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Magellan Transport Logistics was represented with Owner/CEO Tom and Patty Piatak in attendance as a logistics supplier for the L-Brands Supplier Diversity Conference in Columbus Ohio, May 2015. Round tables discussions were conducted post corporate presentations. L- Brands, which includes The Limited Brand, Victoria Secret, Bath and Body Works, Henri Bendel and La Senza strongly…

Dana Higginbotham, from Magellan Transport Logistics was named “Ultimate Financial Officer” at the 6th annual Ultimate Financial Officer Awards luncheon held at the Marriot Southpoint Convention Center on September 11, 2014. The role of the Financial Officer has evolved. Not only do they encourage and adapt to changing business models, but ensure core accounting and…

Jacksonville, FL (May 2014) — Magellan Transport Logistics, a leading provider in transport logistics, warehousing, and supply chain management welcomes Jack Magri, Jackson Bradley, Kaleigh Hyers and Tom Piatak II on board to fill four Summer Intern positions. Tom Piatak, Chairman & CEO of Magellan Transport Logistics, said, “Magellan Transport believes in growing our staff…

Jacksonville, FL (May 2014) – Magellan Transport Logistics Owner & CEO Tom Piatak was recently honored with the Patriot Award by the Area 4 Florida Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR). The Patriot Award reflects the efforts made to support Citizen Warriors through a wide range of measures including flexible schedules, time off…

Magellan Transport Logistics, a leading provider in transport logistics, warehousing, and supply chain management has appointed Andrew Bridgham and Jason Harness as Jacksonville East and West Branch Managers, respectively. In this position, Andrew (West Branch) and Jason (East Branch) will be responsible for sales efforts in the Brokerage Expansion, managing and supporting the operations of…

Eighteen fans got the chance of a lifetime Wednesday just three hours before Justin Bieber was set to hit the stage. Magellan Transport Logistics (MTL), in conjunction with SMG Jacksonville, donated 18 tickets to the With Love Charity. MTL Account Manager Aaron Clancy volunteers for the With Love Organization that supports activities for children battling…

Jacksonville is a Navy town but the Army, Air Force and Marines appear on the first Veteran-Owned business list published by the Jacksonville Business Journal. The list ranks the companies by revenue, with the former servicemen involved in everything from law to software development to construction. Magellan is a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business. We have…

Magellan Transport Logistics Owner & CEO Tom Piatak was recognized in an article today by the Jacksonville Business Journal for pursuing employees with a strong, military work ethic. Tom tries to hire veterans when can and believes that they, and the work ethic they possess, are a good match for Magellan’s business. Tom served five…

Melinda Gardepe and Dana Higginbotham have both recently been recognized at a Magellan Transport Logistics corporate banquet for achieving 5 years of company service. Melinda (Mindy) began with Magellan in May 2008 and manages the intermodal division, which has grown consistently during her time with MTL. Dana has been with Magellan since June 2008 and…

Magellan Transport Logistics (MTL) is pleased to announce that Shawn Thomas has been hired as Director of Government Logistics. He graduated from Clemson University with a degree in Mechanical Engineering. Shawn has been in logistics for 14 years and is a Veteran of the United States Navy. As the Director of Government Business Development, Shawn…