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If you want to succeed in the global market, you'll need a company that excels there.

Choice Logistics is the world’s lead logistics provider, and this is the team that leads us.

Executive Management
Michael Katz
Executive Chairman
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Michael Katz
Executive Chairman

Michael serves as the Executive Chairman of Choice Logistics. He previously served as the Chief Executive Officer, where he led the company’s transformation from a regional courier to a global logistics provider. With over 45 years of experience within the industry, Michael continues to provide his expertise and strategic guidance to ensure the continued success and future of Choice Logistics.

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Matthew W. McKeever
Chief Executive Officer
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Matthew W. McKeever
Chief Executive Officer

Matthew joined Choice as EVP, Chief Financial Officer in 2015. In 2016, he was promoted to EVP, Chief Operating Officer, advanced to President in 2018 and now serves as Chief Executive Officer for Choice Logistics. Matthew’s executive leadership and unparalleled business acumen has positioned Choice to capitalize on high growth opportunities in the global logistics market. He is responsible for the overall vision of the company, and is highly adept at deploying technology and organizational strategies that deliver innovation and world class service delivery to our clients. Prior to joining Choice, Matthew successfully led a number of companies to achieve financial and strategic objectives. He has held senior financial leadership positions at Telerx, Preferred Sands, and SCA. He holds a BS in Accounting from LaSalle University and an MBA from Villanova University.

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Jordan Kaufman
EVP, Chief Information Officer
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Jordan Kaufman
EVP, Chief Information Officer

Jordan joined Choice in 2016. He has extensive experience with directing digital technology transformation across a variety of industry verticals, including logistics, education, digital marketing and insurance. His specialties include product development, global infrastructure management, data processing and support services. Prior to Choice, Jordan served as Chief Information Officer for The Princeton Review, Ambassador Education Solutions, and has held technology leadership positions at companies such as Chubb Insurance and Organic. He holds a BA in Communications from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, is a member of the New York CTO Club, and has published numerous articles about technology management strategy.

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Senior Management
Lauren Boegner
SVP of Global Human Resources
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Lauren Boegner
SVP of Global Human Resources

Lauren joined Choice in 2019, and leads the Human Resources function across the company including recruitment, benefits administration, performance management and training and development. As a champion of progressive culture, Lauren partners with the leadership team to create a collaborative, team oriented and engaging modern environment for our global employee experience. Prior to Choice, Lauren was the Vice President of Human Resources at Preferred Sands, an oil and gas service company with locations across North America. In this role, Lauren was successful developing and maintaining a high performing organization. She holds a BA in Organizational Behavior from the University of Michigan.

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Nicholas G. Hoenemeyer
SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
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Nicholas G. Hoenemeyer
SVP, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Nick joined Choice in 2017 and is responsible for its commercial agreements, corporate governance, and compliance. Nick also leads the Global Trade Solution function providing import and export services and guidance for Choice clients. Prior to joining Choice, Nick led the legal department for a regional telecommunications provider and has focused his practice on technology and compliance issues in a variety of settings. Nick holds a BA in history from Haverford College and a J.D. from Brooklyn Law School. He is a member of the International Association of Privacy Professionals, holding its CIPP/US accreditation, and currently serves on the In-House Counsel Committee of the New York City Bar Association.

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Joe Manzo
SVP of Finance
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Joe Manzo
SVP of Finance

Joe joined Choice in 2019 as Director of Operational Finance and was promoted to Vice President in 2020 and Senior Vice President in 2023. He is responsible for developing and executing the company’s financial strategy and operations, to maximize profitability, customer experience, and scalability. Joe has extensive experience in executing financial systems transformation initiatives through cross functional collaboration, system implementation and process improvement projects across a variety of industries. Prior to Choice, Joe held financial leadership positions at Preferred Sands and Precision Castparts and was instrumental in executing strategic initiatives and leading financial systems implementations. Joe holds a BS in Accounting and Finance from Eastern University and is a CPA

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Nilesh Parmar
SVP of Global Sales
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Nilesh Parmar
SVP of Global Sales

Nilesh joined Choice in 2009 and has held various positions in operations and client services. From 2018 to 2021, Nilesh served as Vice President of Client Services and Business Development for the EMEA & APAC regions, where he was responsible for maintaining a consistent focus on performance, solutions, service delivery and fiscal responsibility to satisfy client expectations. In 2021 Nilesh was promoted to Senior Vice President to lead Choice’s Global Sales organization. Prior to Choice Nilesh held leadership roles at British Telecom, and improved customer experience for large financial based clients such as Credit Suisse and Deutsche Bank. Nilesh speaks five languages, and has lived and worked in the UK, Spain, India, Brazil and Japan.

