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TIA Celebrates Latest Class of Certified Transportation Broker (CTB) Graduates

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Alexandria, VA— (December 19, 2025) – The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) – the only organization exclusively representing transportation intermediaries of all disciplines doing business in domestic and international commerce – congratulates the brokers who received their Certified Transportation Broker (CTB) certification in the Trimester 3 2025 course.

“Earning the CTB designation reflects a strong commitment to professionalism, ethical business practices, and continued growth in an increasingly complex logistics environment. These graduates have invested in their careers and in the future of the third-party logistics industry, and TIA is proud to recognize their achievement and perseverance,” said Chris Burroughs, President & CEO of TIA.

The CTB program, sponsored by Avalon Risk Management, is the most widely recognized credential in the 3PL industry. It represents a mark of professional distinction and a testament to each graduate’s commitment to continuous learning and ethical business practices.

“Avalon Risk Management congratulates the newest CTB graduates! Your commitment to advancing your knowledge and strengthening your skills reflects the professionalism that continues to move the 3PL industry forward. We’re proud to support a program that helps cultivate future leaders, and we applaud your dedication and hard work,” said Lisa Vranich, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Avalon Risk Management.

Trimester 3 2025 CTB Graduates include:

  • Elle Alibrando, CTB – Tucker Company Worldwide
  • Phillip Ball, CTB – Westgate Global Logistics
  • Karim Clark, CTB – RKA Transportation Services
  • Sarah Cox, CTB – Translogistics
  • Kara M. Cuvelier, CTB – KLC Logistics Inc.
  • Cedric Fernandes, CTB – Addison Transportation
  • Anthony M. Harris Jr., CTB – Universal Freight Systems, Inc.
  • Kristina Haverkorn, CTB – WOW Logistics Company, LLC
  • Karen Hess, CTB – Kenneth Clark Company, Inc.
  • Kaitlynn Hill, CTB – LST Group LLC
  • Dylan Holm, CTB – GEODIS
  • Nicole Hummel, CTB – Denver Freight Brokerage LLC
  • DJ Janssen, CTB – Proactive Group USA
  • Brandon Kelly, CTB – Universal Freight Systems, Inc.
  • DuJuan Lewis, CTB – GEODIS
  • Nicholas F. Mascari, CTB – Forza Logistics Group Inc.
  • Thomas Nafziger, CTB – Keller Logistics, LLC
  • Aries Franklin Otriz, CTB – Sunrise Logistics, Inc
  • Jamie E. Pfannerer, CTB – RLS Logistics
  • Crystal M. Redwine, CTB – LST Group LLC
  • Steven Reid, CTB – Keller Logistics, LLC
  • Isaiah Remy, CTB – RKA Transportation Services Inc.
  • Nathan Sauvé, CTB – Elite Logix Inc.
  • Samantha Savage, CTB – Keller Logistics, LLC
  • Beth L. Schmidt, CTB – WOW Logistics Company, LLC
  • Luc Scudellari, CTB – Southern Reins Logistics LLC
  • Rogelio Soliz Jr., CTB – Johanson Transportation Services
  • Travis M. Sooy, CTB – Allen Distribution
  • Charlene Van Abbema, CTB – Allen Lund Company
  • Olha Yaroshenko, CTB – Shram Logistics Solutions
  • Suzy Youmans, CTB – ShipNova

About TIA:

The Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) is the professional organization of the $343 billion third-party logistics industry. TIA is the only organization exclusively representing transportation intermediaries of all disciplines doing business in domestic and international commerce. TIA is the voice of transportation intermediaries to shippers, carriers, government officials, and international organizations. Learn more about TIA at www.tianet.org

Media Contact:
Meghan Henning
mhenning@onwrdupwrd.com
571.309.3961

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