Richard McCrady Appointed to TIACA Executive Council CF AirFreight President sees association as key to global trade expansion

MINNEAPOLIS -- Richard McCrady Sr., President of CF AirFreight, has been appointed to the Executive Council of The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA). A 37-year veteran of the aviation, freight forwarding and logistics industries, McCrady joins fellow Council members representing airlines, cargo carriers, aircraft manufacturers, airport authorities and other businesses involved in the supply chain process.

In acknowledging his appointment, McCrady noted the significance of TIACA in supporting the liberalization of the global trade market and expanding trade between developing and developed countries. "TIACA is a very important organization because it provides an opportunity to voice concerns, address issues and facilitate change for the betterment of the industry," said McCrady. Memberships in associations, such as TIACA, also provide valuable avenues and resources that empower those of us who can visualize moving the industry to a higher level."

TIACAs mission is to champion the cause of the air logistics industry, promote cooperation among its members and advance the industrys role in expanding global trade. The Association is committed to expanding access to global markets, raising industry performance standards, and developing education and training programs for its members.

CF AirFreight (CFAF) is a global logistics provider specializing in domestic and international air, ocean and surface transportation supply chain solutions. The company provides an expedited transportation platform that serves over 20,000 communities in North America and 800 markets in 180 countries. Through its sophisticated technology, expanding global presence and experienced leadership, CFAF offers value-added capabilities and personalized, customer-centric freight delivery and logistics programs. CF AirFreight is a unit of Consolidated Freightways Corporation, a global $2.3 billion transportation and logistics provider with 70 years of experience.

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