CEO & President, of Aria Logistics, Arelis, has achieved the distinguished honor of being recognized as a top women-owned business.
In 2023, Aria proudly secured its place on the esteemed Top Women Owned Business in Transportation list, a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation, quality, and progress. Arelis Bonilla’s visionary leadership has not only propelled Aria’s success but has also garnered her personal recognition from the Women in Trucking Association.
Leena brings over two decades of experience in luxury retail to the Aria family, seamlessly blending her dynamic marketing expertise and sharp business acumen. Having held pivotal executive positions at esteemed fashion houses like Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent, and Fendi, Leena has solidified her standing in the fashion industry. Throughout her career, she has spearheaded global expansion strategies and overseen retail operations, always prioritizing sales growth and fostering brand loyalty.
With her commendable expertise in marketing and brand development, Leena is positioned to lead Aria to unprecedented levels of success.
John has served as the General Manager of Home Delivery World since 2021 and has worked tirelessly with his team to make Home Delivery World an unmissable event for the last-mile retail logistics ecosystem.
With seven years in the events industry, ten years in sales, and three years as a business owner, John brings an entrepreneurial mindset combined with a passion for creating dynamic and impactful events to the Last Mile Retail Awards.
Boasting an impressive career spanning over three decades in the furniture retail sector and over eleven years specializing in logistics software, Bob has garnered extensive expertise across various senior management domains. His journey has seen him excel in buying, product quality research, advertising, marketing, and the establishment of robust sales structures and enduring partnerships.
With an acute understanding of the intricacies surrounding delivery logistics within retail enterprises, Bob plays a pivotal role in ensuring DispatchTrack delivers unparalleled software solutions to the Supply Chain industry. Beyond his wealth of experience, Bob infuses his work with a fervent commitment to delivering top-tier customer service. Renowned as the sage of best practices, he continually urges existing clients to maximize the value of their software investments, even after they've experienced its stellar performance and return on investment (ROI).
Not only Host and Creator of the Truck N’ Hustle Podcast, Rahmel Wattley is an entrepreneur, transportation & logistics enthusiast and content creator. He has quickly made a name for himself as a kingmaker and educator in the trucking and logistics space. As a podcaster, his in-depth and relatable interview style has made him a staple and leader in the trucking community as well as a trailblazer; sharing stories of entrepreneurship through the eyes of his many guests. He continues to bring the community together and provide a platform for thought leaders not only online, but also in person with large events such as Truck N’ Hustle’s Annual Transportation & Logistics Conference, FREIGHTFEST. Overall, his mission is to provide inspiration, information, tools and resources while bridging the gaps and bringing diversity to the transportation & logistics media sphere.
Lisa Scarnecchia, a graduate of Roger Williams University (Bristol, RI), brings 21 years of industry experience in supply chain logistics and transportation to the Last Mile Retail Awards Board of Directors. In her current role at Ryder, she supports the Last Mile division as Director of Business Development. Lisa resides in Massachusetts with her two children, Brayden (15) and Cameron (14)
Benjamin Rambo is a seasoned supply chain professional with extensive experience in the retail logistics industry. With a career spanning over 20 years, Ben has held leadership roles at various luxury furniture, appliance, and electronics retailers.
He brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record in optimizing operations and providing exceptional customer service.
Ben is committed to revolutionizing the way customers receive their products, ensuring a seamless and delightful delivery experience that exceeds expectations.