH-3000 is a group of renowned specialists in global furniture logistics including Fröde Möbelspedition, DB Schenker, LGT Logistics, Jan Krediet, Agediss, Klog Logistic Solutions, Mediterráneo and Logistics Plus. The joint mission: to offer high-quality and affordable furniture transport worldwide. The MACH-3000 not only meets the need for B2B and B2C transport; the group also offers product handling, warehousing and value added services such as (re)packaging, labeling, customs services, assembly and disposal of packaging. With their new, fresh and contemporary corporate identity and website, the MACH-3000 is ready for the future.
The Logistics Plus Project Cargo team completed an air charter project from Brno, Czech Republic, to Karaman, Turkey. Our team handled a 72 metric ton (158,730 lbs.) steam turbine and its accessories using an AN-124 aircraft specifically designed to handle oversized cargo. The cargo was transported from Brno airport to Istanbul airport and ultimately safely delivered to the job site in Turkey by truck.
Logistics Plus Global Projects Director Bahadir Erdil commented on this project. “This air charter took an extreme amount of teamwork to complete. By constantly communicating with all parties involved, we were able to get the job done efficiently. I couldn’t be more proud.”
Logistics Plus Chief Operations Officer Yuriy Ostapyak was featured on the weekly Business Spotlight program from WPSE AM 1450/FM 107.1 Radio. Business Spotlight is a 30-minute program airing Fridays at noon. Each segment focuses on a business or organization that is making an impact across the region.
