MY COMPANY: Interstate Personnel was established in 1986 originally recruiting only in the Los Angeles area for manufacturing and services-oriented companies. Now we service businesses Nationally as well as project specific cases in Mexico and Canada. We headhunt and filter candidates, not actively searching, to bring you the best talent from your direct competitors.
I'm here to HELP you find your next hire!

MY JOB: As a "Unicorn Huntress", I specialize in finding talent not actively seeking new positions, as well as work with talent moving to new markets or looking for their next growth opportunity.

MYSELF: Team player, out of the box thinker, persistent, personable, and strategic. #matchmaker

I'm open to talk to you or your organization regarding placing the right candidates in the right companies.

Innovative leader, and licensed customs broker with over 20 years in the industry. I bring great energy, excitement, experience and successful results to any team. There is very little that cannot be achieved with an always positive outlook, experience, integrity, and continuously growing knowledge.

Mr. David Harlow is the President & CEO of ITC-Diligence, Inc. (ITC). ITC was founded in 2002 as an International Trade Consulting Firm and a second generation National Corporate Custom House Broker. ITC provides a unique blend of international trade related services to importers, exporters, manufacturers, distributors, public utilities, and local government, focusing on CBP and the Foreign Trade Zone. David Harlow represents four of the nine Grantees in Southern California and assists regions, cities, and businesses with the implementation and oversight of the FTZ Program. Additionally, ITC provides services in eight different states while continuing to grow. Mr. Harlow, a California native, received his U.S. Customs Brokerage License in 2004. He has spent the last 10 years specializing in the textile industry, footwear industry, and Foreign Trade Zone industry. He began his career with Fritz Companies and Norman Krieger, Inc. Mr. Harlow spends his free time actively participating in the Los Angeles Small Business Commission, Brokers Association, NAFTZ, IVEDC, and the SCFTZ, but most importantly with his wife, Dawn, and three children, Andrew, Adam, and Emma.

Since 1908, MSK has displayed an ability to understand the complex, demystify the mysterious, and define the unknown. With offices in Los Angeles, New York, and Washington D.C., MSK is often distinguished as a “go-to” firm by industry and legal insiders, and specializes in a variety of practice areas, including Entertainment & IP Litigation, Labor & Employment, Motion Picture | Music | Television Transactions, Immigration, Corporate Securities, Regulatory, Tax, Trusts & Estates, Real Estate and International Trade. Relentlessly innovative, our lawyers have developed groundbreaking legislation, established influential precedents, and shaped the legal landscape. Equally inquisitive, we continuously seek to better understand our clients, their industries, and the law. Above all, we are invested in our clients, and take pride in our long-standing partnerships with them that confirm the value of our approach.

Dedicated and results-driven Account Executive with exceptional relationship-building skills and a proven track record of developing and managing successful campaigns that exceed customer expectations and drive revenue growth. I am skilled in creating innovative strategies to develop brand visibility and promote products and services. Successfully managed multiple loyalty and affinity programs showcasing organizational prowess and analytical acumen to optimize growth and revenue.

GDLSK LLP is one of the nation’s largest law firms devoted exclusively to international trade and customs matters. The firm represents a wide variety of clients, ranging from privately held companies to Fortune 100 corporations engaged in the manufacture and distribution of textiles, consumer electronics, foodstuffs, computer and telecommunications equipment, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automotive products, steel, wearing apparel, agricultural products and a host of other consumer and industrial products. Our clients include domestic and foreign manufacturers, importers, exporters, trading companies, customs brokers, trade associations and foreign trade associations. The firm’s lawyers have substantial experience practicing before the government agencies responsible for the administration and enforcement of our international trade and customs laws. Many of our lawyers gained experience with US Customs & Border Protection, the Department of Commerce, the International Trade Commission, the Court of International Trade and the Department of Justice. Several of our attorneys are also licensed customs brokers and are uniquely qualified to understand issues relating to the delivery and clearance of imported/exported merchandise.

World-class equipment sales executive, Best-in-Class approach in the noble work of material handing solutions with core brands that ensure sustainability and offer safety features to keep your employees safe.

Sean Hill is an Account Executive with Avalon’s Western Region.  He has over 10 years of experience in the insurance industry.  Prior to joining Avalon, Sean worked directly with retail agents to secure commercial insurance package policies in over 100 different niches.  He also gained underwriting experience while establishing new programs that helped increase new business production in a variety of specialty niche markets. His previous experience has been instrumental in Sean’s ability to assist his Avalon clients with their unique insurance and surety needs.

