Meet Our Team
Adrian Brochado
Bid Board Sales Rep
Andres De la Hoz
Carrier Sales Rep
Andres Gonzalez
Jr Account Manager - POD 2- Winner of Pinnacle Award 2022
Claudia Safadi
Accountant
Christian Llanos
Jr Account Manager- POD 3
Daniel Antolinez
Bid Board Sales Rep
Daniel Bernal
Business Lead, Carrier Sales
Daniela Diaz
Track and Trace Rep
Dayana Rojas
Director, Accounting Services
Emanuel Diaz
Accounting Associate
Federico Manotas
Bid Board Sales Rep
Hernán Cerra
Track and Trace Rep
Ivanna Chams
Jr Account Manager- POD 1
Jonathan Mancebo
Junior Account Manager
Juliana Bermudez
Jr Account Manager
Karen Romero
Carrier Sales Rep
Kurt Wuest
Senior Account Manager
Luisa Barboza
Track and Trace Rep
Matthew Gardner
Senior Account Manager
Matthew Rutledge
Sales Representative
Miguel Chitty
Senior Account Manager
Natalia Cucunuba
Business Lead, Track and Trace – Barranquilla
Sebastian Macias
Carrier Sales Rep
Stefanny Ferrer
HR/ADM Support
Steven Blaha
Senior Account Manager
Leadership
Andre Desranleau
Senior Business Director
Andre serves as a Senior Business Director at Core, where he holds a pivotal role as one of three Commercial POD Leads. With over a decade of highly successful experience in logistics and a strong educational foundation in Business Management from Valencia College, Andre brings a wealth of expertise to his position.
At Core, Andre is entrusted with the management of the company’s largest account and the team aligned with it. His contributions are instrumental in upholding Core’s reputation for delivering top-tier logistics solutions. Known for his unwavering commitment to excellence, Andre sets high standards and consistently strives for innovation, growth, integrity, and achievement. His responsibilities include shared oversight of Core’s near-shore BPO operations across various critical areas, including Track & Trace and Bid Board Operations.
Within the Core organization, Andre is recognized as an exceptional senior leader. He has been honored with Core’s coveted MVP and Sharpen the Saw Awards, reflecting his dedication to excellence. Andre’s history at Core surfaces an unwavering commitment to his team and their customers. His tech-savvy approach drives innovation in operations, propelling Core toward greater heights on a daily basis.
Outside of work, Andre enjoys dedicating his free time to working on his car, staying updated on the latest technology trends, and watching Dallas Cowboys games on Sundays. He treasures quality moments spent with friends, family, and his longtime girlfriend, often accompanied by his two loyal dogs.
Cristhian Onoro
Senior-Vice-President, BPO Operations
Winner of Pinnacle Award 2022 “Innovation, dedication, and unity fuel our journey to global prominence.”
Cristhian earned a Bachelor’s Degree in International Business from Universidad Del Norte in Barranquilla, Colombia, with a specific focus on International Logistics. His journey in the logistics field has been characterized by remarkable professional growth. He consistently demonstrates leadership proficiency by successfully leading diverse teams and exhibiting profound expertise in global intermodal logistics. Cristhian’s reputation as a driven leader who holds a strong commitment to achieving objectives, and fostering thriving organizational cultures rooted in performance and integrity, is widely recognized.
In 2021, Cristhian became an integral part of the Core Organization, tasked with the responsibility of establishing the Barranquilla, Colombia office. His exceptional performance in this role propelled him to his current position as Core’s Vice-President of BPO Operations. He continues to uphold the organization’s foundational principles and maintains a customer-centric, value-based corporate culture that drives success within Core’s BPO sector.
Cristhian is a distinguished recipient of Core’s prestigious MVP Award. As of today, Core’s operations in Colombia proudly boast a dedicated team of over 30 employees, with ambitious expansion plans on the horizon.
