Death is always a topic we try to avoid and one I do not particularly care to blog about. Death makes us uncomfortable because it is painful and frightening. However, death is something we all have to face at some point in our lives, and at HG Logistics LLC our hearts are tender this week as we deal with the loss of David Greek Sr. David Greek Sr. was the President of our affiliate company, Hill and Griffith, and on Monday, June 7, 2010, Mr. Greek passed away. Although Mr. Greek’s health had been failing the past few years and his death was not totally unexpected, it does not make it any easier to say goodbye to a father, friend, and coworker.

Having been employed by both Hill and Griffith and HG Logistics LLC, I have a total of 15 years experiencing working for the Greek family, and from experience, I can attest that they are great people to work for. I can recall the first time I met David Greek Sr. His large, what appeared to me to be a 6′ 4″ frame, towered over everyone in the room and his physical presence alone could prove quite intimidating. However, as I got to know him over the years, I personally found Mr. Greek quite approachable. He was someone with a great sense of humor who always made me laugh. He was definitely a determined man and over time I even grew to appreciate his stubbornness. He was not easily swayed, but the fact that the goals he visualized for Hill and Griffith led them to over 100 years of success tells me his vision was right on track.

David Greek Jr. now has the privilege to carry on his father’s vision as he oversees the operations of Hill and Griffith and HG Logistics LLC. Our prayers are with David Greek Jr. as he finds strength to heal and get pass the pain. In the mean time, all of us at Hill and Griffith and HG Logistics LLC can help keep David Greek Sr.’s visions, dreams, and aspirations alive and well as we work to keep his company operating at a level where it will experience another 100 years of success.

I recently came back into the logistics business after completing a non-compete clause with my prior employer. I landed here at HG Logistics and have found it to be much more of a “team” environment than before. Everybody is very willing to help with any questions, and there is a sense of a close-knit type of connection here between all employees, versus the cold, meat grinder type of feel with past experiences. The opportunity for success here is virtually unlimited, which makes me excited to be part of a growing company where I truly feel as though I can have an impact not only for the benefit of HG Logistics, but also for my personal goals and those of my family.

On the personal side, I am an avid bass fisherman. I also enjoy spending time with my 11 year old daughter, Lilli (who is a pretty good bass fisher herself!!). Other than that, I enjoy golfing, riding bicycles, motorcycles, boating and anything else that is outdoors. When it gets cold outside, I enjoy playing chess, reading, watching movies and enjoying my family.

HG Logistics LLC, a freight broker located in Cincinnati, Ohio, has freight opportunities in the South and Southeast regions. We are looking for quality carriers available to run these lanes.

If you are a carrier interested in this opportunity presented by HG Logistics, LLC please contact Duke Heller at 877-574-4744 ext. 4196.

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Rising truck freight rates and diesel prices are causing trucking companies to shut down, which in turn tightens shipper capacity. It is most likely this trend will continue in the coming years. Although these rising costs paint a bleak picture for the future, the August 2008 issue of The Kiplinger Letter reports that businesses are taking the following actions to help offset the negative:

• Companies are negotiating multi-year shipping contracts now. The rates might not seem like a bargain today, but down the road, they will prove a good deal.
• Manufacturers and retailers are cutting cost by looking stateside rather than overseas for production materials. With ocean freight costs adding approximately 10% duty to goods imported from China, “Made in America” is looking much more inviting.
• Companies such as Crown Battery, Volkswagen, and Ikea are increasing production at their U.S. facilities, in addition to building new plants in the states.
• More and more food retailers are stocking their shelves with fruits and vegetables from local producers rather than from overseas suppliers.

Fuel costs might be on the rise, but let’s look at the positive–it is once again making “Made in America” common household words.

Another positive–HG Logistics LLC is available to handle all your shipping needs helping your company to be more viable and productive in this tightening economy. HG Logistics LLC, a third party logistics company located in Cincinnati, Ohio, services all 48 states as well as Mexico and Canada. Contact us today at 1-877-574-4744.

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