Serving the warehouse industry from Virginia to Florida to Louisiana. Education, information, community. A PUBLICATION OF P.O. Box 898, Madison, GA 30650 • (706) 431-6025 • [email protected] • www.swaonline.org June/July 2010 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE We’re only 2 days before the Board Meeting in Charleston and the trash talking has al- ready begun. Apparently a few of our Virginia members don’t fully understand the meaning of the word ‘holler’ so they lash out at our southern slang (Mr. Collin Peel and Mr. George Davis specifically). ‘Bama Bill Crow is quick to respond pro- viding an education to our confused members in Virginia and as always he signs off with a ‘Roll Tide’. George Davis makes one last attempt to set the record straight by calling Virginia a state for ‘Lovers’. Is confused the right word to use? We know Washington can bring out the worst in people but has it infected the state of Virginia as well? At any rate, with one final shot across the bow from Crow to our Virginia brethren, the battle ceased – at least for now. Although I don’t re- side in the state for ‘Lovers’, I do love be- ing a part of the SWA for a number of rea- sons; and mainly for the people. Truly this is our biggest strength as an association. As the old saying goes, ìAll work and no play makes Johnny a dull boy.î We know how to have a good time, we know how to treat people with warmth and compassion (for those Virginia ‘Lovers’), and we know how to get down to business when duty calls. This is who we are, and this is what makes our association so effective. So if you’re looking for some fun, or you’re inter- ested in meeting a few new friends, or you want to learn how to improve your business, you need to come to Charleston in September. There’s simply no better place to network with industry experts. And if you’re from Virginia and you’re a bit confused about your southern heritage, there’s no finer place than Charleston to get an education on the South. ROLL TIDE!!! (remember – I have an obligation to say that until the new football season begins). Hope to see you in Charleston. SWA 65th Convention Charleston, Old South Charm and a Winning Strategy September 16-18, 2010 Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC Be sure to see Convention News on pages 2-7!!!
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Serving the warehouse industry from Virginia to Florida to Louisiana. Education, information, community.
viding an education to our confused members in Virginia and
as always he signs off with a ‘Roll Tide’. George Davis makes
one last attempt to set the
record straight by calling
Virginia a state for ‘Lovers’.
Is confused the right word to
use? We know Washington
can bring out the worst in people but has it infected the state
of Virginia as well? At any rate, with one final shot across the
bow from Crow to our Virginia brethren, the battle ceased – at
least for now.
Although I don’t re-
side in the state for
‘Lovers’, I do love be-
ing a part of the SWA
for a number of rea-
sons; and mainly for
the people. Truly this is our biggest strength as an association.
As the old saying goes, ìAll work and no play makes Johnny
a dull boy.î We know how to have a good time, we know
how to treat people with warmth and compassion (for those
Virginia ‘Lovers’), and we know how to get down to business
when duty calls.
This is who we are, and this is what makes our association
so effective. So if you’re looking for some fun, or you’re inter-
ested in meeting a few new friends, or you want to learn how
to improve your business, you need to come to Charleston
in September. There’s simply no better place to network with
industry experts. And if you’re from Virginia and you’re a bit
confused about your southern heritage, there’s no finer place
than Charleston to get an education on the South.
ROLL TIDE!!! (remember – I have an obligation to say that
until the new football season begins).
Hope to see you in Charleston.
SWA 65th Convention
Charleston, Old South Charm
and a Winning Strategy
September 16-18, 2010Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC
Be sure to see Convention Newson pages 2-7!!!
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SWA 65th Convention
Charleston, Old South Charmand a Winning Strategy
September 16-18 • Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC
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SWA 65th Convention
Charleston, Old South Charmand a Winning Strategy
September 16-18 • Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC
WHILE IN CHARLESTON!Charleston Shopping Opportunities
There is no worse feeling in the world then when you check in to your room, get yourself settled, open your suitcase and realize that you have forgotten your dress for the President’s dinner or that really cute pair of shoes you were planning on wearing to the theme party. Well that will not be a problem this year because our hotel, The Charleston Place, has its own mall adjacent to the lobby. That’s right – A MALL attached to the lobby. Could this be any better.