Sean is a member of Emerging Insurance Professionals, Southern Orange County Chapter.  He also participates in various industry organizations such as the Harbor Trucking Association, Foreign Trade Association, Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce, and serves on the advisory board for the Orange County chapter of Women in International Trade.

Sean, who is an Air Force veteran, graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology.  He obtained an Associate in General Insurance (AINS) designation from The Institutes and also holds the designation of Certified Insurance Counselor (CIC) from the National Alliance for Insurance Education & Research. 

In his free time, when Sean isn’t taking road trips with his wife and two children, he enjoys going to concerts and playing the guitar.

I fell in love with sales at a young age—when I realized that a simple conversation could turn into an opportunity.

Whether it was convincing a friend why they needed the latest must-have item or negotiating my way into a better deal, I quickly learned that sales isn’t just about transactions—it’s about people, problem-solving, and building trust.

With 20 years of experience in sales, I’ve learned that success comes from creating real connections, spotting opportunities, and helping teams grow. I love bringing people together, finding solutions, and supporting businesses in reaching their goals—whether it’s a quick win or a long-term strategy. Sales, to me, isn’t just about numbers; it’s about collaboration, problem-solving, and creating value for everyone involved.

Throughout my career, I’ve built strong relationships with customers and colleagues alike, always striving to make an impact. I thrive in dynamic environments, working alongside teams to navigate challenges and uncover new opportunities. If there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s that great business happens when people work together toward a shared vision.

Patrice began her career at Roanoke Trade in 2007 in the Western Division Bond department and has held various positions, including managing both the west coast bond team and west coast sales team, until becoming Vice President – Sales in early 2021. She has over 20 years of insurance and financial services experience with the last 14 years focused on the international trade community. Patrice is responsible for a large book of business that includes high-profile clients and brings invaluable expertise in cultivating and managing client relations and helping to determine where coverage gaps may exist and how to address them.

Known for her insurance and international trade experience, Patrice is a well-respected advisor on risk management of insurance and bonds for the international trade community. She frequently speaks at various local and national transportation association conferences, as well as conducts training workshops to help keep clients and the industry at large informed on the various changes taking place in logistics and transportation and the solutions available to respond to these changes.

Patrice is a licensed broker in 12 states, and a graduate of California State University, Northridge where she earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Finance. She serves on the Board of Directors for the Foreign Trade Association (FTA) and is also an active participant in numerous other West Coast trade associations.

If you receive an invite request from me I am building my network list for new opportunities to connect with. LET'S NETWORK AND SUCCEED TOGETHER! Thank you and if you have any questions feel free to send me a message.

Marketing and Communications Committee - Chair

Specialties
customs brokerage, freight forwarding, global trade, logistics, software, data, analytics, cloud software, international shipping, supply chain management, digital freight forwarding, supply chain technology, supply chain tech, ocean freight, ocean shipping, air freight, air shipping, duty drawback, cargo insurance, and capital

Thomas O'Brien is the Associate Dean in the College of Professional and Continuing Education (CPaCE) at California State University, Long Beach and the Deputy Director of the METRANS Transportation Consortium, a partnership between CSULB and the University of Southern California. He also serves as the director of the California Local Technical Assistance Program (CALTAP). He previously served as Executive Director of the Center for International Trade and Transportation also at CSULB. His teaching and research focus on logistics, supply chain management, and goods movement policy as well as transportation workforce. Dr. O’Brien has a Master’s degree in Urban Planning and Development and a Ph.D. in Policy, Planning, and Development from the University of Southern California. He is both an Eno and Eisenhower Transportation Fellow and Vice Chair of the Transportation Research Board's Intermodal Freight Transport Committee.

GDLSK LLP is one of the nation’s largest law firms devoted exclusively to international trade and customs matters.

The firm represents a wide variety of clients, ranging from privately held companies to Fortune 100 corporations engaged in the manufacture and distribution of textiles, consumer electronics, foodstuffs, computer and telecommunications equipment, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, automotive products, steel, wearing apparel, agricultural products and a host of other consumer and industrial products. Our clients include domestic and foreign manufacturers, importers, exporters, trading companies, customs brokers, trade associations and foreign trade associations.

