– BlueGrace Logistics, (BlueGrace), a leading Third-Party Logistics (3PL) provider operating within North America, is proud to announce that Jonathon Swart, Senior Director of Sales, and Will Baker, Senior Sales Manager, have been named to Supply & Demand Chain Executive’s 2025 Rock Stars of the Supply Chain list.

Swart was recognized with the Rising Star Award, which honors young (39 and under) professionals whose achievements, hard work, and vision have shaped the supply chain network. His strategic leadership, innovative approach to sales, and commitment to helping businesses navigate logistics challenges have positioned him as a standout in the industry.

“Receiving the Rising Star Award in Cold Chain Transportation is an honor and a testament to our team’s dedication,” said Swart. “I’m grateful to my mentors for their guidance and to our customer and vendor partners for their collaboration. This recognition fuels my motivation to innovate cold chain solutions with technology, meeting evolving industry demands while maintaining the highest standards of quality and efficiency.”

Baker earned recognition as a Top Transportation Professional, which celebrates leaders in the transportation space. His expertise in optimizing transportation strategies, enhancing service levels, and streamlining operations has made a significant impact on both customers and the broader logistics sector.

“Winning the Top Transportation Professional Award is an incredible honor,” said Baker. “This achievement reflects the dedication, innovation, and teamwork that drive the refrigerated supply chain forward. It’s a testament to delivering excellence. I’m proud to be part of such a dynamic team and excited for the future we are building together.”

The Rock Stars of the Supply Chain award highlights professionals who drive innovation, demonstrate leadership, and make meaningful contributions to supply chain management.

“From cargo fraud and Mother Nature to ever-changing food safety regulations and a new Presidential Administration that could bring an increase in tariffs, cost of goods and more, many of today’s supply chain leaders are faced with a number of challenges. But it’s their resilience, hard work, innovation and attention to quality that separates these rock stars apart from everyone else. Every year, this award puts a spotlight on the best of the best in the cold chain industry,” says Marina Mayer, editor-in-chief of Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive.

Recipients of this year’s award will be profiled in Food Logistics’ Jan/Feb 2025 print issue and at http://www.FoodLogistics.com. Go to https://foodl.me/g04uxp22 to view the full list of winners.

About BlueGrace Logistics

BlueGrace Logistics offers customizable transportation management solutions as a full-service Third-Party Logistics [3PL] provider that helps shippers manage their freight spend through industry leading technology with a large network of established carriers across the country. With 9 offices strategically located in major transportation hubs across the U.S. and Mexico, including national headquarters in Tampa. BlueGrace serves over 10,000 customers annually through its proprietary technology platform, BlueShip®, that has connectivity with more than 250,000 carrier suppliers. BlueGrace is part of the technology portfolio of Warburg Pincus, a leading global private equity firm. For more information on BlueGrace, visit www.mybluegrace.com.

About Food Logistics

Food Logistics

 reaches more than 26,000 supply chain executives in the global food and beverage industries, including executives in the food sector (growers, producers, manufacturers, wholesalers and grocers) and the logistics section (transportation, warehousing, distribution, software and technology) who share a mutual interest in the operations and business aspects of the global cold food supply chain. Food Logistics also operates SCN Summit and Women in SupplyChain Forum. Go to www.FoodLogistics.com to learn more.

About IRONMARKETS

IRONMARKETS

, formerly known as AC Business Media, is a leading business-to-business media and buyer engagement platform with a portfolio of renowned brands in heavy construction, asphalt, concrete, paving, rental, sustainability, landscape, manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain markets. IRONMARKETS delivers relevant, cutting-edge content to its audiences through its industry-leading digital properties, trade shows, conferences, videos, magazines, webinars, and newsletters. It also provides advertisers the analytics, data, and ability to reach their target audience. Learn more at https://www.iron.markets.