Only a few steps from the elevator The Shops at Charleston Place are located to the east and west of the hotel lobby along King Street and Market Street. Combining the charm of the city’s antebellum architecture with a distinctive collection of fashion and specialty stores, The Shops, blends classic taste with contemporary style.
Your shopping experience will include the following stores:
Anne Fontaine Dazzles Jewelry LacosteBrookstone Everything But Water The LimitedCache Express Mori ClassicChico’s Godiva Chocolate St. John Women’s ApparelCrabtree & Evelyn Gucci TalbotsTommy Bahama Benetton Waldenbooks And Others!!
So if you can’t decide what to bring, don’t bring it. Buy it at The Shops of Charleston Place. Your husband will love your new dress for the President’s dinner and you will be happy and rested because you never had to leave the comfort of the hotel.
The Spa at Charleston PlaceAging is Natural, How you do it
makes a difference.The new meaning of aging is
how you look and feel.
Between visiting restaurants on the ladies’ tour, strolling down The Battery, and shopping in The Shops of Charleston Place, PLEASE don’t forget the Spa.
At the Spa every age is celebrated with a program of renewal to alleviate your body from outside interferences – Stress, Pollution, Sun exposure, and life’s little overindulgences (think ladies tour) – with forward thinking skincare, detoxifying treatments, theraputic massages and exercise. The Spa offers a menu of world class services. Treatments with a focus on skin and body renewal. Facials, Waxing, Body scrubs, Detox, Massages, and hand and foot therapies are many of the options available.
Please call ahead of your arrival at the convention for an appointment. The telephone number is 843-937-8522. The courteous staff at The Spa will be happy to discuss your de-sires and pamper you like Scarlett O’Hara from Gone With The Wind.
Savor The Flavors Of CharlestonThis year’s Ladies (and some men) Tour is some-
thing special. We have put together a culinary tour of Charleston. For 2-1/2 hours you will immerse yourself
in the history and culture of the Lowcountry, sampling unique cuisine from local eateries, markets, bakeries, restaurants, and others. Some of the local highlights include stone ground grits, Charleston Benne Wafers, locally made gourmet chocolate, southern pralines, collard greens and lowcountry barbecue. This gastro-nomic tour will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday. So grab a friend and let’s get ready to do some serious eating Charleston style.
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KEYNOTE SPEAKER
SWA 65th Convention
Charleston, Old South Charmand a Winning Strategy
September 16-18 • Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC
Kelly uses her years of experience as an award-winning
storyteller, an outrageous sense of humor, and a sincere
desire to show people that they matter and how they make a
difference. Her unique performer’s perspective on how we can
be remarkable in business and her wacky cast of southern
characters, will captivate, encourage and teach you how to
make a difference.
Kelly Swansonauthor of
Who Hijacked My Fairy Tale?
This year’s convention golf tournament
will be played at Patriot’s Point Links and
Golf Club. Located across the harbor
from the city this course offers the true
low country feel while embodying the spirit
of the great links courses in Scotland. The
Willard Byrd designed golf course features
plush fairways with immaculate greens sur-
rounded by lagoons and tidal creeks. However it is
the refreshing afternoon ocean breeze that makes each shot
a true adventure. Panoramic views of Charleston Harbor and
Fort Sumter await you along with the signature 17th hole. A
150 yard par 3 that plays to a small peninsula green backed
by marsh and buffeted by those refreshing ocean breezes. It
is perennially awarded “The best par 3 in the Low Country”.
We will be playing a Mountain Man scramble-same as last
year-with a twist. We will play holes 1-3 &10-12 from the
ladies tees, holes 4-6 & 13-15 from the regular tees and, you
guessed it, holes 7-9 & 16-18 from the back tees. So be sure
to include your handicap on the registration form for the con-
vention. Once again
we will be playing for
a coveted winners golf
shirt to be worn in front
of all of your golfing
buddies, and the even-
more coveted trophy to
be displayed in such a
way as to impress all
who see it!
