From cargo fraud and Mother Nature to ever-changing food safety regulations and a new Presidential Administration, many of today's supply chain leaders are faced with a number of challenges. But it's their resilience, hard work, innovation and attention to quality that separates these rock stars apart from everyone else.
Every year, Food Logistics' Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award shines a spotlight on the best of the best in the cold chain industry.
This year's award was broken down into four distinct categories:
Top Warehousing Leader --> Recognizes professionals in the cold storage and warehousing space.
Top Transportation Professional --> Recognizes professionals in the transportation space, including freight, trucking, rail, air cargo, ship/ports, etc.
Rising Stars --> Recognizes young or newer professionals (39 and under) whose achievements, hard work and vision have shaped the supply chain network.
Leaders in Excellence --> Honors company leaders who’ve made outstanding contributions to the supply chain space. Must have at least 10 years’ documented experience in supply chain and logistics.
Each category consists of a number of winners who continue to go above and beyond to develop innovative technology, promote workforce development, execute sustainable initiatives and more.
CLICK HERE to view the full list of winners.
Let's first meet the four overall winners:
Lisa Stowater, Hy-Vee Inc.
TOP WAREHOUSING LEADER
Lisa Stowater, SVP, Distribution, Cherokee Distribution Center, Hy-Vee Inc.
Lisa Stowater serves as SVP of Hy-Vee's 665,000-square-foot distribution center in Cherokee, Iowa, where she oversees approximately 300 employees and the distribution of millions of items each month to Hy-Vee’s more than 570 business units across the Midwest. Stowater began her career in 1991 at the Cherokee warehouse as a part-time record keeper before moving on to several other roles, including positions in the buying department and eventually the human resources (HR) department in 1999. During this time, she also pursued her registered nursing degree. She finished her degree but stayed on at Cherokee and was promoted several times within HR over the years, eventually adding the transportation department to her HR duties. In 2016, she became VP of the warehouse, and in 2023, was promoted to the SVP position she holds today.
Within the last 12 months, Stowater helped get Hy-Vee’s new distribution center in Cumming, Iowa, online, which included all of the operational requirements, ensuring it was staffed appropriately and helping to develop, implement and execute standard operating procedures.
Meanwhile, she continued to champion and maintain the Cherokee distribution center’s TRUE Zero Waste Platinum-Level certification administered by the Green Business Council, and continues to implement zero waste processes that include diverting millions of pounds of solid waste from landfills.
We talked exclusively with Stowater about her journey, the value in starting a career from the ground up and the importance of championing standards and sustainability. CLICK HERE to read more.
Chad Cross, Ryder System, Inc.
TOP TRANSPORTATION PROFESSIONAL
Chad Cross, Senior Director of Customer Logistics, Ryder System, Inc.
As the senior director of customer logistics, Chad Cross plays a pivotal role in leading Ryder’s transportation management (TM) service offering for the company’s consumer packaged goods (CPG) vertical. His responsibilities involve managing the transportation needs of over a dozen customers with combined freight volumes exceeding $1 billion annually. As a primary point of contact for both internal teams and customers, Cross oversees the full spectrum of transportation operations, from business intelligence and analytics to carrier management, ensuring the effective deployment of resources and the seamless coordination of logistics activities. His role also involves constant monitoring and analysis of transportation metrics to identify areas for improvement and opportunities to enhance the overall transportation network, tracking key performance indicators (KPIs), such as on-time delivery rates and cost efficiencies, and using this information to implement process improvements and cost-saving measures.
Over the past 12 months, Cross has made significant strides in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of Ryder’s TM operations. By developing and refining data analytics capabilities, he enabled teams to make faster, more informed decisions on critical operational matters, helping to optimize supply chain performance and improve customer service. He also played a crucial role in driving the evolution of financial performance measurement across multiple business units at Ryder. He spearheaded efforts to standardize and improve financial reporting, providing the executive leadership team with enhanced visibility into key financial metrics across the transportation network. Cross also launched a new project aimed at developing criteria and dashboarding for applying risk scores to shipments, particularly in the beverage industry. This helps to identify shipments requiring protect-from-freeze measures, significantly reducing the manual efforts needed for monitoring and ensuring the integrity of temperature-sensitive products.
We talked exclusively with Cross about the importance of staying close to challenges and opportunities and why transportation management is a rewarding career.. CLICK HERE to read more.
