Kari Conger
Oshkosh
Summary
Experienced professional with a strong background in strategic planning, operational management, and achieving organizational success within the transportation industry. Demonstrated ability to foster team collaboration and adapt to evolving business needs. Skilled in financial oversight, decision-making, and process optimization to drive results. Known for reliable and adaptable work style, with a reputation for strong communication and leadership abilities.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Managing Member
AGL Group, LLC.
10.2013 - Current
- Company Overview: International & Domestic Logistics Provider
- Currently my position is managing member of AGL Group, LLC
- From October 2013 to the present
- My position currently is managing member of AGL Group
- Optimized supply chain operations by developing strong relationships with key suppliers, reducing lead times, and minimizing inventory costs.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing high-quality products at competitive prices while maintaining positive relationships.
- I also handle all the specialty software, such as tracking each shipment, inventory tracking
- Implemented innovative marketing campaigns that boosted brand awareness and generated new leads for the business.
- Salary $225,000 per a year
- Managed financial operations, including budgeting and forecasting, ensuring company stability and growth.
- Developed and maintained client relationships, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Increased overall productivity by implementing efficient management strategies and streamlining processes.
- Improved operational performance through continuous process improvement initiatives and best practice implementation.
- Led monthly meetings to discuss business initiatives and brainstorm new ideas.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular meetings and open communication channels, resulting in improved project outcomes.
- Drove revenue growth by identifying potential business opportunities and establishing strong partnerships with key industry players.
- Achieved exceptional customer service standards by implementing effective feedback systems designed to address concerns promptly and professionally.
Managing Member
Alliance Global Logistics, LLC. (Now known as AGL Group, LLC.)
07.2013 - 10.2015
- Company Overview: OTI/NVOCC/Freight Forwarder
- My position was managing member of Alliance Global Logistics from July2013 to October2015
- My position is responsible for building & maintaining business relationships with International & domestic clients for all aspects of their international transportation needs
- Develop marketing strategies and sales policies which will help in the growth of the sales department within the company
- As a leader in sales department, I work hard training new account representatives and encouraging them in international & domestic sales with tools and knowledge that I have gained within my sales career
- Sell various levels of transportation services to small, medium and large import clients that are custom tailored to their needs with exceptional service
- Expand Cargo Logistics business over Europe & South America by understanding and coming to terms with importers from Brazil to Russia and their growing need for3PL transportation needs
- Sales increased by65% over a span of one year while maintaining strong sales in the Trans-Pacific market
- Salary $185,000 per a year
Trans-Pacific Trade Lane Manager
Senderex Cargo Inc.
03.2012 - 07.2013
- Company Overview: OTI/NVOCC/Freight Forwarder
- My position was Trans-Pacific Trade Lane Manager from March2012 to July2013
- My position was International Logistics Director
- My role was to help Senderex Cargo obtain an NVOCC/OTI license via the federal maritime commission as well as start up the US Custom brokerage sector of the company
- I also developed the Trans-Pacific Trade Lane Division of Senderex Cargo
- This success launched an additional revenue opportunities for the company
- Salary $95,000 per year
Business Development Manager
Alba Trans Inc.
09.2011 - 03.2012
- Company Overview: OTI/ NVOCC/Freight Forwarder
- From September2011 to March2012 my position was Business Development Manager for the launching of the Trans-Pacific Trade Lane Division in the Los Angeles office
- My position included sales of import and export general cargo from/to Asia, ocean & airfreight carrier contract negotiations, sales of direct Customs Brokerage & Insurance
- Salary95,000 per year
Business Development Manager
Weiss-Rohlig USA LLC.
06.2010 - 08.2011
- Company Overview: OTI/NVOCC/ Freight Forwarder
- From June2010 until August2011 my position was Business Development Manager to strengthen the Los Angeles branch’s Trans-Pacific sales of ocean cargo and put a sales program in place
- My position is responsible for building & maintaining business relationships with international & domestic clients for all aspects of their international transportation with a great focus on the Trans-Pacific markets
- Salary $95,000 per year
President
Cargo Logistics Intl. Corp. (formerly American Freight Forwarders, Inc.)
