What Happened?
San Francisco, CA-based Flexport Appointed James Chen as Chief Technology Officer
About the Company
Flexport`s mission is to fix the user experience in global trade and bring the world free trade through technology. All of us at Flexport share a vision for a world where any two businesses can trade with each other without regard for geographic distance, logistical complexity, or regulatory challenges. We are a licensed customs brokerage and freight forwarder built around an online dashboard. Our services include air freight, ocean freight, trucking, fulfillment, and cargo insurance. By automating these services and delivering them through an online dashboard, we`ve dramatically reduced costs and improved reliability. Our services put clients back in control of their logistics and supply chain needs. We offer faster freight quotes, lower prices, improved visibility and notifications, and advanced analytics. Our team of logistics managers offer world-class customer support to ensure all shipments exceed client expectations. Backed by Google Ventures, Bloomberg Beta, First Round Capital, Y Combinator and many more, Flexport is redefining how companies manage their global supply chain.
About the Person
James Chen is Chief Technology Officer at Built Technologies. Previously, James held various senior IT leadership roles in the industry.
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