Kirsten Babb, Fleet Advantage
RISING STARS
Kirsten Babb, CTP, Fleet Procurement Manager, Fleet Advantage
Kirsten Babb serves as a fleet procurement manager at Fleet Advantage, tasked with managing the procurement of Class 8 tractors and trailers while ensuring seamless collaboration with the company’s OEM partners and dealerships. One of Babb’s critical tasks involves overseeing and executing large-scale lease originations. With $500 million in lease originations processed under her guidance over the past year, her role is pivotal in aligning equipment specifications, pricing, and client expectations. This requires an intricate understanding of procurement cycles, market trends, and logistics, ensuring that Fleet Advantage remains a reliable partner to its clients. Her thorough attention to detail and proactive communication with suppliers has been instrumental in streamlining these processes.
Beyond procurement, Babb is deeply involved in maintaining data accuracy within Fleet Advantage’s CRM and ATLAAS (Advanced Truck Lifecycle Administrative Analytics Software) platforms, ensuring they remain updated with the latest information on equipment specifications and procurement activities. She also actively trains and guides new hires, fostering a collaborative work environment, and collaborates closely with senior leadership to identify and implement initiatives that improve operational efficiency, enhance customer satisfaction, and align with the company’s sustainability goals.
Over the past year, Babb has spearheaded several initiatives, including redesigning the casualty buyout process, which reduced the time required for vehicle delivery by 30%. She also updated spec review templates, which enabled a 2% increase in fleet fuel efficiency, and actively supports initiatives like the Women In Trucking Mentor Match Program.
We talked exclusively with Babb about her journey from trailer technician to fleet procurement manager, her passion for transportation and what it takes to achieve sustainability goals. CLICK HERE to read more.
Walter Mitchell, Tai Software
LEADERS IN EXCELLENCE
Walter Mitchell, CEO, Tai Software
As the CEO of Tai Software, Walter Mitchell leads with a vision centered on innovation and operational excellence. He started his career as a software developer for Hypertree, before becoming president and CEO of another TMS provider. Seven years later, he took the helm at Trinnos Technology before becoming a chief technology officer at Efreightsolutions, and then eventually Tai Software, where he was promoted to CEO in September 2020. Mitchell's day-to-day responsibilities include steering the company’s strategic direction, fostering a culture of innovation, and overseeing the development and enhancement of the company's transportation management system (TMS).
Over the past 12 months, Mitchell has driven transformative growth and innovation at Tai Software. Under his leadership, Tai Software achieved more than 30% company growth. He also integrated advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning into Tai’s TMS to revolutionize how brokers manage freight. This involved implementing workflow automation tools, email processing features, and automated audit systems. Together, these tools improve operational efficiency, reduce manual workloads, and provide actionable insights, resulting in a 20% reduction in broker operating costs and elevating customer satisfaction scores by 28%.
At the heart of Mitchell's leadership is a dedication to building transparency and trust within Tai Software and the wider logistics industry. He has developed a culture where proactive communication is essential, equipping brokers with the confidence to navigate disruptions and build enduring client relationships. From adopting AI and machine learning tools to driving operational efficiencies, every initiative is centered on helping brokers improve margins, scale effectively, and thrive in an evolving market.
We talked exclusively with Mitchell about the importance of leading with a vision centered on innovation and operational excellence. CLICK HERE to read more.
CLICK HERE to view the full list of winners.
Below are some additional standouts.
Jeff Sanchez, BSI Consulting
Jeff Sanchez, Associate Consultant, Supply Chain Security & Resilience, BSI Consulting
Category: Rising Stars
Jeff Sanchez serves as an associate supply chain security consultant whose day-to-day tasks are a blend of strategic planning and on-the-ground security assessments. His primary focus is client communication and project preparation by checking in with clients, reviewing schedules for upcoming supply chain security assessments, and preparing his audit team through pre-assessment meetings. As a project manager, he oversees multiple projects and is tasked with ensuring his team maintains a good pace on audit programs and developing corrective action procedures based on recent assessment findings. When he's on-site with clients, he performs comprehensive security audits across various locations, including third-party logistics providers, transportation companies, and major distribution hubs. His goal during these assessments is to identify vulnerabilities or gaps within the client's existing security framework to develop targeted corrective actions that will mitigate risks and significantly lower the overall security vulnerabilities in a supply chain network.