02.2000 - 01.2010
- Company Overview: OTI/NVOCC/ Freight Forwarder
- From February2000 until January2010, I was President of Cargo Logistics International, Cerritos, CA
- My position is responsible for building & maintaining business relationships with International & domestic clients for all aspects of their international transportation needs
- Develop marketing strategies and sales policies which will help in the growth of the sales department within the company
- As a leader in our international sales department, I work hard training new account representatives and encouraging them in international & domestic sales with tools and knowledge that I have gained within my sales career
- Sell various levels of transportation services to small, medium and large import clients that are custom tailored to their needs with exceptional service
- Expand Cargo Logistics business over Europe & South America by understanding and coming to terms with importers from Brazil to Russia and their growing need for3PL transportation needs
- Sales increased by65% over a span of one year while maintaining strong sales in the Trans-Pacific market
- Salary $105,000 per year
CEO
Global Commodities Sourcing Inc.
02.2004 - 11.2008
- Company Overview: International Sourcing Company
- From February2004 until November2008 My position was CEO of Global Commodities Sourcing Inc., Long Beach, CA
- A leading international sourcing company with offices in China & India
- Duties included Sales & Sourcing for various international clients including custom manufacturing of products, sourcing new or additional factories for products, Supply-chain & distribution planning
- Increasing and selling on-line products for the real-time import & export markets
- Developed more oversees offices and a widespread business plan for which almost one million dollars were being allocated
- Provided clients with international freight forwarding for sample import shipments for both ocean & airfreight through my own freight forwarding company
- Salary $87,000 per year
Regional Sales & Operations Manager
US Northwest Express
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Company Overview: OTI/NVOCC/Freight Forwarder
- From1999 -2000 worked as a Regional Sales & Operations Manager for the Los Angeles office
- I provided procedural sales support to account representatives & operations staff members
- Build & maintain local sales accounts in Airfreight & Ocean Import
- Manage local office and increased sales by53% overall
- Built a new domestic department with an aim on LTL shipments and warehousing throughout the United States
- Salary $65,000 per year
International Ocean Import Sales Representative
Universal Cargo Management, Inc.
01.1997 - 01.1999
International Ocean Import Sales Representative
L.C. Shipping Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1997
Domestic Freight Sales Representative
CJG International Inc.
01.1994 - 01.1995
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree - International Business
California State University Long Beach
Long Beach, CASkills
- Ethics and compliance
- Operations management
- Strategic partnerships
- Public speaking
- Organizational development
- Revenue growth
- International expansion
- E-commerce strategy
- Team leadership
Timeline
Managing Member
AGL Group, LLC.
10.2013 - Current
Managing Member
Alliance Global Logistics, LLC. (Now known as AGL Group, LLC.)
07.2013 - 10.2015
Trans-Pacific Trade Lane Manager
Senderex Cargo Inc.
03.2012 - 07.2013
Business Development Manager
Alba Trans Inc.
09.2011 - 03.2012
Business Development Manager
Weiss-Rohlig USA LLC.
06.2010 - 08.2011
CEO
Global Commodities Sourcing Inc.
02.2004 - 11.2008
President
Cargo Logistics Intl. Corp. (formerly American Freight Forwarders, Inc.)
02.2000 - 01.2010
Regional Sales & Operations Manager
US Northwest Express
01.1999 - 01.2000
International Ocean Import Sales Representative
Universal Cargo Management, Inc.
01.1997 - 01.1999
International Ocean Import Sales Representative
L.C. Shipping Inc.
01.1995 - 01.1997
Domestic Freight Sales Representative
CJG International Inc.
01.1994 - 01.1995
Bachelor of Science Degree - International Business
California State University Long Beach
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