Everyone is invited.
The views are spec-
tacular. The golf is not.
But we sure do have a
good time.
GOLF AT PATRIOT’S POINT
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SWA 65th Convention
Charleston, Old South Charmand a Winning Strategy
September 16-18 • Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC
THE BUSINESS PROGRAM
Carolyn Rosendale is the accounting manager for Wilson Warehouse
Company, Inc., she over-sees the daily staff and
financial operations for Wilson Warehouse and its related companies.
Carolyn has been a Certified Public Accountant for over 20 years. Ms Rosendale is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Ac-
The Effects of Healthcare Reform on Business Owners
Mark Combs, Pres-
ident and Senior Consultant
Blue Water Benefits
With more than 12 years experience and six pro-fessional designations in his field, Mark is a veteran of the employee benefits industry. Prior to joining Blue Water Benefits, Mark worked as a certified financial planner with John Hancock Financial, and then spent time at Marsh & McLennan Companies specializing in employee group benefits. He is the author of The Plan WELL Method: Employer Wellness System, numerous published articles and whitepapers. He is a national speaker and was honored with the Distinguished Educational Achievement Award from the American College.
The New Look Labor and Employment Law LandscapeMatt Gilley
Ford & Harrison
New federal labor and employ-ment laws, regulations, interpretations and enforce-ment practices are forcing employers to alter or reconsider longstanding personnel practices. Matt Gilley, a labor and employment attorney with Ford & Harrison LLP, will discuss how this changing landscape will impact our industry and offer sug-gestions for succeeding in this new environment. In particular, the discussion will focus on proposed changes to laws concerning union organizing, the new composition of the National Labor Relations Board, and NLRB precedents that are most likely to change under the new Board.
countants, Louisiana Society of Certified Public Accountants, Institute of Managerial Accountants, and The Society of Human Resource Manage-ment Professionals. Carolyn currently sits on the Louisiana Technical Committee for State and Local Taxation, and is a former long term member of the Louisiana Healthcare and Healthcare Issues Task Force. Carolyn’s area of specialty interest is in taxa-tion and cost accounting.
Effects of Tax Law and What an Accountant Can Do for You Carolyn Rosendale, Wilson Warehouse Co.
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SWA 65th Convention
Charleston, Old South Charmand a Winning Strategy
September 16-18 • Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC
THE BUSINESS PROGRAMAGENDA
REGISTRATION DESKOpen Wednesday, September 15th – 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Open Thursday, September 16th – 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, September 17, 2010 08:30 am – 10:00 am Opening session, breakfast, and Keynote speaker
10:15 am – 11:15 am Warehouse and Transportation Law
Kevin Phillips of Nielsen, Zehe & Antas, P.C.
11:15 am – 12:15 pm What IT, Social Networking, and SWA Can Do to Recruit Business?
Note: Select your dinner entrée on the registration form, please.
Saturday, September 18th
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS BREAKFAST ............................................................................8:00 am
The Charleston Breakfast Buffet & the “Going Green Forum”
LADIES EVENT ...............................................................................................................10:00 am
A Charleston city culinary tour that will provide information on the history and culture of Low
Country Cuisine. A 2½ hour event during which you will sample unique foods and varied
dishes from local eateries, markets, bakeries and several restaurants.
THEME PARTY .................................................................................................................6:30 pm
Will be held at the historic Majestic Theatre (next door to the hotel) where we will enjoy
a “Low Country Boil” and be entertained by those who can do the “Shag” or wish to take
lessons and join the fun.
SWA 65th Convention
Charleston, Old South Charmand a Winning Strategy
September 16-18 • Charleston Place Hotel, Charleston, SC
SOCIAL PROGRAM AGENDA
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What’s happening? With
the midyear Board of Directors
Meeting planned for June couple
with preparations for our Septem-
ber convention, now just three
months down the road, the pace
in the SWA office has stepped up
a notch. But like any organization
who has “good help”, and we do,
the work gets handled properly,
on time and with a good spirit. A special thanks to each mem-
ber of our convention committee, in fact all the board, for their
excellent help and support.