In the past year, he's led his team to achieve a remarkable milestone with a strategic client, by developing a groundbreaking solution that transformed the client's supply chain security landscape. The solution was a comprehensive assessment tool that enabled the client to reach a 90% compliance score across its entire 3PL provider network. By leveraging advanced screening technology tools that provide real-time visibility into the supply chain network, Sanchez's team could track and mitigate potential risks and events that might impact the client's operations.
In the next 12 months, Sanchez aims to create and enhance a logistics security plan specifically designed to address a client's critical cargo theft challenges.
Paul Raw, BSI Consulting
Paul Raw, Senior Consultant, Supply Chain Risk & Resilience, BSI Consulting
Category: Leaders in Excellence
As a supply chain security risk and resilience consultant at BSI Consulting, Paul Raw brings his extensive international supply chain security background to bear on complex supply chain challenges. His daily responsibilities center on aligning clients' corporate and operational objectives, while creating multi-layered approaches to address supply chain risks. A sizeable portion of his role involves conducting thorough research to ensure BSI Consulting maintains its position as a thought leader in supply chain security and organizational resilience.
In the past 12 months, Raw has continued work with a global NGO that donates pharmaceutical products to developing countries. Working within international best practices, he has helped protect the company’s supply chain operations, despite limited internal resources. The impact of this work successfully translated these pharmaceutical supply chain solutions to benefit other sectors, including food. Key achievements include:
• Developing strategic tools and solutions specifically designed for rapidly changing environments.
• Creating holistic approaches that can be effectively adapted across different sectors and geographical environments.
• Implementing quality assurance measures to maintain medication effectiveness and strengthen protection against black market products and supply chain diversion.
• Acting as a force multiplier for the organization's capabilities and applying this enhanced capability globally.
Over the next year, Raw's primary goal is to help organizations transition from a reactive risk management approach to a proactive one by developing AI-enhanced solutions that can identify potential risks before they materialize; creating more efficient and effective risk mitigation strategies; implementing preventative measures that enhance resilience and reduce the need for reactive responses; and establishing new frameworks for proactive supply chain risk management.
Michael Cherney, Cooler Logistics
Michael Cherney, CEO, Cooler Logistics
Category: Top Transportation Professional
Michael Cherney serves as CEO of Cooler Logistics, a relatively new brokerage with just over a year under its belt. With Cooler Logistics being a startup, Cherney's CEO role is a bit different day-to-day than the CEO of an established company. Cherney and his leadership team spend their days strategy planning for the future of the company while also getting into the trenches with their sales and carrier team. A Tuesday afternoon could find Cherney discussing data intent technology possibilities with his CFO or quoting a spot load for a customer, a customer he prospected and onboarded himself. His days are a mix of planning, executing and networking on all levels. Whether it’s dealing with an underperforming employee or addressing a failing strategy, Cherney embraces an empathetic management style to foster a healthy and productive company culture.
To succeed, Cooler needed to differentiate itself from others. That's why, under Cherney's leadership, Cooler freight would not be posted on public load boards for coverage. Working closely with his chief procurement officer, he developed a sourcing philosophy that focused on prospecting and relationship building. While this strategy adds time to the booking process, it also ensures Cooler can adequately vet all the carriers in its network to ensure customer freight is safe. This proactive plan has resulted in 70-plus customers trusting their loads to a fledging brokerage during a down market.
Cherney's main goal for 2025 is to grow the company and keep Cooler off the public load boards while staying employee focused.
Kyle Johnson, Leonard's Express
Kyle Johnson, CEO, Leonard's Express
Category: Top Transportation Professional
Kyle Johnson serves as CEO and co-owner of Leonard’s Express and its sister companies, Johnson Equipment, Canandaigua Driving School, and Integrated Logistics. Johnson, alongside co-owners, Ken Johnson and Kevin Johnson, has strategically grown Leonard’s Express from a small, one-shop brokerage-based firm to a nationwide logistics and asset-based trucking company that employs approximately 800 people nationwide with 15 offices in 12 states. Johnson's day-to-day responsibilities include setting the vision and strategic direction, and balancing the unique needs of the brokerage, warehousing and asset-based businesses. He's also an active participant in shaping and maintaining the Leonard’s Express “family” culture. Johnson began his full-time career in the transportation industry in November 1996 working in the IT department of KJ Transportation. Upon the sale of KJ Transportation in 1998 to Transit Group Transportation, Kyle relocated to Groveland, Fla., to work with the Transit Group as director of IT communication. In 2000, he was named director of IT for Transit Group and remained in that position until September 2001, where he became president of Johnson Equipment Sales and Service and director of IT for Leonard’s Express, Inc. He remained in that role until becoming chief information officer in 2012. He was named chief financial officer in March 2016 and CEO in November 2023.
