Your warehouse has pallets stacked everywhere and trucks waiting outside because loads aren't moving on schedule. The shipments that were supposed to leave Monday are still sitting there Thursday, and your customers are calling about late deliveries. Gateway Logistics handles end-to-end logistics planning and execution across Cincinnati.
Tired of juggling multiple vendors for different parts of your supply chain? We handle everything from planning to execution.
Our comprehensive third-party logistics solutions include routing optimization to find the best paths, capacity management to secure the right equipment, and end-to-end supply chain support to streamline your entire operation. Instead of managing one-off loads, you get a complete managed solution that handles every aspect of your logistics needs.
We utilize cutting-edge technology and real-time market intelligence to deliver transparent, reliable service while our dedicated team of logistics experts focuses on building long-term relationships.
This happens when your shipping volume has grown beyond what you can manage with spot loads and one-off carrier calls. You're spending more time coordinating trucks than running your business. The loads that used to ship same-day now sit for days because you can't find available capacity, and your regular carriers are booked solid during peak seasons.
Every late shipment costs you money in expedited freight charges and unhappy customers. You can't plan production schedules when you don't know if this week's orders will actually ship this week. Other departments avoid promising delivery dates because they don't trust that logistics will hit the timeline.
Gateway Logistics takes over the entire shipping process from route planning through delivery confirmation. Gateway Logistics assigns one coordinator to your account who learns your shipping patterns and builds relationships with carriers who run your regular lanes. Gateway Logistics negotiates rates based on volume commitments and handles all the carrier vetting, load tracking, and exception management. Emergency freight and specialized equipment like flatbeds or refrigerated trailers get sourced through the same process.
Your warehouse moves product out on schedule and your customers get accurate delivery windows they can count on. You'll know exactly when each load will pick up and deliver before you promise dates to customers. Your production team can plan manufacturing runs around confirmed shipping capacity instead of hoping trucks will be available.
You're spending all day on the phone trying to find trucks for loads that should have moved yesterday. Every delay creates a ripple effect that pushes back the next shipment and the one after that. Your warehouse is backing up and customers are threatening to find other suppliers.
You're spending too much time finding trucks and coordinating shipments. You're not sure if hiring a logistics company is worth the extra cost or if you should keep doing it yourself.
If you ship more than 5 loads per week, a logistics service usually saves money through better rates and less staff time. They handle carrier vetting, route planning, and tracking. Calculate your current cost per hour spent on shipping tasks.
You need to hire a logistics company but you don't know how to pick a good one. There are dozens of options and they all sound similar. You're worried about picking the wrong partner.
Look for a company with real-time tracking technology, a dedicated account manager, and carrier vetting processes. Ask about their average transit times and what happens when shipments go wrong. Check references from companies similar to yours.
You need shipping help but you're confused about the difference between freight brokers and 3PL companies. You don't know which service fits your business better.
Freight brokers handle individual shipments and find carriers. 3PLs manage your entire logistics operation including warehousing, inventory, and shipping strategy. Choose brokers for transactional shipping, 3PLs for comprehensive supply chain management.
You need better shipping management but you're worried about disrupting your current operations. You don't know how long it takes to switch to a logistics company or if there will be delays.
Most logistics companies can start handling shipments within 1-2 weeks after setup. The transition involves sharing your shipping data, setting up tracking systems, and introducing you to your account team. Start the process before your busy season.
Professional organization of the $80 billion third party logistics industry representing transportation intermediaries.
Payment platform for carrier transactions.
Nick is a CPA with a Master's in Accounting from the University of Cincinnati who spent a decade as a senior manager in public accounting before joining Gateway Logistics as CFO and eventually taking the helm as President. He built Gateway's leadership structure and culture from the ground up, earning the company spots on Cincinnati's Fast 55 and Best Places to Work lists. Nick is also active in the Transportation Intermediaries Association, co-organizing TIA's Cincinnati Regional Meeting to connect the region's freight brokerage community.
Sean brings over 20 years of freight brokerage experience, including nearly 19 years at Total Quality Logistics where he led teams of up to 80 people, earned six consecutive Team Leader of the Year awards, and generated $32M in sales. As Director of Sales at Gateway, he drives revenue strategy, sales team development, and carrier relationship growth. Sean is known for blending deep operational expertise with a coaching-first leadership style that consistently produces high-performing sales teams.
Adam has spent over a decade in freight sales, including nearly 11 years as a Sales Team Leader at Total Quality Logistics before joining Gateway Logistics in 2022. He manages and develops Gateway's sales force, recruits new talent through university partnerships, and has been involved in high-profile freight moves including coordinating delivery to the White House. Adam is a hands-on leader who brings a competitive, team-first mentality to everything he does.
Justin holds an MBA and brings over six years of experience in corporate finance and accounting, with expertise in financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, and platforms including QuickBooks, SAP, and PeopleSoft. He previously served as Director of Accounting and Finance at a logistics firm before joining Gateway, where he oversees the financial operations that keep the brokerage running smoothly. Justin is focused on helping the business maximize profitability while maintaining clean, compliant reporting across all functions.
Jared is a people-first HR professional with over a decade of experience in human resources, recruiting, and HR systems implementation across healthcare and corporate environments. At Gateway, he leads all hiring, talent development, and employee relations efforts — actively recruiting from universities like Ohio University and UC and managing the agent recruitment pipeline. His background as an implementation consultant at Paycor gives him a strong systems foundation to support Gateway's continued growth.
Yes. We handle end-to-end logistics planning and execution across Cincinnati for manufacturers, distributors, retailers, and trucking companies. We assign one dedicated coordinator to your account who learns your shipping patterns and builds relationships with carriers on your regular lanes.
We manage the entire shipping process from route planning through delivery confirmation. This includes carrier vetting, load tracking, exception management, rate negotiation based on volume commitments, and sourcing for emergency freight and specialized equipment like flatbeds or refrigerated trailers.
We take over the coordination so your warehouse moves product out on schedule and your customers get accurate delivery windows. You'll know exactly when each load will pick up and deliver before you promise dates to customers, allowing your production team to plan manufacturing runs around confirmed shipping capacity.