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Eric Benvenuto
VP of Operations, Americas
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Eric Benvenuto
VP of Operations, Americas

Eric worked at Choice for seven years and returned to the company in 2020 as a Director of Field Operations for the Americas region. In that role he was responsible for managing the operations in the East region of the United States as well as Canada. In 2021, Eric was promoted to Vice President of Operations for the Americas region and now leads a team across North and South America, as well as Central America, with an ongoing focus to drive world class performance to ensure client expectations and service level requirements are satisfied. Prior to Choice, Eric held various operational roles for supply chain and logistics companies. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Business from Central Michigan University.

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Tracy Dawson
VP of Client Services, Americas
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Tracy Dawson
VP of Client Services, Americas

Tracy joined Choice in 2018 as Senior Director of Client Services and was promoted to Vice President of Client Services for the Americas in 2022. She has demonstrated success in maintaining long term client relationships and client satisfaction. With an effective engaging leadership style, Tracy has a proven track record in managing Silicon Valley based Fortune 500 companies. Prior to Choice, Tracy held several senior roles at DHL Supply Chain and Exel Global Logistics focusing on strategic account management, client retention and growth. Tracy was born and raised in the United Kingdom and moved to California in 1998 where she still resides today.

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Sal Giallanza
VP of Infrastructure
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Sal Giallanza
VP of Infrastructure

Sal joined Choice in 2016, and is responsible for global IT Infrastructure, including both IT Operations and support. Sal has over two decades of experience in Information Technology including infrastructure management, telecommunications, disaster recovery/resiliency, and support services in both the public and private sectors. Prior to Choice, he served as Chief Information Officer for the New York City Mayor’s Office under both Michael Bloomberg and Bill De Blasio. He has held IT leadership positions at The Princeton Review and Organic, and holds a BS in Computer Science from CUNY.

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Jan-Harmen Hietbrink
VP of Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)
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Jan-Harmen Hietbrink
VP of Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA)

Jan-Harmen joined Choice in January 2024. He is responsible for Business Operations and Client Services in Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA). In addition, he provides people leadership for the EMEA based team members and collaborates with the leadership team to continuously advance and develop our business and culture. Jan-Harmen has extensive experience in Program & Performance Management and Process Optimization. He brings over 20 years of logistics experience from the Postal and Express Transportation Industry, where he held various senior management positions. Prior to Choice, Jan-Harmen led the Central Planning & Engineering Department for FedEx Express in Europe. He holds a Master of Laws from the University of Leiden in the Netherlands.

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Cameron Hwang
VP of Asia Pacific (APAC)
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Cameron Hwang
VP of Asia Pacific (APAC)

Cameron joined Choice in 2023. He is responsible for all Choice Asia Pacific (APAC) business, specifically around operational performance, client management and program success. Cameron brings over 17 years of logistics experience from companies such as DB Schenker, DHL Supply Chain, and CEVA Logistics. He has a strong P&L understanding, passion and commitment for process and solution efficiency, quality, cost savings, client support, commercial expertise and operational excellence. He holds a BS in Finance from the SUNY Buffalo.

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Doug Magnan
VP of Transportation Management and Analytics
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Doug Magnan
VP of Transportation Management and Analytics
Doug has been with Choice since 1990. As a seasoned industry veteran in the third-party service logistics industry, he is responsible for leading Choice’s Transportation Management group with direct responsibility for the day to day management of Choice’s major carriers, overseeing the shipping performance for all carriers and Secured Stocking Locations . He also oversees Choice’s business intelligence and data analytic initiatives. Doug has held a variety of management positions within Choice Logistics, as well prior with Archer Management Systems. He holds a BS in Aeronautical Studies and Transportation Management from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University.
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Paul Malamet
VP of Global Sales
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Paul Malamet
VP of Global Sales

Paul Malamet has over 30 years of transportation, logistics, and supply chain experience, joining Choice Logistics in 1997. As a senior Business Development contributor, Paul has held various key positions at Choice, with a focus on driving new client engagements, strategic initiatives, and ongoing business development. Before joining the Choice team in 1997, Paul established a service parts logistics company, LogisTech, Inc. (LTI) and prior to that experience, he served as the Vice President of Sales for Worldwide Express. Paul is a graduate of McGill University with a B.A. in Political Science.

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Ann Olson
VP of Global Trade Services
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Ann Olson
VP of Global Trade Services

Ann joined Choice in 2021 as the Director, Global Trade Solutions and was promoted to Vice President, Global Trade Solutions in 2024. She has demonstrated a mature regulatory skillset and disciplined problem-solving approach that has allowed her to be an effective advisor for our clients and leader for Global Trade Services. Further, Ann’s work developing our Global Trade colleagues has been instrumental in enabling the growth of a service that is both highly valued by our clients and critical to achieving our strategic vision Ann brings over fifteen years of trade compliance experience from companies such as Abbott, Thermo Fisher Scientific, and Olympus. She is a graduate of the University of Minnesota with a B.A in Political Science, has her MBA from Metro State University and is a Licensed Customs Broker.

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