The firm’s lawyers have substantial experience practicing before the government agencies responsible for the administration and enforcement of our international trade and customs laws. Many of our lawyers gained experience with US Customs & Border Protection, the Department of Commerce, the International Trade Commission, the Court of International Trade and the Department of Justice. Several of our attorneys are also licensed customs brokers and are uniquely qualified to understand issues relating to the delivery and clearance of imported/exported merchandise.

Bruce Leeds has decades of experience in international trade law and has successfully served his clients in diverse capacities, from classification and due diligence, to ITAR compliance and drawback. He has significant expertise with importing and exporting high tech products.

Chairman, District Export Council of Southern California "Appointed by the Secretary of Commerce"
Vice President, International Visitors Council of Los Angeles
President/Chairman Foreign Trade Association of Southern California
Vice Chair Advisory Boardr, California State University Dominguez Hills
President/Chairman Los Angeles Air Cargo Association 1973 & 2023
Chairman of the Board, Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce
Chairman of the Board Global Transportation
President, Australian American Chamber of Commerce
President, Board of Directors, International Seafarers Center, Ports of Long Beach & Los Angeles
Chairman, World Trade Week of Southern California
Member, International Advisory Council, Chapman University
Member, Board of Governors, Japan America Society
Vice President, Board of Directors International Visitors Council of Los Angeles
President, Board of Directors, International Seafarers Center
Recipient of the Stanley T. Olafson Bronze Plaque Award, highest award in international trade (past recipients-Walt Disney-Mayor Tom Bradley-Jack Warner, Warner Bros-Mayor Sam Yorty)
Plaque and Certificate of Appreciation from the United States Coast Guard from Sector Commander USCG Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach
Honoree, Maritime Industry Salute 2013
Awards from the Consul General of Korea bridging the relationship between Korea and the USA
U.S. Navy Veteran, USS Vesole, DDR 878

Specialties: Licensed Customhouse Broker
MBA, California State Teaching Credentials

Executive Vice President at Stroth and Associates

Scott Case is the Founder and Chief Storyteller of Position : Global, an award-winning global advertising agency led by a professional with decades of multidisciplinary supply chain experience and whose operational and management experience, industry knowledge and worldwide network allow he and the company to craft successful campaigns and programs with greater first-time accuracy and effectiveness than their competition.

Scott was born into logistics, his father having worked in the industry before his birth and when he was young, founding an American customs brokerage in the late 1970’s. Scott nearly pursued a career in customs and international law, instead choosing to join the business full-time immediately after graduating from Northwestern University in 1993. Within his first four months, Scott passed the notoriously difficult customs broker examination, securing his license the following April. Scott maintains his broker’s license and attends classes, webinars and conferences to remain educated and informed.

As a practicing customs broker, Scott’s responsibilities included all facets of entry filing and compliance. He served as the company’s FMC Qualifying Individual and Indirect Air Carrier Security Coordinator (IACSC), giving him a complete understanding of the needs of importers and exporters, engaging daily with every regulatory agency having jurisdiction over international trade between the United States and the rest of the world.

Scott served on the National Customs Broker and Forwarders Association of America’s board of directors for two terms and afterwards continued serving in capacities participating and leading committees on sea and air cargo issues. Scott also represented his company at independent freight forwarder association meetings around world, not only presenting to and educating logistics professionals from other countries on America’s processes, but also securing mutual business opportunities.

In 2012, recognizing that companies lacked experience and staffing to market themselves against much larger national and global competitors, Scott founded Position : Global. A creative thinker and problem solver, Scott’s ability to speak in the visual and written language of logistics has positioned P : G as a trusted agency; delivering marketing, advertising and communications differentiators.

While leading Position : Global, Scott became involved with the International Air Cargo Association of Chicago, first as a vendor and then in multiple elected capacities including board member, president and chairman of the board, the lattermost role through the end of 2023.

Scott is a sought-after thought leader, podcaster, speaker and frequent panel moderator and/or participant whose grasp of supply chains, emerging technologies and global affairs give Position : Global’s customers a significant advantage in their businesses. Scott’s lifetime of experience, coupled with his written and oral communication prowess, have led him to be retained as an expert witness on behalf of prosecution and defense teams in state and federal court.

When not working on or at the business, Scott enjoys exercising, cooking, collecting as much wine as his wife allows him to put on one not-large-enough rack and supporting his three children in their artistic and athletic endeavors. He also hopes to steadily increase his pickleball DUPR ranking and skills to stop being handily beaten by his high-school aged son. Scott lives with his wife, three children and three dogs in suburban Chicago.