The Propeller Club is organizing two big events this month: our Student Social on Feb. 7, and the annual State of the Port luncheon on Feb. 13.The Propeller Club’s annual Student Social provides members with a chance to meet the maritime industry leaders of tomorrow, while transportation and logistics students learn more about the companies represented at the club. This is one the most important events linking the Propeller Club with the Student Club at UNF (Transportation and Logistics Society), so having club participation is critical to making this a success. All the details are on this web page - sign up today!In a couple of weeks, at our club’s annual “State of the Port Address”, club members and guests will have a chance to network as well as receive a port update from JAXPORT CEO Brian Taylor. Limited ticketing opportunities remain - visit this web page for details and sign up today to ensure you have a seat!
Brandon Little named Propeller Club Student Port Member of the Year
Brandon Little is a senior at the University of North Florida with a double major in Transportation and Logistics and Business Management. He has taken advantage of many opportunities offered by the UNF Transportation & Logistics Flagship Program including representing the university at the Intermodal Association of North America (IANA) Logistics & Supply Chain Management Case Competition in Spring of 2013 and IANA Academic Challenge in November 2013. Brandon has gained extensive practical experience in transportation and logistics through multiple internships. He worked at Crowley Maritime Corporation during his freshman year, at the Target Distribution Center in Lake City, Florida in the summer of 2012, and Arizona Chemical in the summer of 2013.As a student leader Brandon has been very involved with the award winning UNF Transportation & Logistics Society (TLS) serving as director, treasurer, vice president and currently as president. TLS was voted UNF’s Club of the Year for 2012-13 out of 200+ student organizations. He was chair of the “Bring the Noise” campus campaign to support the port of Jacksonville expansion efforts. Through his leadership efforts, UNF students signed 2,000 of the 15,000 petitions that were delivered to congressional representatives in Spring of 2013.Brandon is the recipient of several prestigious scholarships including the Thomas B. Crowley, Sr., David A. Stein Pathway’s to Success, and the L.L. Waters national scholarship from AST&L. He plans to graduate from the University of North Florida in May 2014 and will begin his career in a large international corporation as a management trainee.
Students, Propeller Club making a difference in Jacksonville community
For 13 years, the Transportation and Logistics Society (TLS) at UNF and the Propeller Club have collaborated to make the holidays brighter for parents and children who are victims of domestic violence.Thanks to all who generously gave donations and gifts to benefit the residents of the Hubbard House. Hubbard House provides services to meet the needs of women, children, and men who have been affected by domestic violence; intervention for children who have lived with violence; and programs that work with abusers on changing the attitudes and beliefs that sanction violence.In early December, TLS members transformed their lobby into a holiday wonderland and delivered the items that were donated. TLS raised $800 that was used to purchase cases of diapers, a wooden kitchen set and hexagon play station that will be used in the pre-school playroom. This will be a welcome addition, especially on cold, rainy days when the children can’t go outside.Together we made a difference in the lives of people facing difficulties most of us can’t begin to imagine.
Student Propeller Club to host first Transportation and Logistics Summit on Jan. 31
Renowned experts from the business community will discuss liquefied natural gas and its importance to the future growth of Northeast Florida at the Transportation and Logistics Society's first summit. Topics will include the development of infrastructure, economic impact and potential business development for the region. The presenting sponsor is the Propeller Club of the United States - Port of Jacksonville.Date:Friday, Jan. 31, 20149 a.m. to 1 p.m.Location:UNF Student Union Ballrooms, Building 58 WCost: Free for UNF students. Open to the public (suggested donation of $20 at the door).[button link="http://bit.ly/unftlssummit" size="medium"]Register Today[/button]Corporate sponsorships are available. Transportation and Logistics Society UNF Summit 2014 will qualify for 3 hours toward AST&L CTL recertification.Agenda8:30 – 9:15 a.m.Registration and Networking9:20 – 9:30 a.m.Welcome and Introductions: George Gabel, Holland + Knight9:30 - 10:15 a.m.The Role of Natural Gas in Expanding Alternative Fuel Choices in North Florida: Alan Mosley, Reynolds Smith and Hills10:15 - 10:30 a.m.Break10:30 - 11:45 a.m.Panel Discussion: Infrastructure and Economic Impact of LNG in JAXModeratorGeorge Gabel, Holland + KnightPanelistsMichael Breen - Senior Director, JAXUSA Partnership International Department, Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce David Stubbs - Director, Properties and Environmental Compliance, Jacksonville Port Authority Jim Wagstaff - Vice President, Operations, Sea Star LineCapt. Tom Allan - Senior Captain, U.S. Coast Guard Sector Jacksonville, FL11:45 - 12 noonBreak12 noon - 1:00 p.m.Lunch/Closing Session: Matt Jackson, Vice President of LNG Business Development, Crowley Petroleum
Propeller Club congratulates Student Club scholarship winners
Propeller Club President of Jacksonville Jim Gillen and Board Member Mike Sheklin attended the UNF Coggin College of Business Scholarship Luncheon to celebrate the award of scholarships to two of our UNF Propeller Club Student Port members. Jerome Thomas received the Propeller Club of Jacksonville Scholarship and Brandon Little was awarded the Thomas B. Crowley Memorial Scholarship. Brandon is also the UNF Propeller Club Member of the Year for 2013 and is the UNF Propeller Club President for 2013-2014. Congratulations and continued success to Jerome and Brandon!
