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After almost 50 years of being in business, Scott knows well that the best life lessons can’t be learned in school. Scott’s deep commitment to GSC Logistics is rooted in the company’s humble beginning as a family-owned business that launched in his childhood garage. As the business grew, he learned the value of cultivating strong customer relationships. Scott is an unmatched industry expert and works to create transparency and certainty amidst an unpredictable transloading and drayage industry. Scott is passionate about paying it forward to the next generation of leaders and is deeply committed to his people. He believes Team GSC is the best group of people he’s ever worked with!

“It’s amazing what can be accomplished when no one cares who gets the credit.”

– John Wooden

Throughout David’s 35-year career, he has always put the customer first. As a 4th generation merchant mariner and a graduate of the US Merchant Marine Academy he understands the unique challenges clients face in their supply chain and aims to provide a consultative-based, customized solution that addresses their operations limitations. His passion to mitigate internal and external success forms a framework for a world-class organization to deliver white-glove service driven by financial successes.

“Lead with passion, conviction, and the full realization that you can only be as good as the team that surrounds you.”

For Richard Norton, success means having the opportunity to help others become successful without the distraction of worrying for his own success. He loves that there is always something new to learn, a new problem to solve, or a difficult situation to overcome at GSC. Richard considers himself fortunate to work in a field that is always evolving for the better.

“Motivation is the art of getting people to do what you want them to do because they want to do it.”

Being at the forefront of the innovation, technology, environmental and political climates is what leadership means to Justin. He loves being able to be creative in coming up with solutions for new or age-old pinch points for GSC’s clients. The systems Justin has personally established have allowed GSC to create a recruiting team that network and continue to grow the systems for any size client in the future.

“Success is not a Destination, It’s a Journey.”

Marc has 35+ years of experience in all facets of international and domestic transportation. Based on his experience, he is confident in his abilities to quickly address all transportation issues and continue bettering the customer experience.

“Focus on the things you can control.”

Brandon helps the daily operations of GSC as it’s employees provide excellent customer experience. He provides daily direction and strategy to the GSC operations team as they go above and beyond customers’ expectations and deliver outstanding service. He says “GSC’s family-oriented staff, professional drivers, and dedicated service is unparalleled and the absolute best in the industry.”

“Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence wins championships.”

Joseph loves that he has a great rapport with owners and associates at all levels of GSC. He believes the company’s insatiable appetite for growth and performance is just one perk of working there. GSC’s sales process uncovers not just the explicit requirements but also the implicit needs of a client through a consultative sales approach- which he thinks is a huge key in ensuring their client success.

“Thinking that every year that I only have a one year contract and there is always someone that can outperform me.”

With over 19 years of transportation and international operational experience in Freight Forwarding, Leanne takes the opportunity to truly understand every detail of our client’s supply chain. To her, success is measured by the loyalty and trust of our clients and the ability to connect on a human level. She’s proud that working for an industry leader like GSC means that we’re at the forefront of the issues that impact our industry and are fearless in advocating for our clients.

“Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” ― Seneca

As a leader in the company, Marqus gives spotlight to his team. For him, company successes are made possible by a team effort. He is drawn to GSC because of its engagement, care and positive support providing the daily spark for excellence.

“Be an innovative provider and showcase results that will continuously evolve with the industry”

As Vice President of Human Resources, Frank devotes himself to the development of the company workforce through minimizing turnover and retaining a highly competent and skilled workforce. His depth of knowledge and experience provides him with decisive approaches to large-scaled solutions for the internal organization; A success that exceeds the internal reach and extends to the client.

“Success and being an industry leader are synonymous terms defined by having the right people in the right place at the right time”

Peter is a firm believer that helping clients overcome major operational and technical challenges in their business is a priority. Through systems, reporting, and visibility, he believes we are able to bring
out the best solutions for each client’s operations. For Peter, a company’s job is to lead with a servant’s heart, try new ideas, and not fear failure.

“If you want 1 year of prosperity, grow grain. If you want 10 years of prosperity, grow trees. If you want 100 years of prosperity, grow people.” – Chinese Proverb

Thurman is a proud mentor who loves to help others in transportation and Logistics. His aptitude for establishing reliable logistic foundations for the clients we service is what sets him apart. For Thurman, success is being able to achieve the goal(s) set by company associates and leadership team measured by on time performance, minimizing service failures, and positively impacting the operations and business continuity.

“In order for one to lead with humanity one must first learn to follow with humility!”

For Mike, true success lies in leading a team of professionals who value their work culture. By investing in his team — and by extension the client — he paves the way for their growth, as well as that of GSC’s national client roster, and the company as a whole.  His expertise in the Pacific Northwest market creates trust with clients as he works to anticipate their needs and guide them from first touch to last mile. In his six years with GSC, Mike has proven that the core components of being an industry leader are founded on the ability to hire and retain top talent, cultivate a positive reputation, and lead the local market.

“Surround yourself with those on the same mission as you.”

Mark is an industry veteran with 30+ years of experience. A graduate of the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy at Kings Point, New York, Mark spent the first 20 years of his career in stevedoring and terminal operations throughout the West Coast. As the President of MacMillan-Piper, a member of the GSC family of companies, Mark leads the Pacific Northwest’s largest transloading and warehousing company.

“The pessimist complains about the wind. The optimist expects it to change. The leader adjusts the sails.”

– John Maxwell