Influential Women Showcases Tabitha Ackermann: Nearly Three Decades Of Leadership In Global Logistics

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, October 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Branch Manager at JAS Worldwide Leads Atlanta Operations With 29 Years of Expertise in Import and Export Operations, Sales, and Team Development

Atlanta, Georgia – Tabitha Ackermann is the Branch Manager for JAS Worldwide’s Atlanta operation, where she leads a team of 40 professionals and oversees every aspect of branch performance, including employee development, customer relations, operational efficiency, and vendor partnerships. An accomplished logistics and supply chain executive, Tabitha brings nearly three decades of experience in international transportation, freight forwarding, and operational leadership. Her specialties include import and export operations, operations management, sales, team leadership and employee development, and branch operations.

Tabitha entered the logistics industry in 1997 and built her career from the ground up, gaining hands-on experience across import and export operations, pricing, sales, customer service, and executive management. Before joining JAS Worldwide, she held multiple leadership positions with Panalpina, where she was twice recognized as Employee of the Year for her outstanding performance and leadership. Over the years, her expertise has grown to include freight forwarding, trade compliance, international shipping, warehouse management systems, and building high-performing teams.

Tabitha studied at Emory University’s Goizueta Business School, adding formal business education to her extensive practical experience. Her combination of hands-on knowledge and business training supports her approach to managing both people and performance.

Freight forwarding sits at the heart of global trade. Forwarders coordinate the movement of goods across borders by arranging transportation, managing documentation, navigating customs requirements, and ensuring compliance with international trade regulations. For businesses that import and export, a well-run forwarding branch can mean the difference between reliable delivery and costly delays. Leaders like Tabitha, who understand every part of the operation, help keep supply chains moving for the customers who depend on them. Branch managers in this industry carry responsibility for both the commercial and operational sides of the business. They must win and retain customers, manage carrier and vendor relationships, keep pace with changing customs and security rules, and develop the people who handle shipments every day. Strong branch leadership builds the trust that keeps customers returning and gives employees room to grow into future leaders.

Tabitha attributes her success to her work ethic and grit. She is determined to succeed, and she also loves helping people grow and achieve success of their own. She credits one of her former managers, who has remained a trusted mentor throughout her career, with providing guidance that reinforced the importance of continuous learning, integrity, and relationship-building.

The best career advice Tabitha has received is to be herself, create a vision, and carry it out with integrity. She has also learned to stay committed to continuous learning, build strong relationships, and keep the focus on people.

For young women entering the logistics industry, Tabitha emphasizes that work ethic and drive are essential. Because the industry is always changing, she believes part of being successful is staying comfortable with uncertainty and making the most of every opportunity that change creates.

Tabitha sees recruiting and retaining quality talent in an increasingly competitive logistics market as one of the biggest challenges in her field today. At the same time, she sees tremendous opportunity for organizations that invest in their people by fostering professional development, creating strong workplace cultures, and using technology to improve efficiency and operations. In her view, companies that prioritize both innovation and employee engagement will be best positioned for long-term success.

The values that guide Tabitha both professionally and personally are integrity, professionalism, consistency, leadership, teamwork, and exceptional customer service. She believes in investing in the growth and success of others, knowing that strong relationships and collaboration are essential to achieving meaningful results. Her leadership philosophy centers on empowering others and creating an environment where both employees and customers can succeed. She also supports the Bruni Foundation, JAS Worldwide’s charitable initiative. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking, reading, and traveling with her husband, son, dog, and extended family, and she values maintaining a healthy balance between work and family life.

From starting in the logistics industry in 1997 to leading a 40-person branch for a global forwarder, she has built a career on hard work, steady leadership, and care for the people around her. Through her commitment to developing talent and serving customers, Tabitha Ackermann continues to strengthen the teams and supply chains she supports.

Learn More about Tabitha Ackermann:

Through her Influential Women profile: https://influentialwomen.com/connect/tabitha-ackermann

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