The midyear board meeting was conducted in Charleston
on Saturday, June 12th; it was time well spent. The organiza-
tion’s finances are in order, membership has grown (we have
added five new warehouse members and eight new associ-
ates since last September), a website refresher project lead
by Collin Peel is underway, approval was given to establish
credit card use for SWA dues and meeting fees (more in-
formation will follow shortly), and September’s convention
program and social agenda plans are complete. Information
will be flowing all summer to encourage your participation.
Thanks, Perry, for your help this past weekend getting group
reservations at terrific Charleston restaurants; you were right,
there seems to be a good one on every corner and we all
enjoyed three of them.
Kathy and I will be “moving the SWA office” north by 1,300
miles this July; we intend to spend that month at our family
lake house in New Hampshire and look forward to having our
grandson Garrett with us for some of that time. We will have
internet access while gone and the board will have the house
telephone number should they need it. Leaving July 1st and
home by July 28th.
Have a good summer and we will be looking for you all in
Charleston this
coming Septem-
ber.
Dean
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR’S COLUMN
WELCOME NEW MEMBERA new North Carolina based mem-
ber! A start-up company managed by
Charlie Owen who plans to join us in
Charleston this coming September to
meet and learn. Per his words “The
Fletcher Warehousing Company is a
300,000 square foot property located
one and a half miles North of Exit 44
on Interstate 26 outside of Asheville, North Carolina.
The property was the distribution center for the Springs
Global Blanket Division. We offer warehousing, logistical,
and transportation services. You can visit our web site at
www.fletcherwarehousing.com”.
This represents an earlier press release that Shipper’s had
done. I had met the Editor of Southeast Green along with
Tony Piccolo & Roy Barbee. We reported that Shipper’s was
working on being the first facility in Georgia that has zero
waste. We are recycling all paper, cardboard, & plastic straps/
scraps and have an area set up in three spots to recycle all
plastic bottles, any magazines, aluminum cans. Pick up on
these units will be free which should produce income for the
company. We are also investigating having some composting
done on weekends; data is being collected to determine the
feasibility. As always we will be sure that we are in compliance
with any AIB standards. Tony Piccolo & Roy Barbee have
been very instrumental for Shipper’s on this project. More
updates will follow.
Press Release
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SIMOS Insourcing Solutions is a customer-focused, results-oriented labor management firm. SIMOS specializes in streamlining the way organi-zations work with contingent labor and high touch environments. We provide the engineering support, labor, and supervision with a guaranteed fixed cost per unit billing model while meeting or exceeding our client’s quality standards. Our customizable solution typically yields a savings of 10% - 20% and enables us to tailor engineering services to meet the opera-tional objectives of each client.
The SIMOS offering provides: ●● Flexible●pricing●options●●●●●● Robust●and●accountable●labor●strategy●●●●●● Addition●of●intellectual●capital●when●you●need●it●●●●●● Ability●to●shift●supervision●and●key●labor●to●higher●ROI●activities.●
Headquartered in Atlanta, SIMOS currently operates in 13 states and has a proven track record of working with Fortune 500 manufacturing and distribution com-panies. The privately held company is led by a senior management team with an average of more than 27 years experience in staffing and outsourcing backed by a staff with 25 years of engineering, process man-agement and improvement, and operations expertise.
We invest in and directly help generate value in your business through active collaboration between compa-ny management and SIMOS experienced profession-als. SIMOS Insourcing Solutions is committed to helping manufacturers and distribution centers con-trol their labor costs by offering budgetary certainty. SIMOS incorporates our engineering and operational expertise to drive continuous improvements in cost, quality, and on time delivery. SIMOS consistently de-livers cost reduction programs that impact the bottom line within our customer’s organizations.
