Joseph Morris Named Director at Port Everglades
plays in a community," said Broward County Administrator Monica Cepero. "Joe has proven to be an exceptional leader throughout his private sector and public service career in the port industry, with more than 25 years of diverse experience in seaport, transportation, government, and business management."
Austal USA Names Santamaria CFO
lengthy career. Before coming to Austal USA, he was CFO and a board member for Cobham Advanced Electronic Solutions where he served in a number of roles. Santamaria also had a 24-year career with Lockheed Martin Corporation culminating with a position of Divisional CFO.Santamaria holds a B.S. in Business Management from Towson University in Maryland. He is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and completed the financial management program through the Stanford University Graduate School of Business
DSC Dredge Names Rondi Carlos-Volpi HR Director
Carlos-Volpi as director of human resources (HR).Volpi brings to the role more than 25 years of experience in HR, including 17 years in engineering-related roles and 3 years in the construction-related industry. She is a graduate of the University of New Orleans with a bachelor's degree in business management, specializing in HR management.Doy Dugan, DSC Dredge's chief financial officer, said, "We are delighted to have Ms. Volpi join our team. Her extensive experience and passion for creating an exceptional workplace align perfectly with our company's values and objectives."
Colonna's Shipyard's President & CEO Tom Godfrey to Retire. New CEO Named
, including Down River ship repair work. Webb has held a variety of leadership roles with increasing responsibility across the spectrum of company activities to include ship superintendent, shipyard project and contracts manager, and operations manager of Steel America.Webb earned a B.S. in business management from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) and completed his project management professional curriculum through Villanova University.“It is an honor to follow in the footsteps of Tom Godfrey, a respected industry leader who has been the driving force behind
Röhlig Logistics Appoints Global Sea Freight Director
network expansion – both by entering new markets and extending our carrier portfolio. Ensuring access to alternative fuel technologies in order to provide low-carbon shipping options will also be a key goal,” said Albrecht.The 45-year-old holds a Master’s degree in Digital Business Management and has 25 years of experience in the logistics sector. Prior to his new position at Röhlig Logistics, he served as Global Key Account Manager at Maersk Germany.He reports to Hylton Gray, CEO Sea Freight, Air Freight, Contract Logistics & Sales and member of the Global Executive Board
Port of New Orleans Names Wypyski COO
Maritime Security and Port Readiness Board Member. Wypyski is a Certified Maritime Port Executive through the International Association of Maritime and Port Executives.He received his Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Southern Mississippi and a Bachelor of Science Business Management/Marine Transportation/Nautical Science from New York State Merchant Marine Academy.“I am thrilled to join the Port of New Orleans team during this historic time in international commerce and the global supply chain,” said Wypyski. “I look forward to contributing to Port NOLA&rsquo
Carter Sworn In as Milwaukee Port Director
person of color, to serve as Director of Port Milwaukee.A lifelong resident of Milwaukee, Carter has worked in the local non-profit and public sector for more than 20 years. She most recently served as the Finance & Administration Officer for Port Milwaukee, where she provided oversight of all Port business operations, including its financial, human resource, and administrative functions. She has been integral in helping to shape the department’s strategic planning and grant funding efforts.Carter earned a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Public Administration from Concordia
iconsys Names Tassell Head of Marine and Ports
with existing customers and platform partners, and working directly with OEMs and end-users with their decarbonization objectives. Tassell has a strong technical and commercial understanding of the maritime industry, which is enhanced by his education in electrical and electronic engineering and business management.Nick Darrall, Managing Director at iconsys, said, “We’re delighted to welcome Jordan to the iconsys team and look forward to him continuing to strengthen our position in the maritime industry, a sector we have experienced a sustained and rapid growth in over the past 18 months
Jackie Q. Carter to Serve as Director at Port Milwaukee
. The appointment is subject to Common Council approval.A lifelong resident of Milwaukee, Carter has worked in the local non-profit and public sector for more than 20 years. She most recently served as the Finance & Administration Officer for Port Milwaukee, where she provided oversight of all Port business operations, including its financial, human resource, and administrative functions. She has been integral in helping to shape the department’s strategic planning and grant funding efforts.Upon confirmation, Carter will become the first woman, and the first Black person to serve as Director
