This October marks the 25th anniversary of MyLogisticsDept (MLD).

My father, Kirk Bettencourt, started this company back in 1999 with a vision to provide exceptional customer service and logistics solutions. Over the years, he has built a company that truly embodies his values and commitment to excellence.

My mother, Jill Bettencourt, has been with the company since the beginning. Jill has been instrumental in managing our accounting and the company’s financial health. In addition, Jill has also organized our Christmas parties and other company events over the years.  Her behind-the-scenes dedication has been vital to MLD’s success over the past 25 years. My father could not have built this company without her unwavering support.

When I started working at MLD in 2012, I had the privilege of working alongside our dedicated employees who had been with my father for years, each deeply invested in the success of the company.

Scott Hulsey, our Vice President of Operations, has also been by his side since the beginning. Scott’s charismatic nature and ability to connect with anyone have been instrumental in building the strong client and carrier relationships that are the backbone of our company. His loyalty over these 25 years is something truly special.

Equally integral to our journey is Jody Snider, whose unmatched knowledge of international logistics has been crucial to our success. She has also been with the company from the beginning. Jody is always willing to go the extra mile and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Her loyalty to the company is extremely appreciated.

It’s worth noting that in today’s world, the number of people who stay with the same company for 25 years is remarkably low—statistics suggest that only about 10% of employees reach such a milestone. We are fortunate to have team members like Scott and Jody whose loyalty and dedication have stood the test of time. This is not just a testament to their character but also to the environment my father has cultivated.

As we reflect on the past 25 years, we are so proud of the incredible team we’ve built at MLD. Every one of our current and past employees has played a vital role in our growth and success, and for that, we are deeply thankful.

We also want to take this opportunity to recognize our incredible partners who do the important work for us. The relationships we have built with our carriers over the years have been foundational to our success. Your reliability has enabled us to provide outstanding service to our customers, and we are truly grateful for your partnership.

To our valued customers, we extend our deepest gratitude. Whether you have been with us since the beginning or have recently decided to give us a try, we are thankful for the trust you have placed in us to handle your logistics needs. Your loyalty and support have been vital to our growth and success, and we are honored to be your “Logistics Dept”.

Here’s to the next 25 years of growth, dedication, and the same unwavering spirit that has brought us this far!

Thank you,

Kori Thornton on behalf of the MLD team