His deep background and expertise in IT has helped with the proliferation of AI and other technologies shaping the future of transportation and logistics. And he maintains a continuous focus on building a culture of learning and development through operations-specific training and professional development.
Looking ahead, Johnson aims to enhance the operations structure, including implementation of Optimal Dynamics to make better routing decisions and enable drivers and dispatchers to deliver higher levels of service to food shippers. He also wants to further implement and utilize the new features ISAAC, the company's ELD system, to elevate communications with the driving force and provide transparency to customers. Johnson also looks to maintain the company's 4-year trade cycle for tractors, and augment its culture of learning and development through operations-specific communications training and professional development.
Bryan Sapot, Nulogy
Bryan Sapot, VP, Smart Factory, Nulogy
Category: Leaders in Excellence
As Nulogy's VP of smart factory, Bryan Sapot is responsible for the development and growth of Nulogy’s solutions for manufacturing environments. With over 25 years of manufacturing technology experience, he has become a prominent voice on harnessing data to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence. His daily tasks involve directing and overseeing the product roadmap, supporting sales and marketing initiatives, and driving executive strategy.
Over the past 12 months, Sapot has led several significant initiatives, including playing an instrumental role Nulogy's acquisition of Mingo Smart Factory, extending its impact into the cold food chain and other manufacturing verticals. Prior to the acquisition, Sapot ensured steady growth for the Smart Factory business, particularly in industries like food and beverage manufacturing, where real-time insights are essential for managing highly sensitive production lines. By providing tools to track downtime, cycle times and quality metrics, the solution helps manufacturers optimize operations and maintain high standards for quality. He also supported the development of a quality and custom forms system that enables manufacturers to create bespoke forms of tracking critical quality data.
Over the next 12 months, Sapot plans to launch an integrated solution that will combine Smart Factory’s real-time manufacturing analytics and production tools with Nulogy’s capabilities. This launch will empower food and beverage manufacturers, along with other industries, to achieve enhanced visibility, unlock operational efficiencies and reduce waste. Sapot is also focused on the continued growth of Nulogy’s Smart Factory division and is working on new, innovative products that reflect emerging customer needs.
Todd Vick, The Raymond Corporation
Todd Vick, Director, Customer Experience, The Raymond Corporation
Category: Top Warehousing Leader
Todd Vick has served as the director of customer experience at The Raymond Corporation for the past four years, tasked with ensuring the company consistently delivers exceptional value to both external customers and internal stakeholders. His role centers on promoting a culture of continuous improvement in line with Raymond’s kaizen philosophy, which emphasizes constant evolution to enhance the customer journey. He is deeply involved in crafting tailored customer experience (CX) strategies specifically for B2B clients, with a focus on building long-term partnerships and “customers for life.” His day-to-day work includes overseeing dedicated account managers and aftermarket teams implementing specialized resources to meet the unique needs of Raymond’s diverse customer base. This includes managing customer engagements through tools like quarterly business reviews, Microsoft Power BI analytics, site audits and virtual fleet management. Vick also focuses on national account strategies and support programs that translate into scalable solutions for customers across various markets and sizes.
Over the past year, Vick has led several impactful initiatives aimed at transforming Raymond’s approach to customer support and engagement. One of the most significant projects underway is the development of a comprehensive customer portal, which is designed to provide customers with end-to-end visibility into their operations. Vick also spearheaded a new support services campaign aimed at raising awareness of Raymond’s capabilities beyond lift trucks and maintenance, and was instrumental in developing a best practices program for customers who handle their own maintenance. Vick and his CX team also launched a CX-concepts training curriculum campaign for all of its internal and regional associates as a reinforcement of their customer-first principles.
In the coming year, Vick aims to scale Raymond’s tailored CX strategies, launch the customer portal, expand Raymond’s support services offerings, and enhance the Voice of the Customer program to capture feedback at scale across all account tiers, from small dealer-managed accounts to large national accounts.
