Logistics Plus at the ‘UKRAINE: From War to Reconstruction’ Panel in Chicago

Logistics Plus at the ‘UKRAINE: From War to Reconstruction’ Panel in Chicago

UKRAINE: From War to Reconstruction

Pictured above from left to right are Logistics Plus representatives
Maria Grechanik, Emily Grein, Derek Berlin, and Christian Marz.

Logistics Plus was proud to be a participant and sponsor this week for the UKRAINE: From War to Reconstruction panel discussion at the Chicago Build 2024 Expo. This vital discussion was hosted by the International Trade Club of Chicago and the Polish American Chamber of Commerce to further international cooperation supporting the Ukrainian people.

Logistics Plus was joined in sponsoring this important event by the Polish Investment & Trade Agency and the Ukrainian American Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

This critical discussion convened government and private sector representatives to explore how international coordination, especially between the U.S., Poland, and Ukraine, can most effectively provide outcomes to Ukraine, with a focus on the important role the international construction sector will need to play in rebuilding the country.

Logistics Plus was represented at the event by Emily Grein, Director, Airfreight & Ukraine Development and Reconstruction; Maria Grechanik, General Counsel; Christian Marz, Midwest Manager; and Derek Berlin, SVP, Global Government Solutions.

Logistics Plus, Inc. is a global leader in transportation, warehousing, fulfillment, logistics, business intelligence, technology, and supply chain solutions, with annual global sales of over $500M and over 1,200 employees in 50+ countries worldwide. Logistics Plus has been present in Ukraine since 2017. Today, the company has over 75 employees in Ukraine across three offices, providing solutions to Ukrainian and global clients, including in the rail, energy, oil and gas, and technology sectors, providing project and insurance solutions, and supporting critical government entities and projects.

Logistics Plus is widely recognized as one of the staunchest supporters of rebuilding efforts in Ukraine among the global logistics community. We will continue to grow our capabilities and solutions as one of the leading U.S. and international logistics and business solutions companies operating in Ukraine today.

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Yuriy Ostapyak Speaks at Discover Global Markets Forum

Yuriy Ostapyak Speaks at Discover Global Markets Forum

Discover Global MarketsLogistics Plus was a proud sponsor of the Discover Global Markets business development forum in Columbus, OH. The regional forum is the U.S. Commerce Service‘s (the trade promotion arm of the U.S. Department of Commerce) annual flagship event series for U.S. exporters.

Yuriy Ostapyak, Global COO for Logistics Plus, was honored to speak to the attendees during the final “Rebuilding Turkey and Developments in Ukraine” panel discussion. Maria Czerwinski, Pasha Nayda, Gib Loesel, and Scott Frederick from LP also attended in support of the forum.

The conference program can be viewed online at
https://www.canva.com/design/DAFsMesMgmU/XUWGGkYFd0VKmBlMd9CGSQ/view?utm_content=DAFsMesMgmU&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link&utm_source=publishsharelink#1

The following YouTube Short has some highlights from the conference.

2023 Barber Beast on the Bay Recap

2023 Barber Beast on the Bay Recap

2023 Beast on the BayOn Saturday, September 9th, sixteen (16) Logistics Plus employees participated in and conquered the 2023 Barber Beast on the Bay! The Beast on the Bay is a challenging 10-mile race that features 30 obstacles in the sand, lake, swamp, and trails. 2023 marked the 10th anniversary of the annual event.

As an official event sponsor, everyone at Logistics Plus is proud to help support the Barber National Institute and its work in the Erie community. It is a great event and one that Logistics Plus will continue to support.

About the Barber National Institute
The Barber National Institute is “making dreams come true.” We provide children and adults with autism, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral health challenges and their families the education, support, and resources needed to be self-reliant, independent, and valued community members. In addition, we provide the professionals who serve them with world-class education and training.

You can view event photos from the Logistics Plus Flickr Page in the slideshow below (click the right/left arrows):

2023 Barber Beast on the Bay

Before the event, Erie News Now checked in with Logistics Plus employees Adrienne Sanders and Cindy Rau to discuss their training routine and what the Beast on the Bay means to them. You can watch the interview by clicking the thumbnail image below.

2023 Beast on the Bay training

Logistics Plus Charlotte Warehouse Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

Logistics Plus Charlotte Warehouse Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

The Logistics Plus Charlotte warehouse held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on July 26, 2023, the one-year anniversary of its official opening last summer. The special day was celebrated with speeches, warehouse tours, conversations, photos, food, and more.

A special thanks to the York County Chamber of Commerce for the ceremony and presentation, The Sign Factory for their execution of the facility signage, Blue Bar & Smokehouse for the delicious food, and most importantly, our customers, partners, friends, and staff for making the event a huge success. The team looks forward to continued growth and success in the Rock Hill, SC/Charlotte, NC region!

View pictures from the day by clicking the arrows on the album below. The album also includes some video clips at the end of the album (including some very cool aerial/drone clips) that can only be viewed directly on the Logistics Plus Flickr Page.

2023 Rock Hill, SC Grand Opening

Logistics Plus Participates in ITCC & PACC Ukraine Event

Logistics Plus Participates in ITCC & PACC Ukraine Event

rebuilding ukraine eventLogistics Plus was a proud sponsor of the International Trade Club of Chicago (ITCC) and Polish American Chamber of Commerce (PACC) From War to Reconstruction luncheon panel on May 17th. In addition to sponsoring the event, Logistics Plus Chief Operating Officer (COO) Yuriy Ostapyak was on the panel as a speaker.

Event Recap

The ongoing war has resulted in great suffering and loss for both sides, and it is our collective responsibility to seek solutions to this ongoing crisis. UKRAINE: From War to Reconstruction was a special luncheon panel discussion featuring distinguished speakers who shared their practical insights and the latest information on the impact of war on the commerce and economy of Ukraine. The panelists also discussed the international community’s role in rebuilding Ukraine, sectoral needs and opportunities, and practical strategies for doing business in Ukraine while minimizing risk and costs. The event was a critical opportunity to clear the air, seek understanding, and chart a path toward economic reinvigoration and rebuilding.

Photos from the event can be seen below. Thanks to everyone who attended, sponsored, or participated to make this event possible!

Ukraine event