Paolo Bolla Email and Phone Number

• Opened and manage the Italian office of Mid-Ship Group, an industry leader with 50 years of expertise in brokering custom freight transportation solutions for approximately 50 million tons of cargo per year. • Develop logistics/transportation solutions to increase clients' market share and profitability.• Provide 24/7 daily market coverage through a worldwide network of MidShip Group offices and strategic partnerships.

• Freight transportation professional with 20+ years of experience in providing full transportation solutions for in-house clients and successfully expanding the business with a focus on the Panamax/Supramax sectors. • Skillfully negotiate and manage multi-voyage, multi-year COAs, period Time Charters and Voyages on behalf of clients. • Travel extensively to increase company visibility among worldwide players.

• Monitored worldwide shipping trends and successfully negotiated rates and terms to profitably manage a fleet of 45 Cape-sized vessels. • Resolved technical and operational issues for a fleet of 120 vessels.

• Strategically managed VIP client portfolio of 2nd largest container shipping company to increase sales and profitability by 20% through identifying and developing business opportunities for the North Atlantic Region. Effectively developed client relationships through excellent communication and interpersonal skills.• Negotiated annual service contracts with European importers. Acted as a liaison between clients and U.S. Customs to resolve complex issues. • Participated in hiring and training new employees on import procedures, credit collections, and customer service.