Episode 15: Today, Dr. Omar Ayyash, President and CEO of the World Trade Center Kentucky interviews a team of representatives from UPS who are deeply involved in UPS Global Supply Chain Solutions. Kentucky is fortunate to have a significant UPS presence and the logistical expertise and capabilities they offer are truly a competitive advantage for Kentucky businesses.

Meet the UPS Team in the Studio

John Rushing is a WTCKY Board Member. He’s the Managing Director of UPS Sales in the Central Zone. He’s been with the company for 36 years. Tim Wing is the Managing Director of Global Customs Brokerage Growth for UPS Supply Chain Solutions. He’s a licensed US Customs Broker and holds Customs designations in Canada, as well. Ryan Zehring is an International Sales Manager for UPS. He has a 24-year career in sales. The last 5 of which have been with UPS.

Omar begins by commenting on the value of having the UPS Worldport in Louisville. In 2023, Kentucky exported $40 billion. Much of the exports and imports relied on UPS and its Worldport operations.

To Contact Ryan Zehring:

Email: rdzehring@ups.com

Website: https://www.ups.com/us/en/supplychain/Home.page

Upcoming WTCKY EVENTS:

· 08/22/24 – Trade Chat: EU Calling! (Video Discussion)

· 10/12/24 – Global Trade Mission 2024 – Dubai, UAE

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