695 Mansell Rd., STE 200Roswell, GA 30076
www.simossolutions.com770.992.3441
Business. Re-engineered. SI MO S
Business. Re-engineered.SIMOS
Ag Solutions Plus, Inc is excited about being a
member of the SWA. One of our goals has been to
find an organization in which to become involved.
We are an independent manufacturer represen-
tative located in Harrisonburg, VA. Larry Trissel, a
life-long resident of Harrisonburg, is the founder and
president.
Ag Solutions Plus, primarily, represents two
companies.
One, AMT,
is located
i n Sou th
Carolina. AMT provides
hard goods, such as
tools, curtains, winches,
etc. to the agriculture in-
dustry. The other is CBM
Electronic Lighting, located in Quebec, Canada. CBM
manufactures and provides electronic lighting fixtures.
Within the SWA organization, Ag Solutions Plus
will place our emphasis on CBM Electronic Lighting.
We know many of your offices and warehouses will
be required to update your lighting. Those of you still
using T-12 bulbs as your light source are facing the
decision of replacements. While this presents a chal-
lenge, there are benefits to be reaped. Your replace-
ments should provide more and better lighting at a
reduced cost.
There are many factors to consider when making
your decision – facility size, hours per day usage, ap-
plication, budget, etc. Many municipalities and electric
suppliers offer rebates when energy efficient fixtures
are installed. The savings can be staggering.
We, at Ag Solutions Plus, encourage you to make
informed decisions. Do what’s best for your business.
Do what’s best for the environment. Ask for lighting
lay-outs, cost comparisons, and pay-back schedules.
We look forward to being an associate member
alongside you in SWA. And, if you desire, we welcome
the opportunity to assist you in your lighting decisions.
LarryTrissel
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS CORNER
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BOARD OF DIRECTORSPresident FRANKANDERSON RBW Logistics Corp. P.O.Box10027 Augusta,GA30903 (706)724-0106 [email protected]. COLLINPEEL Camrett Logistics P.O.Box410 Wytheville,VA24382 (276)625-8103 [email protected]. ROBERTBALDRIDGE Wilson Warehouse Co., Inc. P.O.Box748 BatonRouge,LA70821 (225)382-5269 [email protected]./Treasurer GEORGEW.DAVISIII Davis Storage and Warehouse, Inc. 541BridgeStreet Danville,VA24541 (434)793-7721 [email protected]& BUSTERLEWISPres.Council Lewis Storage Co., Inc.Chairman P.O.Box16384 Greensboro,NC27416 (336)275-8458 [email protected] STATE DIRECTORSAlabama MICHAELO.MEADOR Meador Warehousing & Distribution P.O.Box391 Mobile,AL36610 (251)457-4376,x14 [email protected] BRIANDUKE Laney & Duke Terminal Warehouse Co. 1560JessieStreet Jacksonville,FL32206 (904)798-3500 [email protected] WILLIAMSTANKIEWICZ Shippers Warehouse of Georgia 9250SouthMainStreet Jonesboro,GA30236 (678)364-3475 [email protected] BRIANJOHNSON Advance Distribution Services, Inc. 2349MillersLane Louisville,KY40216 (502)449-1720 [email protected] ROBERTBALDRIDGEand Wilson Warehouse Co., Inc. Mississippi P.O.Box748 BatonRouge,LA70821 (225)382-5269 [email protected] FREDMEREDITH Meredith Warehousing & Disribution, Inc. 103CarolinaCourt HighPoint,NC27263 (336)861-5773 [email protected] VANSWAFFORD Swafford Transport and Warehouse Co. 1630OldHighway14South Greer,SC29651 (864)848-3854 [email protected] JOHNOZIER UWT Logistics 823EastHolmesRoad Memphis,TN38106 (901)948-3481 [email protected] DEVONANDERS InterChange Group, Inc. 1346PlesantsDrive,Suite6 Harrisonburg,VA22801 (540)433-1900 [email protected]
AT LARGE DIRECTORSANDYBROWN
Twin City Warehouses, Inc.3302OldLexingtonRoadWinston-Salem,NC27107