Giovanni Antonuccio,

CCO, APM Terminals Elizabeth, LLC

Giovanni has extensive experience in terminal operations and planning to lead critical revenue streams, innovative operations and service efficiency. He helped enhance the customer experience with innovative SaaS tools for data collection and feedback to keep APM Terminals customer-focused and responsive.

He has a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences & Economics and a master’s degree in Strategic Communication and Leadership, both from Seton Hall University.

CMA CGM SVP & Chief Procurement Officer

Bob Basila, Senior Vice President and Chief Procurement Officer at CMA CGM Group in North America, is responsible for managing the purchasing of transportation products and services for CMA CGM across the following categories: Ocean Terminal, Rail, Truck, Barge, Chassis, Depot and Corporate Services. He is responsible for strategic sourcing and purchasing execution, including price/contract negotiations, digital strategy and supplier relationship management. He also manages Procurement Gateway optimization for the CMA CGM and APL brands.

Bob has over 32 years of progressive global experience in the chemicals, plastics, financial and transportation industries in supply chain, commercial and procurement. He is based at CMA CGM Americas headquarters in Norfolk, VA.

He previously held senior-level roles at General Electric and SABIC prior to joining CMA CGM in 2019. Bob has a B.A. degree in History from Hartwick College. He is a graduate of the General Electric Commercial Leadership Program and is also a Six Sigma Green Belt.

Director, Business Development and Customer Service
Port Newark Container Terminal (PNCT)

Mark Ficarra, Director of Business Development and Customer Service at PNCT, has over 30 years of experience in marine terminal operations. His responsibilities include contract management, customer outreach, billing and collection of terminal fees, CBP relations and compliance, and overall customer experience. He participated in numerous Port Authority of NY/NJ outreach events and was a member of the Council on Port Performance (CPP) working groups during its origins.

Prior to joining PNCT, Mark worked at Maersk/APM Terminals. He began his career in container and chassis maintenance before moving into terminal operations and logistics. He has a degree in business management from Kean University.

Steven M. Golich,

President and CEO
at Alliance Shippers

Steven M. Golich, President and CEO at Alliance Shippers, joined the company in 1998 as Vice President of Special Projects. He has held several senior-level titles at Alliance including Regional Vice President, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. As COO, he oversaw the daily operations of all company offices and services. He was promoted to President and CEO in 2021.

Prior to Alliance Shippers, Steve gained extensive experience in transportation and distribution, rising to president at two mid-sized transportation companies. He has served as a board member for the BNSF customer advisory board and is an active member of the Ryder Logistics Carrier customer advisory board. Steve serves in an advisory role with TRAC Intermodal and is a member of the Blackhawks Alumni Association.

Steve earned a degree in marketing from Northern Illinois University, maintains an office at Alliance corporate headquarters in Orchard Park, IL and lives in the greater Chicago area.

Bob Nixon

Commercial Partnership Executive,
Port Liberty USA

Bob Nixon, a Senior Maritime Executive with over 35 years of experience in ocean shipping and terminal operations, has commercial responsibility for Port Liberty USA, with a focus on the Beneficial Cargo Owner.

Bob joined Port Liberty in 2001 and has worked in all facets of the operation. He previously held the position of Vice President of Operations for Port Liberty New York, leading a strong management team and a 350-member ILA Union staff, while ensuring a safe and profitable workplace.

Prior to Port Liberty, Bob spent 13 years with Inchcape Shipping Services in various positions on the steamship agency side of the business. Bob is also a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran.

Dominic O’Brien

Senior Marketing Manager at PhilaPort

He lectures frequently on port and transportation issues to trade groups, university classes, and civic associations in the U.S. and internationally.

He is a Board Member of the District Export Council – Mid-Atlantic, a member of the Temple University Supply Chain Program Advisory Board, and former President of the World Trade Association of Philadelphia. A graduate of LaSalle University, Mr. O’Brien lives in Abington, PA with his wife and daughter.

Steve Schulein, Vice President of Drayage & Industry Relations for National Retail Systems (NRS), oversees the company’s drayage, intermodal, maritime and port-related issues.

Before joining NRS, Steve was General Manager operations of North America for Cosco. He was previously Senior Vice President of Operations for Puerto Rico Marine Management, Inc. (Navieras), the leading carrier in the Puerto Rican/U.S. trade. During his tenure, the company was serving the trade (as well as other Caribbean points) with a fleet comprised of container ships and Ro/Ro vessels. He also served as a consultant for major Port Authorities.

Steve serves on multiple boards where he focuses on improving port operations. He is on the Council of Port Performance (CPP) which includes the major stakeholders in the Port of New York/New Jersey and serves on the Executive Board of Directors of the Association of Bi-State Motor Carriers.

James Wyper,

Senior Managing Director, Head of Transportation & Logistics, Stonepeak

Prior to joining Stonepeak, James was a member of Credit Suisse’s Global Energy group, where he focused on the power and renewables sectors.

James received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Yale University.