Beyond his outstanding professional achievements, Cristhian is a fervent sports enthusiast, with a deep passion for both basketball and soccer. He enjoys exploring new places through travel and cherishes quality moments spent with his family. Cristhian brings a unique blend of skills and spirit that invigorates the Core team, making him an invaluable asset to the organization.
Lawrence O’Brien
Senior Business Director and Commercial POD Lead
Lawrence’s journey began at the prestigious Connecticut School of Broadcasting, followed by a successful stint in the restaurant industry, where he honed valuable customer-centric skills. His passion for public speaking led him to become a Minor League Baseball announcer at Roger Dean Stadium. Since 2017, Lawrence has played an indispensable role within the Core Logistics Brokerage team.
Currently, Lawrence holds the position of Senior Business Director and Commercial POD Lead. In this capacity, he oversees an extensive and diverse portfolio of accounts, managing both LTL and FTL shipments across various industries. He is a manager and a mentor, guiding his team members and leading the LTL Department in the US and Colombia for the Core Organization.
Lawrence’s contributions to the organization are noteworthy. His efforts have been instrumental in driving organic growth and nurturing enduring client relationships. His unwavering commitment to the company’s mission has earned him three Core MVP Awards and the prestigious Summit Award in 2022, in recognition of his outstanding performance spanning five years of excellence.
Beyond work, Lawrence is a fitness enthusiast, an NFL football and professional golf fanatic, and a dedicated husband and father to two children, Grace and Conor. In all aspects of life, Lawrence O’Brien embodies unwavering dedication and a pursuit of excellence, inspiring those around him.
Rafael Roa
Vice-President, BPO Operations
Winner of Pinnacle Award 2022 “Discipline conquers talent, but discipline combined with talent is the best path to success.”
Rafael is a respected logistics professional from Barranquilla, Colombia. He possesses a bachelor’s degree in international business from Universidad del Norte. Rafa’s career trajectory at Core Logistics has been nothing short of impressive, commencing as a Bid Board Sales Representative, rapidly advancing through the ranks, and most recently assuming the role of Vice-President of BPO Operations, Revenue Divisions.
Rafael’s was awarded Core’s prestigious MVP Award in 2022. This celebrated award is a testament to his exemplary performance and unwavering dedication to the organization. In his present capacity, Rafael is responsible for overseeing the Tele-Sales, Bidding & Carrier Sales Departments, ensuring the seamless execution of operations, and inspiring his teams to consistently surpass their objectives. With four years of invaluable logistics expertise, Rafael brings a wealth of knowledge to the organization. His substantial contributions to the company are exemplified by his pivotal role in advancing revenue generation within Core’s Colombian operations.
His skilled training and strategic placement of new hires has significantly contributed to the augmentation of the company’s profits.
Beyond his professional endeavors, Rafael immerses himself in the literary works of distinguished authors such as Isaac Asimov, Edgar Allan Poe, and William Faulkner. He passionately supports Junior de Barranquilla in soccer and the Dallas Mavericks in basketball. In addition to his diverse interests, Rafael maintains an active lifestyle, incorporating regular gym workouts and Karate practice.
Meet Our Executive Team
Ryan Mancebo
Founding Partner & Managing Director
Ryan Mancebo, Core’s Founding Partner & Managing Director, and a 2009 Dean’s List Graduate of Florida Atlantic University, epitomizes disciplined leadership and profound business expertise. A young freight broker in 2009, Ryan swiftly broke company sales records, earning national acclaim with the Worldwide Express Organization.
In 2014, fueled by his fervent industrialist spirit and logistics passion, Ryan launched the Shipeco organization. This endeavor garnered early success, fostering steady growth that ultimately transformed into today’s Core Logistics Brokerage. As a highly respected Logistics Executive, Ryan anchors the Core Organization on the values of corporate responsibility, customer centricity, and team excellence.
Married to Beth for 11 years, Ryan cherishes their bond alongside their three children: Ava, Gia, and Nico. Beyond business, he exhibits an unwavering dedication to his sports passions, notably football and basketball, as an avid supporter of the Miami Heat and Dolphins franchises.
