JJ Schickel

JJ Schickel is a prominent figure in the transportation and logistics industry, most recently serving as the Chief Executive Officer of Omni Logistics, LLC from 2018 to early 2024.134

Career Highlights

Omni Logistics: JJ Schickel led Omni Logistics as CEO from 2018 to early 2024.3 During his tenure, the company experienced significant growth and success:

• Expanded to operate in 17 countries worldwide, with 80 locations and 3,000 employees1
• Became a leading non-asset based provider of specialized domestic and international third-party logistics solutions1
• Committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2040, signing The Climate Pledge as the first U.S.-based freight forwarder to do so2

EVE Partners: Prior to joining Omni Logistics, Schickel co-founded EVE Partners in 2002, an investment firm focused solely on the transportation and logistics industry.34

Other Leadership Roles:

• CFO & COO of ATC Logistics, a privately held conglomerate servicing the automotive supply chain3
• Co-founder and CFO of AMLI (now AMPORTS), the largest port logistics company servicing the finished automotive industry3

Board Experience

Schickel has extensive board experience, including positions with:

• Omni Logistics
• AIT Worldwide
• American Global Logistics
• AMLI/AMPORTS
• BAM Worldwide
• Francis Drilling Fluids
• Jack Cooper Logistics
• MyUS.com
• Point Dedicated
• PS Logistics
• United Vision Logistics3

Education

• Master's degree in Accounting from the University of Florida
• Bachelor's degree from the University of Florida13

Awards and Recognition

• Received the Responsible CEO of the Year: Worldwide Impact award in 20222
• Nominated for the Texas Consilium Business Excellence Award in 20225
• Named a Most Admired CEO by Dallas Business Journal in 20226

JJ Schickel's leadership at Omni Logistics was marked by a commitment to sustainability, innovation, and inclusive practices. Under his guidance, the company made significant strides in reducing waste and inefficiency in the supply chain industry while also focusing on employee diversity and customer satisfaction.25