Matt Curtis, The Raymond Corporation
Matt Curtis, Product Manager for Class II and iWAREHOUSE ObjectSense Detection & Notification System, The Raymond Corporation
Category: Leaders in Excellence
Matt Curtis serves as The Raymond Corp.'s product manager for Class II forklifts and the iWAREHOUSE ObjectSense Detection & Notification System (iW.ObjectSense), where he manages the Class II product lines, including Raymond’s Reach-Fork trucks, overseeing their profitability, market share and customer satisfaction, and ensuring the products offer features that align with industry needs. For the iW.ObjectSense initiative, Curtis focuses on rigorous testing and field trials, including coordinating with engineering and manufacturing teams to finalize designs, establishing value-based pricing and ensuring the solution solves customer’s problems.
Over the past year, Curtis has been instrumental in driving significant projects at The Raymond Corporation. One of his key achievements was overseeing the completion and successful market introduction of the Model 5600 High-Capacity Orderpicker. In parallel, he's been heavily involved in the development and go-to-market strategy for the iW.ObjectSense technology, an operator assist system designed to enhance forklift operations and operator efficiency. Curtis' leadership efforts focused on showcasing iW.ObjectSense to key national accounts, leading to significant customer interest and pre-launch excitement.
His primary focus for the coming year is to successfully bring the iW.ObjectSense to market, aiming to scale adoption among Raymond’s customer base, particularly targeting accounts that rely heavily on seasonal labor and training reinforcement needs. Beyond this, he plans to concentrate on refining existing product lines based on customer feedback, ensuring continuous innovation and alignment with market needs, leveraging customer insights and enhancing the value proposition of Raymond’s solutions.
Chris Goss, Trailer Bridge, Inc.
Chris Goss, VP, Government & Projects, Trailer Bridge, Inc.
Category: Top Transportation Professional
Chris Goss serves as VP of government and projects for Trailer Bridge, responsible for leading the company's government division and supporting the needs of the U.S. military and its allies. He works to craft creative solutions for all types of military cargo destined for places globally, and spends his days forging relationships with professionals within the various government agencies and service providers in key global markets to negotiate rates and offers. Goss is also a strong advocate for learning and development within the organization. This past year, he served as a mentor for Trailer Bridge’s internal mentoring program, Building Bridges, working with small cohorts each quarter to share his knowledge and support the career development of those within the organization.
Goss started at Trailer Bridge in October 2022 with a directive to grow the company’s government division, which was established in 2020. Since then, he's launched Trailer Bridge Europe, expanding the company’s reach into a new region of the world to support the commercial and defense transportation needs in that market. Under his leadership, Trailer Bridge’s Government Division has received three major government contracts, including its first single-source contract in company history.
Over the next 12 months, Goss aims to expand the Trailer Bridge Europe brand and grow its customer base; execute on the government contracts landed in 2024; broaden the company’s experience in government contracting and secure additional single-source contracts; and continue to serve as a thought-leader within the industry.
Jacob Wegrzyn, Trailer Bridge, Inc.
Jacob Wegrzyn, VP, Caribbean, Trailer Bridge, Inc.
Category: Leaders in Excellence
Jacob Wegrzyn serves as VP, Caribbean, responsible for leading Trailer Bridge’s asset-based service to the Caribbean with a specific focus on Puerto Rico. He oversees the company’s second-largest employee base with two offices on the island; a port operation; and an office team made up of sales, support services and account managers. Wegrzyn is also charged with maintaining strong and secure relationships with governmental officials on the island who are instrumental in ensuring continuity in service.
Wegrzyn's role in advocating for the maritime community within Puerto Rico was instrumental in securing an $85.3 million investment by the federal government for the Army Terminal on the island, which supports the company’s port operations. The project will reconstruct the finger pier at the terminal supporting a more resilient maritime infrastructure system for the island. Wegrzyn also leveraged his partnerships within the transportation and logistics industry on the island to support a record-breaking year for the Rally for Puerto Rico Charity Golf Tournament hosted by Trailer Bridge and its partner ATS International, which raised $143,500 for Habitat of Humanity of Puerto Rico supporting affordable and safe housing for low-income families on the island. Wegrzyn also continues to strengthen the relationships between Trailer Bridge and its partners at the Jacksonville Port Authority and Puerto Rico Port Authority, maintaining diligent work throughout the year to ensure the community remains strong and resilient in normal operations as well as in times of crisis such as hurricane relief.
