Type Of Business:
Multi-faceted maritime company
Marketing Area:
South America; Caribbean; Europe; Africa
Expertise:
Maritime marketing, management and logistics; Importing and exporting various products to countries located in South America and Africa
Major Product/SVS:
Containerized marine cargo shipping services to international locations; Maritime professional apprenticeship program; Export and import vocational training program; Fully staffed marine cargo containerized shipping services office; Private terminal and two privately owned cargo container ships designed to bring high quality, cost effective, flexible service to the import and export community; Employment of skilled African-Americans in the maritime industry
Education Degrees:
Bachelor of Arts in Pre-Law, University of Puget Sound (1974)
Charity:
Church; American Red Cross
Number Of Years In Profession:
21
Number Of Years In Current Position:
21
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his networking skills.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession as a result of his interest in community involvement.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Creating employment for skilled African-Americans in the areas of international export and import of goods and services, shipping vessel operations, and all other facets of the maritime industry
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Young looks forward to an expansion which will enable the company to originate cargo in over 40 countries