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Amit Hasak
CEO at Transship Corp
Amit Hasak is an experienced entrepreneur and business executive based in Chicago, Illinois. He is the Founder and CEO of Transship Corp, a modern automated freight forwarding company that specializes in shipping perishable goods and pharmaceuticals.1
Professional Experience
Hasak founded Transship Corp in October 2017, and the company launched operations in May 2020. Transship Corp focuses on streamlining international shipping processes for perishable goods using AI, API integration, and real-time tracking technologies. The company aims to make international shipping more user-friendly, accessible, and cost-effective.1
Prior to founding Transship Corp, Hasak had significant experience in the cold storage industry:
- Hasak Cold Storage: He served as President and Owner from July 1999 to May 2018, managing a public refrigerated warehouse that acted as a distribution center for over 100 companies.1
- Jerusalem Development Authority: Hasak worked as the Economic Development Director from September 1993 to July 1999, where he was responsible for developing Jerusalem's high-tech industry.1
- Israel Foreign Trade Risks Insurance Corp: He held the position of Finance Analyst from August 1986 to June 1993.1
Education
Hasak's educational background includes:
- MBA from Tel Aviv University (1987-1989)
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management from Bradley University (1979-1983)1
Recent Developments
Under Hasak's leadership, Transship Corp has been making significant strides:
- The company was selected for the prestigious Techstars Farm to Fork Accelerator program in July 2022.1
- Transship was mentioned as one of Chicago's hottest tech startups by The Daily Finance in February 2021.1
- The company has been expanding its operations, recently onboarding new customers and importing wine from Italy and France to the United States.2
- Transship is preparing to launch version 3 of its platform, which promises a smoother transition from RFQ (Request for Quote) to booking.3
Hasak is actively involved in promoting Transship's innovative approach to logistics, emphasizing the need for modern solutions in an industry traditionally reliant on outdated methods.456