Ryan’s story radiates personal success, family values, and profound friendships, defining a multifaceted leader who leaves an enduring mark on all aspects of life.
Rick Mancebo
Partner & Managing Director
Rick Mancebo holds a Bachelor of Business Administration Degree from Saint Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Indiana. His notable business education is further enhanced through completion of various Executive Level Education Programs at esteemed institutions including the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business and the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. As an accomplished and multiple award-winning business leader, Rick is known for his ability to foster high levels of success & permanence in commercial relationships.
With a deep conviction for leveraging corporate values to gain competitive advantage, Rick pioneered the “Core 7” framework—a value-driven, customer-centric platform. The Core 7 Value Platform guides all corporate decisions at Core Logistics and aligned organizations, ensuring a thoughtful and customer centric approach to managing internal and external issues.
Rick is a Partner & Managing Director at Core. He’s held senior leadership roles with national responsibilities for major US and International Organizations. Rick’s 42-year business career is a treasure trove of experiences that guide Core’s strategic direction. Married to Dorothy for 40 years, they have three grown children and six cherished grandchildren.
During his leisure time, Rick finds joy in travel, sports, and cherished moments with loved ones, reflecting his commitment to both personal and professional excellence.
Dorothy Mancebo
Chief Human Resources Officer
Dorothy Mancebo is a seasoned leader with responsibilities for HR, Payroll, and Benefits. She holds a degree in Data Processing from Baker College in Flint Michigan and is certified in the field of Human Resources from Florida Atlantic University.
Dorothy’s impressive career spans various industries including notable positions at Genesee Bank, Key Pharmaceuticals, and Eastern Airlines, where she excelled as a Programmer Analyst, contributing to the development of in-house HR and Payroll Systems. Her expertise further flourished at Miami-Dade County, where she played a vital role in crafting in-house applications involving Payroll Systems, Inventory, and Telephone Communications Software.
Later in her career, while at the Broward County Sheriff’s Office, she served as a Senior Programmer Analyst, spearheading the development of in-house HR specific software and was charged with the maintenance of HR, Benefit, and Payroll Systems.
Her professional journey culminated at Core Logistics Brokerage, where she currently serves as Chief Human Resources Officer, overseeing On-boarding, HR, Benefits, IT procurement, and software implementation.
Beyond her professional achievements, Dorothy finds joy in her personal life as a devoted spouse of 40 years to Rick Mancebo. They share the love of three wonderful children and six grandchildren. With a passion for travel, spending time with friends and family, Dorothy embodies a holistic approach to leadership that merges her extensive professional background with a rich and fulfilling personal life.
Beth Mancebo
Chief Financial Officer
Beth Mancebo, Core Logistics’ Chief Financial Officer, along with her husband Ryan Mancebo, stand as the visionary founders of the Core organization. Armed with a degree in Graphic Design from the New England Institute of Art, and successful completion of a Human Resources Program at Florida Atlantic University, Beth launched an impressive career path which provision her significant contributions to the HR and Accounting domains at Core.
Her tenure at Randstad NV, a multinational Human Resources Consulting Firm, showcased her as a masterful HR Specialist. During her tenure Beth oversaw the intricate process of recruiting, interviewing, and hiring across multifaceted industries. Notably, her skillset extends beyond HR, encompassing adeptness in bookkeeping and accounting.
Her journey into logistics commenced with the inception of Shipeco. It is here that Beth developed an understanding of multiple diverse logistics accounting platforms which led to the consolidation of intricate IT platforms leading to the construct of Core Logistics’ accounting system as it exists today, closely aligning US and Colombian based operations.
Beth’s personal life is just as vibrant. She is an active member of the community, involved in tennis, soccer, and sports with her three beautiful children. Beth’s unwavering dedication resonates in both her professional and personal endeavors, enriching the Core organization’s journey.
