SCHAUMBURG, Ill., (May 5, 2025) – SEKO Logistics (SEKO), the leader in end-to-end global logistics, announces the appointments of Vanessa Rambo as Chief Compliance Officer (CCO), Brendan Belz as Chief Transformation Officer (CTO) and Alain Chimene as Regional President, APAC, effective immediately.
Vanessa Rambo, Chief Compliance Officer
In her new role, Rambo will lead SEKO’s U.S. and Global Compliance teams, driving operational improvements while navigating and mitigating risks across the organization.
"With over 25 years of global experience, Vanessa brings unmatched compliance expertise to SEKO,” said Gordon Branov, SEKO’s CEO. “Her deep knowledge of logistics, supply chain regulations, export controls and import compliance will be a major asset to our teams worldwide.”
Rambo is a licensed customs broker and recognized leader in trade and customs compliance. She has held senior leadership roles at Lamb Weston, Nestle USA, Meggitt USA and Bostik Inc., among others. Her experience spans multiple sectors – such as aerospace and defense, food and beverage and agriculture – where she led enterprise-wide compliance programs.
“I’m excited to join SEKO at such a pivotal time for the industry,” said Rambo. “Strengthening our global compliance framework isn’t just about risk management - it’s about enabling smart, scalable growth. I look forward to partnering with teams across regions to build a culture of operational integrity and excellence.”
Brendan Belz, Chief Transformation Officer
Belz joins SEKO in the newly created CTO role, leading strategic initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, drive innovation and foster sustainable growth. He will focus on aligning strategic priorities with business objectives and connecting efforts across SEKO’s global network.
“As the industry navigates rapid changes, Brendan’s cross-sector experience in strategy and transformation makes him uniquely equipped to identify opportunities, streamline operations and fuel strategic growth,” said Branov. “His ability to drive efficiency and build scalable solutions will have a lasting impact for both our company and clients.”
Belz most recently served as Vice President of Transformation at Livingston International, where he led value creation strategies and played a pivotal role in the company’s successful acquisition by Purolator. Previously, he spent six years at Bain & Company, managing growth strategy and performance improvement projects across multiple sectors. He also held finance and strategy roles at Cummins Inc., with significant experience in African markets.
“SEKO has built a strong reputation for agility and innovation, and I’m energized to help take that to the next level,” said Belz. “I look forward to connecting global initiatives, unlocking efficiencies, and creating transformative value for our teams, network partners and customers.”
Alain Chimene, Regional President, APAC
As Regional President, APAC, Chimene will provide strategic direction, oversee operations and drive regional growth and profitability. His appointment reinforces SEKO’s commitment to strengthening its presence in one of the world’s most critical logistics markets.
"We're excited to welcome Alain to lead our APAC region,” said Branov. “His decades of industry experience, deep regional expertise, and customer-first mindset make him the ideal leader to deliver excellence for our clients across a dynamic market,” said Branov.
Chimene brings over 35 years of global logistics experience, most recently as CEO Asia Pacific of CEVA Logistics. He also held senior executive roles at Geodis, Ziegler Group and Li & Fung, where he led high-performing teams and drove operational transformation. Chimene has extensive knowledge of the Asian market and a proven track record in driving profitability and growth.
“Asia is one of the most vital and fast-evolving logistics markets in the world, and I’m honored to lead SEKO’s growth in the region,” said Chimene. “I look forward to working closely with our talented teams to enhance service capabilities, deepen client partnerships and further solidify SEKO’s role as a trusted logistics partner across APAC.”
To learn more about SEKO, visit www.sekologistics.com.
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About SEKO Logistics
Built on nearly 50 years of logistics expertise, SEKO Logistics is the no-nonsense global end-to-end logistics partner – from shipper to consumer. SEKO delivers client-first service, expert reliability and tech-driven shipping solutions that turn supply chains into a competitive differentiator. With over 150 offices in more than 60 countries, SEKO helps you move at the speed of global commerce. Learn more at www.sekologistics.com.
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