by logisticsplus | Nov 21, 2022 | News
Members of the Logistics Plus Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E) team met with current and potential customers at Boutique Design New York (BDNY) 2022. The event was held in New York City on November 13th and 14th.
BDNY 2022 was well-attended, including a panel organized by Logistics Plus Hospitality Director Laurie Benjamin, titled Stalwarts and the Supply Chain: How to Conquer Challenges and Minimize Chaos. Laurie discussed the critical role communication plays in effective supply chain execution.
(Laurie on the BDNY 2022 panel – second from the left)
About BDNY
Boutique Design New York (BDNY) is the leading trade fair and conference for hospitality’s boutique and lifestyle design community. For two high-energy days each November, it’s the curated, creative event of the industry—bringing designers, architects, purchasing agents, hoteliers, owners, and developers together with inventive manufacturers of design elements for hospitality interiors for a highly curated experience.
Logistics Plus has developed and executed logistics and supply chain solutions for over 26 years. Let us know what challenges we can help you overcome.
by logisticsplus | Nov 16, 2022 | News
As illustrated in this infographic, Logistics Plus is part of a strategic partnership with the Odin Marine Group. This infographic highlights the key opportunities and benefits this partnership presents. Click the image below to download a PDF version.
by logisticsplus | Nov 16, 2022 | News
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
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.
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Logistics Plus, Inc.
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by logisticsplus | Nov 15, 2022 | News
Logistics Plus Customs Brokerage Manager Gretchen Blough made another appearance on Marketplace, hosted by Kai Ryssdal, to discuss supply chain issues, pricing, tariffs, and more.
“Things have calmed down a bit as far as supply chain issues,” said Blough, who works at Logistics Plus in Erie, Pennsylvania. She added, “Pricing is coming down slightly. It’s not going to go back to where it was pre-pandemic, but it’s nice to see things stabilize a bit.”
Gretchen’s segment begins at the 22:28 mark. The complete podcast is below and available online at https://www.marketplace.org/shows/marketplace/the-economic-backdrop-of-the-biden-xi-meeting/
Marketplace® is a nonprofit news organization on a mission to raise the economic intelligence of the country. For more than 30 years, they have helped people become smarter about the economic forces that touch their daily lives through the unorthodox story, the casual conversation, and the unexpected angle on the news.
by logisticsplus | Nov 14, 2022 | News
U.S. Holiday schedules for Logistics Plus and ground carriers
As the year-end holidays approach, we want to help you avoid unnecessary shipping delays over the next several weeks. Shown below is the holiday schedule for U.S.-based Logistics Plus offices and warehouse locations, as well as the top U.S. ground (parcel and LTL) carriers.
If you have any transportation needs or expedited shipping requests, please get in touch with Logistics Plus in advance of the office closings noted below. You can reach out to our North American Division (NAD) by calling 1.866.335.7623 or emailing nadops@logisticsplus.com.
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Do you have any last-minute questions or concerns? Let us know how we can help!
by logisticsplus | Nov 11, 2022 | News
Logistics Plus Vice President of Corporate Development Michael Scally 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, Michael discussed his background and experience in the industry, his familiarity with Logistics Plus, the impact COVID-19 has had on supply chains, opportunities he is looking forward to, and more.
You can listen to a replay of the interview on the Logistics Plus Podcasts page or by clicking the audio link below.
