by logisticsplus | Dec 9, 2022 | News
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ICIC recognizes Logistics Plus as a 2022 Inner City 100 Award Winner
The IC100 celebrates the 100 fastest-growing businesses in under-resourced communities across the country.
ERIE, PA (December 9, 2022) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is proud to announce it has been recognized as a 2022 Inner City 100 (IC100) award winner by the Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC). Logistics Plus was #46 on the list with a 141.15% growth rate.
The IC100 celebrates the 100 fastest-growing businesses in under-resourced communities across the country. The list represents a distinguished group of businesses that are catalysts of opportunity, optimism, and transformation in their respective communities.
“Small businesses continue to face unprecedented challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic and climate disasters occurring around the world,” said Steve Grossman, CEO of ICIC. “We are tremendously proud of our 2022 winners’ perseverance and look forward to watching them continue to grow.”
“We pride ourselves on being good and generous corporate citizens in Erie and around the world,” said Jim Berlin, Founder & CEO of Logistics Plus. “We are humbled and honored to be recognized as one of the growing IC100 companies. Growth equals opportunity and fun and provides more ways to give back, so that is our mantra.”
View the complete IC100 list here:
https://icic.org/inner-city-100-winners/2022/
About Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC)
Initiative for a Competitive Inner City (ICIC) was founded by renowned Harvard Business School Professor Michael Porter in 1994 as a research and strategy organization that today is widely recognized as the preeminent authority on the economies of under-resourced communities. ICIC drives inclusive economic prosperity in under-resourced communities through innovative research and programs to create jobs, income, and wealth for local residents. Learn more at www.icic.org.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a 21st-century logistics company that provides freight transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Jim Berlin founded the company nearly 26 years ago in Erie, PA. Today, Logistics Plus is a highly regarded, fast-growing, and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With its trademark Passion For Excellence™, Logistics Plus employees put the ‘plus’ in logistics by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
The Logistics Plus® network includes offices, warehouses, and agents located in Erie, PA; Aurora, CO; Buffalo, NY; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Chino, CA; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Colton, CA; Dallas, TX; Dayton, NJ; Des Moines, IA; Haslet TX; Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; Lexington, NC; Los Angeles, CA; Meadville, PA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Norfolk, VA; Olean, NY; Ontario, CA; Phoenix, AZ; San Francisco, CA; Tulsa, OK; Vancouver, WA; Australia; Belgium; Brazil; Canada; China; Colombia; Czech Republic; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Malaysia; Mexico; Netherlands; Poland; Saudi Arabia; Singapore; Taiwan; Thailand; Turkey; UAE; Uganda; and Vietnam; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.
Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
CMO & LTL Carrier Relations
Logistics Plus, Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com
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by logisticsplus | Nov 22, 2022 | News
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Logistics Plus Opens Two New Offices in Poland
New offices in Katowice and Gdańsk join the existing Poland office in Rzeszow to enhance services across the region.
ERIE, PA (November 22, 2022) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is pleased to announce that it has opened two new offices in Poland. One office is in Katowice, and the other is in Gdańsk. Logistics Plus has an existing third office in Rzeszow that opened in 1999.
Long-time employee Pawel Wronski manages the Logistics Plus Rzeszow office. The new Katowice office will be managed by Ola Kenig, who will oversee all of the “LP Poland” general operations. The new office in Gdańsk will be managed by Slawek Michalak, who will lead all special projects within the region.
“We feel like eventually, the (Ukrainian) conflict will end, and when it does, we want to be in a position to help with rebuilding efforts right away,”‘ said Gretchen Seth, senior vice president for Logistics Plus. “Both offices give us more capabilities and flexibility within the region. Gdańsk is a major port city which will also help us move shipments into Ukraine.”
The Katowice Team includes Olena Popova, Katia Kyrylenko, Aga Adamus, Katia Markelova, and Ola Kenig.
Pawel Wronski manages the Rzeszow office.
The Gdansk Team includes Slawek Michalak and Piotr Kilanowski.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a 21st-century logistics company that provides freight transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Jim Berlin founded the company nearly 26 years ago in Erie, PA. Today, Logistics Plus is a highly regarded, fast-growing, and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With its trademark Passion For Excellence™, Logistics Plus employees put the ‘plus’ in logistics by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
The Logistics Plus® network includes offices, warehouses, and agents located in Erie, PA; Aurora, CO; Buffalo, NY; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Chino, CA; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Colton, CA; Dallas, TX; Dayton, NJ; Des Moines, IA; Haslet TX; Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; Lexington, NC; Los Angeles, CA; Meadville, PA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Norfolk, VA; Olean, NY; Ontario, CA; Phoenix, AZ; San Francisco, CA; Tulsa, OK; Vancouver, WA; Australia; Belgium; Brazil; Canada; China; Colombia; Czech Republic; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Malaysia; Mexico; Netherlands; Poland; Saudi Arabia; Singapore; Taiwan; Thailand; Turkey; UAE; Uganda; and Vietnam; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.
Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
CMO & LTL Carrier Relations
Logistics Plus, Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com
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by logisticsplus | Nov 16, 2022 | News
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Logistics Plus Presented with Outstanding Philanthropic Organization Award
AFP’s NW PA Chapter presented the award as part of National Philanthropy Day.
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ERIE, PA (November 16, 2022) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is proud to have been presented with the Outstanding Philanthropic Organization Award by the Northwestern Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) as part of National Philanthropy Day. The award was presented at a community event on Tuesday, November 15, at Gannon University’s Yehl Ballroom.
“We are truly grateful and humbled to receive this honor from AFP on this national day of giving,” said Yuriy Ostapyak, COO of Logistics Plus, upon receipt of the award. “Logistics Plus is fortunate to have great people and a great culture, so giving back to our local and global communities has always been the right thing to do.” Ostapyak added, “I’d also like to extend a special thank you to Laura Schaaf and the Barber National Institute for nominating Logistics Plus for this special award.”
Watch an online video of the award presentation or download a PDF of the nomination submission.
About AFP
The Northwestern Pennsylvania Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) has been serving nonprofit fundraisers in the 13 counties of Northwestern Pennsylvania for more than 25 years. Whether you are new to the fundraising profession or a seasoned veteran, AFP provides individuals with educational and networking opportunities that help you propel your fundraising efforts to a new level. For more information, please contact Dawn Johnson, Chapter Administrator, at 814-734-3039 or by email at admin@afpnwpa.org.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a 21st-century logistics company that provides freight transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Jim Berlin founded the company nearly 26 years ago in Erie, PA. Today, Logistics Plus is a highly regarded, fast-growing, and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With its trademark Passion For Excellence™, Logistics Plus employees put the ‘plus’ in logistics by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
The Logistics Plus® network includes offices, warehouses, and agents located in Erie, PA; Aurora, CO; Buffalo, NY; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Chino, CA; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Colton, CA; Dallas, TX; Dayton, NJ; Des Moines, IA; Haslet TX; Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; Lexington, NC; Los Angeles, CA; Meadville, PA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Norfolk, VA; Olean, NY; Ontario, CA; Phoenix, AZ; San Francisco, CA; Tulsa, OK; Vancouver, WA; Australia; Belgium; Brazil; Canada; China; Colombia; Czech Republic; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Malaysia; Mexico; Netherlands; Poland; Saudi Arabia; Singapore; Taiwan; Thailand; Turkey; UAE; Uganda; and Vietnam; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.
Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
CMO & LTL Carrier Relations
Logistics Plus, Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com
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by logisticsplus | Nov 9, 2022 | News
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Logistics Plus Partners with Odin Marine to Provide Innovative Supply Chain and Shipping Solutions
The new partnership will expand and enhance the global reach of both businesses.
ERIE, PA (November 9, 2022) – Logistics Plus, Inc., a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, today announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership with the Odin Marine Group, an international ship brokerage firm, specializing in the transportation and storage of all bulk liquids.
“Our new partnership with The Odin Marine Group will allow the two groups to leverage each other’s competitive and cultural strengths and provide new ideas, opportunities, and supply chain solutions to our customers with greater flexibility and access to all modalities,” said Dennis Melgert, Vice President of the Logistics Plus Chemicals Division.
“Finding a partner who is a good cultural fit and has the same passion for excellence is key to this strategic partnership. This new partnership will accelerate change in the marketplace. The bar has been raised,” added Richard Appell, CEO and Managing Director of Odin Marine Group.
Primary contact information:
| Odin Marine Group, LLC |
Logistics Plus, Inc. |
| 96 Old Post Road, Suite 100 |
1406 Peach St |
| Southport, CT 06890 |
Erie, PA 16501 |
| Richard R. Appell |
Dennis Melgert |
| CEO – Managing Director |
Vice President, Chemicals Division |
| +1 (203) 570-2948 |
+1 (214) 395-7589 |
| ra@odingroup.com |
dennis.melgert@logisticsplus.com |
About Odin Marine Group, LLC
The Odin Marine Group, LLC is an International Ship Brokerage firm founded in 1976, specializing in the transportation and storage of all bulk liquids, including chemicals, specialized products, clean and crude petroleum products, alcohols, and vegetable oils. Headquartered in Southport, CT, with offices in the USA, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Odin provides innovative services for spot freight, contracts of affreightment, time charters, sales and purchases of vessels, new building projects, market intelligence, and demolition markets worldwide. Odin can firmly claim industry leadership and has a history of being ‘the first’ to offer non-traditional services. Visit odingroup.com to learn more.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a 21st-century logistics company that provides freight transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Jim Berlin founded the company nearly 26 years ago in Erie, PA. Today, Logistics Plus is a highly regarded, fast-growing, and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With its trademark Passion For Excellence™, Logistics Plus employees put the ‘plus’ in logistics by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
The Logistics Plus® network includes offices, warehouses, and agents located in Erie, PA; Aurora, CO; Buffalo, NY; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Chino, CA; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Colton, CA; Dallas, TX; Dayton, NJ; Des Moines, IA; Haslet TX; Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; Lexington, NC; Los Angeles, CA; Meadville, PA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Norfolk, VA; Olean, NY; Ontario, CA; Phoenix, AZ; San Francisco, CA; Tulsa, OK; Vancouver, WA; Australia; Belgium; Brazil; Canada; China; Colombia; Czech Republic; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Malaysia; Mexico; Netherlands; Poland; Saudi Arabia; Singapore; Taiwan; Thailand; Turkey; UAE; Uganda; and Vietnam; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.
Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
CMO & LTL Carrier Relations
Logistics Plus, Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com
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by logisticsplus | Nov 3, 2022 | News
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Jim Berlin Named to Smart Business Pittsburgh “Smart 50” List a Second Time
The Smart 50 Awards recognize the top executives of the smartest companies in the region.
ERIE, PA (November 3, 2022) – Logistics Plus, Inc., a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is proud to announce that its founder and CEO, Jim Berlin, has been selected by the judging panel of Smart Business Pittsburgh to be a 2022 Smart 50 Award honoree. Jim was previously recognized with a 2017 Smart 50 Award.
The Smart 50 Awards recognize the top executives of the 50 smartest companies in the region for their ability to effectively build and lead successful organizations. All 50 winners were honored at a special celebration on November 1st at Duquesne Club in Pittsburgh and will be featured in a special editorial report in the November edition of Smart Business Pittsburgh magazine.
As part of the honors, Smart Business noted the following on its website: “With a background as a truck driver and political activist, Logistics Plus Inc. Founder and CEO Jim Berlin took a gamble 26 years ago with one customer, a one-year purchase order and three employees to create a highly successful global logistics enterprise. The company continues to grow and expand under Berlin’s unique and passionate leadership. His philosophy of saying yes to virtually any challenge has led to a company that provides almost any solution needed across a supply chain. In 2003, he bought the dilapidated Union Station building in downtown Erie for his global headquarters. Investments in charities, the commissioning of murals to combat blight, and the ongoing training of hundreds of interns have created an organization that is as committed to the community as it is to its success.”
About Smart Business
For more than 30 years, Smart Business Magazines, Events, and Books has produced the highest-quality content, events, and marketing materials for our diverse audience of entrepreneurs and senior executives. In addition to the articles you’ll find in its award-winning Smart Business Magazine, they offer numerous networking, awards, and educational business events, as well as a full-service books division that brings the stories of CEOs to life in a whole new way. Visit them online at http://www.sbnonline.com.
About Logistics Plus, Inc.
Logistics Plus, Inc. is a 21st-century logistics company that provides freight transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, global logistics, business intelligence, and supply chain management solutions through a worldwide network of talented and caring professionals. Jim Berlin founded the company nearly 26 years ago in Erie, PA. Today, Logistics Plus is a highly regarded, fast-growing, and award-winning transportation and logistics company. With its trademark Passion For Excellence™, Logistics Plus employees put the ‘plus’ in logistics by doing the big things properly, plus the countless little things that ensure complete customer satisfaction and success.
The Logistics Plus® network includes offices, warehouses, and agents located in Erie, PA; Aurora, CO; Buffalo, NY; Charlotte, NC; Chicago, IL; Chino, CA; Cincinnati, OH; Cleveland, OH; Colton, CA; Dallas, TX; Dayton, NJ; Des Moines, IA; Haslet TX; Houston, TX; Laredo, TX; Lexington, NC; Los Angeles, CA; Meadville, PA; Miami, FL; New York, NY; Norfolk, VA; Olean, NY; Ontario, CA; Phoenix, AZ; San Francisco, CA; Tulsa, OK; Vancouver, WA; Australia; Belgium; Brazil; Canada; China; Colombia; Czech Republic; Egypt; France; Germany; India; Indonesia; Japan; Kazakhstan; Kenya; Libya; Malaysia; Mexico; Netherlands; Poland; Saudi Arabia; Singapore; Taiwan; Thailand; Turkey; UAE; Uganda; and Vietnam; with additional agents around the world. For more information, visit www.logisticsplus.com or follow @LogisticsPlus on Twitter.
Media Contact:
Scott G. Frederick
CMO & LTL Carrier Relations
Logistics Plus, Inc.
(814) 240-6881
scott.frederick@logisticsplus.com
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