Over the next 12 months, Wegrzyn plans to support the continued service to and from Puerto Rico and the Caribbean market using Trailer Bridge’s private fleet of assets; push to raise $150,000 for Habitat for Humanity of Puerto Rico through the company’s Rally for Puerto Rico Charity Golf Tournament; and support the growth of the company’s brand throughout the Caribbean on both the asset-based side of the business as well as non-asset services.
Erin Mitchell, YMX Logistics
Erin Mitchell, Chief Operating Officer, YMX Logistics
Category: Leaders in Excellence
Erin Mitchell is a results-driven supply chain executive with a proven operations, transformation, and technology track record. She spent 22 years at Kraft Heinz with roles spanning information system, inventory and supply chain optimization, logistics operations, business integration, and transformation. She currently serves as COO of YMX Logistics, where she leads a team of over 200 employees and a plethora of tasks such as defining operational goals and ensuring alignment with the company's strategic vision; managing yard logistics operations across multiple facilities nationwide; leading and mentoring her team and fostering a culture of accountability, safety, and innovation; implementing professional development programs to upskill employees and support career growth; leveraging data and analytics to monitor KPIs and identify opportunities for improvement; collaborating with clients and stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure exceptional service delivery; and leading the integration of environmentally friendly practices, including the deployment of electric yard trucks, to reduce the company’s carbon footprint.
With YMX Logistics being an early stage organization, Mitchell has been instrumental in taking the company off the ground and driving the integration of acquired companies into the YMX brand. Over the past 12 months, she's played a pivotal role in advancing YMX Logistics' operations and industry standing, including spearheading the integration of Netradyne's AI-powered fleet safety solutions across YMX Logistics and its subsidiary, Kutzler Express. And under Mitchell's leadership, YMX Logistics partnered with Orange EV to introduce zero-emission electric yard trucks into their operations.
Matt Yearling, YMX Logistics
Matt Yearling, CEO, YMX Logistics
Category: Top Transportation Professional
Matt Yearling serves as the CEO of YMX Logistics, a company he founded after successfully exiting PINC Solutions through a strategic acquisition by Accel-KKR. As CEO, Yearling oversees the company’s overall strategy, growth initiatives, and market positioning. His day-to-day responsibilities include guiding the executive leadership team, developing and executing long-term business strategies, identifying and cultivating growth opportunities, and ensuring operational excellence across the organization. He engages with key stakeholders, including customers, partners, and investors, to strengthen relationships and align YMX Logistics with emerging industry trends and market demands. His role also involves mentoring leadership, fostering a strong organizational culture, and steering the company toward its strategic objectives. Yearling also led the acquisition of Kutzler Express.
Going forward, Yearling's main focus is to expand YMX Logistics across the United States and assist enterprises to maximize efficiency, improve sustainability metrics, and standardize network operations.
Brad McBride, CEO, Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions
Category: Leaders in Excellence
As CEO of Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions, Brad McBride leads the company's strategic vision, innovation, and operational oversight. His daily tasks include collaborating with clients to identify cost-saving opportunities, mentoring the team, spearheading technology-driven initiatives and more. He also prioritizes fostering relationships with clients and industry partners to drive measurable results in logistics management.
Over the past year, McBride has focused on strengthening the core services of Zero Down Supply Chain Solutions while introducing new solutions to meet evolving client needs. One of the most impactful achievements was enhancing the company's proprietary platform, which now provides more robust features for managing transportation spend across all modes. Under McBride's leadership, the company's proprietary platform, FreightOptics, now provides connectivity to over 200 freight carriers and 35-plus parcel carriers. This expansion has provided clients with more flexibility in seeing holistic data across their entire supply chain with 1-login access, allowing them to diversify their carrier networks, manage costs more effectively, and reduce operational risks. Additionally, McBride spearheaded efforts to address general rate increases (GR), utilizing tailored data and strategies to help clients mitigate the impact of an industry-high average GRI of 6.9%, ensuring better cost control and operational resilience. This year, Zero Down also achieved 40% growth as a company, reflecting the success of McBride's strategic initiatives and commitment to delivering measurable results for clients.
In the next year, McBride aims to expand the capabilities of Zero Down’s platform to deliver even greater transparency and savings opportunities for clients. His focus includes developing advanced tracking tools to streamline ocean freight logistics and enhance claims management processes. He also plans to grow Zero Down’s global footprint by entering new markets, and is dedicated to focusing on both technology and team development.
