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InBound Logistics Ranks Columbus as a Logistics Hotspot
"Much of the logistics excitement in the area stems from the Columbus Region Logistics Council, a consortium of shippers and service providers working to cultivate a strong business environment, further develop the local infrastructure, take advantage of new technologies, and foster a highly skilled workforce," the magazine said. You can view the whole article online by downloading a PDF. Columbus is on page 4. |
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Training Pilot Program Graduates 24Building a high-skill workforce for competitive advantage is a core mission of the Columbus Region Logistics Council. As part of this mission, the Logistics Attracting and Retaining Talent Program (ART) is successfully moving forward by graduating its first 24 students this summer. The Logistics-ART project is geared to developing an entry to mid-level workforce for logistics businesses residing in the Columbus MSA (defined as: Delaware, Fairfield, Franklin, Licking, Madison, Morrow, Pickaway, and Union Counties in central Ohio). The program, developed through a partnership of Columbus State Community College and the Central Ohio Workforce Investment Corporation, is funded by a $4.6 million grant from the U.S. Department of Labor. CRLC members ODW Logistics and Midwest Express provided onsite training as part of the pilot program. Participants also spent a week in the classroom learning about logistics, customer service and resume writing. Upon graduation, they are qualified for entry level to skilled positions such as forklift operators. Columbus' Fox 28 featured a report about the pilot program recently. The official description of the grant awards can be found at the Department of Labor Web site. |
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Summer Internship ProgramThe Columbus Region Logistics Council is pleased to again be partnering with Cofer Consulting Solutions, LLC to deliver the 2010 Columbus Region Logistics Council Summer Internship Program. This summer, 10 employers have brought a total of 17 interns onto their teams. CRLC members who are involved include Big Lots, Columbus Chamber, DSW, E.E. Ward Moving & Storage, McGraw Hill, ODW Logistics, Pacer, Plante & Moran, Schneider Downs, and Zipline Logistics. The students represent six universities and majors such as accounting, communication, finance, human resources, and of course logistics management. The comprehensive program offers opportunities for the interns ranging from professional development forums and site tours to a night at Huntington Park and other networking events. For example, on July 14 many of the interns converged on Blendon Woods Metro Park's Hickory Grove Shelter House for an experiential learning event. You can view those photos on Facebook. For more information on the summer internship program, contact David Cofer at david.cofer@coferconsulting.com. |
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Connect with CRLC Online
LinkedIn is the world's largest professional network with over 70 million members and growing rapidly. Recently CRLC established a group on LinkedIn where you can follow and participate in popular discussions. The group is being used as a venue to share information on council events, meetings, and logistics related news. Nearly 75 individuals are already part of the CRLC LinkedIn group. Anyone who works for a CRLC member business or who has an interest in logistics can join. To do so, you will first need to establish a profile on LinkedIn, and then submit a request to become a member. Other collaboration and information sharing resources are currently being developed for the CRLC. Watch future issues of this newsletter for details. |
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Networking Night Puts Focus on Rail
Join your fellow industry, academic and government leaders to learn about rail freight in the region at Rail Night, 4-7 p.m. on July 22. You will hear from a panel of experts from CSX, Norfolk Southern Rail Roads and from representatives of the 3C passenger rail proposal. The Rail Night presentation will provide you with updates on the CSX Gateway Corridor and the Norfolk Southern Heartland Corridor and previews of their future projects. The 3C presentation will provide you with information about the proposal as it relates to the movement of freight in the region.
Following the presentation, enjoy hors d'oeuvres and drinks as you network with leaders in the logistics industry, academics and government officials. For additional information, contact Dan Ricciardi at 614.225.6903 or Daniel_Ricciardi@columbus.org. This CRLC networking event is sponsored by Alterra Real Estate Advisors and Porter Wright Morris & Arthur. |
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Logistics Job Fair Slated for September
Call Brashares at 614.361.7299 or email him at JBrashares@rez1.com to confirm your participation. Please identify your company contact along with your open logistics positions. Please respond by August 1 to reserve your place. |
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Member Spotlight: Zipline Logistics
Why Zipline is a Member of the Columbus Region Logistics Council Interesting Facts about Zipline Featured Product or Service |
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Welcome New Members
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Logistics in the NewsIndustry of the Future: Logistics Job Fair Ohio State Graduate Program Rankings Issued by U.S. News & World Report A Job Behind Every Orange Barrel? Transportation & Logistics Inside Report (not available online) CRLC Advertisement Logistics Firms Take Wait & See Approach for I-70-I-71 Split Project Letter to the Editor: Evans on Target Pacer Makes Dublin Home Base Eddie Bauer to Hire 325 with Help of Grant, Credit Ohio Scores High in Logistics, Production Study Local Partnership Creates Much Needed Jobs |
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Thanks to Our Sponsor
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The Columbus Region continues to gain recognition and respect for its thriving logistics industry. In May, InBound Logistics magazine included Columbus in its shortlist of 2010 logistics hotspots. The region was noted for its central location, wealth of transportation choices, and the Columbus Region Logistics Council.
Have you connected with your fellow Columbus Region Logistics Council members on LinkedIn yet?
Council member Jeff Brashares is spearheading a second logistics industry job fair for 2010. To be held September 14, the event will bring together job seekers and employers. It is a follow-up to the successful job fair that took place in March. (
Zipline Logistics is a North American Third Party Logistics company providing truckload, less than truckload (LTL) and intermodal (IMDL) transportation, based in downtown Columbus.