Globe Express Services® Appoints David Bennett, President Americas

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, October 12, 2016 - CHARLOTTE, NC USA, - Globe Express Services® (GES), a global 3PL/4PL with a total market presence in over 80 countries, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Bennett as President of the Americas.  

David Bennett brings extensive experience to GES, having worked in senior management roles for several respected companies in the logistics industry.  These include “K” Line America, Schneider Logistics and Li & Fung Logistics, where he led teams delivering supply chain solutions in a variety of capacities including ocean, air & intermodal freight, warehousing & distribution, global sourcing, contract logistics, e-commerce, origin hub fulfillment centers and cargo management/4PL services.  Bennett’s experience spans nearly 30 years including several positions working for beneficial cargo owners (importers & exporters), which provides important insight from the 3PL customers’ perspective.  David is known for his logistics industry thought leadership including regular guest speaking engagements and editorial / article contributions to several trade magazines.

Mustapha Kawam, President & CEO of GES, describes this nomination in saying, “We are confident that David will be an asset to GES and will contribute significantly in its further expansion. We are also pleased on him joining the company to provide leadership for the Americas, an extremely important market where we are committed to taking our business to the next level.  At GES, David has the opportunity to leverage his deep supply chain experience with a company that is well positioned and poised for growth given our continued investment in resources, technology and “A-Team” talent.  I welcome David on board and extend him complete support in taking Globe Express Services - USA to new heights of success.”

David describes his new assignment in saying, “I’m humbled to join GES in this capacity which provides me with a remarkable opportunity to strengthen the company’s growth in the region at time when there are strong demands for swifter logistics.  This company has a long and proud reputation for providing excellent customer service, with a loyal customer base throughout the Americas.  GES’s mission of ‘providing logistics solutions delivered by people who care’ really sums up our approach, which will be reinforced through our core values of operational excellence, transparency, accountability and integrity.  First and foremost we are a service business and it’s our team that makes the difference.  I’m challenging the organization to take the word ‘No’ out of our vocabulary in order to better serve customers and provide an unparalleled service experience.”