Colonna’s Shipyard Announces Senior Management Changes
has led the contracts department of CSI since 2017. Previously, he served in other areas of the company with increasing responsibility, starting as a ship superintendent, later as a shipyard project manager and contracts manager, and eventually operations manager, Steel America. He has a B.S. in business management from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) and completed his project management professional curriculum through Villanova University.In his new position, Crutchfield will be responsible for all CSI fabrication and machining operations, including off-site welding
Fitts Named VP of Contracts & Pricing at Ingalls Shipbuilding
who assumed a new role in March as vice president of infrastructure and sustainability.Fitts will have overall responsibility for contracts, estimating and pricing, and export/import licensing and compliance for the Ingalls shipyard, and will report to Keith Munn, Ingalls’ vice president of business management and chief financial officer.“Stephen’s extensive background in legal and contract administration forms a solid foundation for his transition into this important leadership role,” Munn said. “He has been committed to building trusting relationships while ensuring an
Port of Corpus Christi Names Takizawa Director of Trade Development
customer relationships, while attracting new partnerships and new opportunities in the dynamic markets we serve.”Takizawa holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from the Instituição Toledo de Ensino in Brazil, as well as postgraduate degrees in marketing and business management from Fundação Getulio Vargas in Brazil. He also holds a Credential of Readiness from Harvard Business School Online. He speaks four languages.
Intelatus: The long-tenured, New Name in Market Intel & Planning
administration from Pennsylvania State University and a BS in marine science from the State University of New York Maritime College. He also has a professional mariner's license from the U.S. Coast Guard.Philip Lewis, Director of Research, has extensive market analysis, strategic planning and business management experience in the maritime, offshore oil and gas, and energy transition sectors. Lewis has degrees in business administration from the NEOMA Business School and Middlesex University. Prior to joining Intelatus, Philip accumulated 30 years of corporate and commercial management and strategic
Huntington Ingalls Industries Names Gokhale Technical Solutions VP
America’s largest military shipbuilding company Huntington Ingalls Industries (HII) announced that Ashutosh Gokhale has been appointed vice president, business management and chief financial officer for its Technical Solutions division.Gokhale will replace Billy Jahn upon his retirement on July 9 and will be responsible for all financial management and business management functions in Technical Solutions. Gokhale will be located at HII’s offices in Fairfax, Va., and will report to Andy Green, HII executive vice president and president of Technical Solutions.“Ashutosh has extensive
HII Appoints Mulherin VP of Contracts at Newport News Shipbuilding
. Mulherin succeeds Christie Thomas, who has been appointed corporate vice president, investor relations.Mulherin will have overall responsibility for contracts, pricing, and export/import licensing and compliance for Newport News. He will report to Don Godwin, Newport News vice president of business management and chief financial officer.Mulherin joined Newport News in 2004 and has held finance and business operations management positions for the entire product line at the division. He started as a financial analyst and served as business manager for the Block III Virginia-class submarine program
Port Manatee Hires Tillotson as Chief Commercial Officer
. His government service included as a marine cargo specialist for the U.S. Department of Navy in Concord, Calif., and as chief of breakbulk cargo at the U.S. Army base in Oakland.Tillotson holds a master’s in business administration from the University of Phoenix and a bachelor’s in business management from St. Mary’s College of California. He is a graduate of the Army Management Staff College and earned global logistics specialist certification from the California Maritime Academy.At Port Manatee, Tillotson is succeeding as chief commercial officer Matty Appice, who plans to retire
Elliott Bay Design Group Names Ekse President
to president, while remaining a principal of the firm. He will have direct supervision of the business and affairs of the company, including its subsidiary company, SeeSaw Services. He will be responsible for advancing EBDG's major strategic objectives while leading the team with planning, business management, engineering, personnel development and sales.With 30 years of experience in the marine industry, Ekse has a diverse background including prior positions with Vigor, Alaska Marine Highway System, Alaska Ship and Drydock and Crowley Marine Services. Since joining EBDG, he has led multiple employee
