– USA, TX – Transplace, the premier provider of managed transportation services and technology, today announced the appointment of former NASA astronaut and leader Susan Kilrain as the newest member of its board of directors. A
As a Navy veteran and one of only three women to ever pilot a space shuttle, Kilrain is a pioneer and motivational speaker who inspires people to follow their dreams. Kilrain’s new role as a board member underscores Transplace’s focus on breakthrough ideas, innovation, and maintaining its prominence as an industry trailblazer.
“We are delighted to welcome Susan as our newest board member because of her adventurous spirit and focus on developing winning teams,” said Frank McGuigan, CEO. “Susan understands that successful ventures require teams to embark on uncharted territories and to be prepared to brave ever-changing conditions. Her unique perspective aligns with Transplace’s priorities to adopt leading-edge technologies and remain at the forefront of industry trends.”
About Susan Kilrain
Kilrain is a veteran of two NASA space shuttle Columbia missions, spending nearly 20 days in space. She piloted both missions in 1997 and is distinguished as one of only three women to serve as pilot of the space shuttle. Kilrain also worked at NASA Headquarters in Washington, D.C. in the offices of Safety and Legislative Affairs. Prior to NASA, Kilrain worked for Lockheed Corporation. In 1985, she was commissioned in the Navy, earning her wings in 1987 and serving as a naval aviator flying more than 30 different types of aircraft. Kilrain left NASA in 2003 and retired from the Navy in 2005. She is a consultant and motivational speaker, specializing in encouraging young women to excel in STEM careers and inspiring her audience to follow their dreams. Kilrain holds a Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering from the Georgia Institute of Technology. She is married to Vice-Admiral Colin Kilrain, Senior Military Advisor to the CIA. They have four children and reside in Washington, D.C.
“With over $9 billion of freight under management and a growing global presence, opportunities abound at Transplace. I’m thrilled to be joining the board of directors,” said Kilrain. “Transplace is comprised of technology leaders harnessing Artificial Intelligence, machine learning, and other technology advancements to provide their customers with a competitive advantage. I look forward to working with fellow board members on evaluating opportunities for growth.”
About Transplace
Transplace partners with global shippers to run their logistics business more intelligently through its advanced logistics technology platform, proprietary transportation management software, data insights, expert engineering, and execution services. As a result, Transplace has become the premier provider of managed transportation services and technology. The Company also excels at strategic over-the-road capacity services, with intermodal and truck brokerage capability, and border management services, including cross-border customs and logistics services. With over 1,000 customers and $9 billion of Freight Under Management in North America alone, and a growing client base in Europe, Transplace continues to deliver the intelligent solutions that grow and differentiate its customers’ businesses through more intelligent and efficient supply chains.
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