Our Leadership
- Vlad Skots is an award-winning Ukrainian-American entrepreneur and the powerhouse behind USKO Inc.—one of the fastest-growing logistics networks in the country. From truck driver to CEO, Vlad built his empire from the ground up, disrupting the freight industry with bold vision, relentless execution, and a deep understanding of how transportation really works.
- He’s not just a businessman—he’s a trusted voice in Washington and beyond. Vlad has advised U.S. federal agencies, foreign ministers, and ambassadors on critical issues in logistics, trade, and infrastructure. His insights have shaped conversations on global supply chains at major international conferences, where he’s regularly invited to speak as an expert.
- Honored with multiple industry awards for innovation and leadership, Vlad is known for challenging the status quo, empowering small carriers, and building real solutions in a broken system. His mission: modernize freight, give power back to operators, and drive the industry forward.
- With over 20 years of experience in the trucking industry — including 14 years of dedicated leadership at USKO — Nikolay Skots brings deep operational knowledge and strategic vision to the logistics world.
- As Vice President, he is passionate about building strong, trust-based relationships between dispatchers, drivers, and fleet owners. His commitment to transparency, communication, and long-term partnerships continues to drive USKO’s reputation for reliability and integrity in the transportation industry.
- Diana Murphy a financial leader with over a decade of experience witha strong background in accounting, financial strategy, and operational efficiency.
- As CFO of USKO Group, she oversees financial strategy, risk mitigation, and cross-functional coordination across a network of transportation and logistics companies. Her expertise in cash flow management, compliance, and performance optimization helps drive sustainable growth and profitability in a dynamic, asset-intensive industry.
- Vasily is a seasoned maritime executive with over 15 years of global experience spanning cargo vessel management, cruise operations, and port development.
- Currently he is spearheading USKO’s strategic expansion into State and Federal government contracting across the United States, where Vasily leverages his strong background in international Project Management to drive the successful execution of complex logistical undertakings.
- Major General (Retired) Baldwin spent over 40 years in the United States Army, including over 11 years as the Adjutant General of California.
- In that capacity, he commanded over 30,000 Soldiers, Airmen, Student Cadets, and Civilians of the California National Guard.
- Ron Steers began his career in air freight and last-mile delivery, developing expertise in white-glove and time-critical logistics. Over the past 13 years, he has built a diverse background spanning freight brokerage, forwarding, import operations, drayage, and supply chain warehouse management.
- Ron previously managed over 175 hourly employees at Amazon and helped scale a non-asset air freight forwarder into a 14-warehouse third-party logistics provider. He also led high-value projects for Fortune 500 tech companies, including nationwide data center deployments. At a startup brokerage, he drove growth from $360K to $25M ARR and secured military freight accounts trending toward $2.7M in revenue. Ron is known for building scalable logistics networks, operational excellence, and leading teams with a hands-on, results-driven approach.
- Independently starting within transportation in 2011, Artur managed every aspect of their business—from purchasing trucks to overseeing day-to-day operations. Since joining USKO in 2016, they have built the Expedite division from the ground up, with a strong focus on exceptional customer service, driver retention, and long-term relationships.
- Their dedication ensures both clients and drivers receive the highest level of support and care.
- Chris White is a seasoned logistics executive with extensive experience in transportation, quality systems, and carrier relations. As VP of Relations, he oversees the growth of expedited and full truckload services and supports the continued development of Motion TMS, the company’s logistics platform.
- He also serves as President of the Expedite Association of North America (TEANA), where he promotes high standards and transparent practices. With a background in ISO 9001 implementation and team leadership, Chris is valued for his clear, steady approach and insight into the needs of carriers in a fragmented market. At USKO, he focuses on strengthening service, performance, and market reach across North America.
- With over 12 years in the transportation industry, Luby has grown from an entry-level dispatch assistant to serving as Chief Operations Officer at USKO, Inc.
- She remains committed to refining operational processes and supporting teams to deliver efficient, high-quality service that meets the evolving needs of our clients.
- Over the past 10 years, I’ve led logistics operations with a focus on performance, precision, and people. As a Logistics Director, my goal is to drive every department to surpass expectations, ensuring seamless, high-quality service that enhances exceptional customer experience at every touchpoint.
- Karina has been a dedicated member of USKO since 2013—a jack-of-all-trades who has excelled across multiple roles and departments within the organization. With a degree in
- Business Administration and over a decade of hands-on experience, she brings deep expertise in business management and transportation industry specific operations. Karina is passionate about streamlining internal processes, enhancing efficiency, and driving continuous improvement throughout the company.
- Daria brings nearly a decade of logistics experience, combining operational insight with strategic business development and a focus on building reliable, scalable transportation solutions.
- Daria is passionate about helping others grow and bringing fresh ideas to keep things moving efficiently.
- With over 15 years of experience in IT, program management, and execution management, Julia leads USKO’s digital transformation strategy.
- She oversees software development and drives technological initiatives that streamline operations and boost organizational efficiency.
- Over 16 years of experience in supply chain management and transportation. Lauren ensures smooth and efficient supply chain operations across the country.
- She is dedicated to implementing the best Sales and Operational practices that prioritize efficiency and solutions to enhance Customer satisfaction and Operational excellence.
- With extensive experience in finance, sales and operations, Viktoriia drives business growth and operational excellence across multiple locations.
- She is committed to expanding USKO's market presence while ensuring efficient, high-quality operations that meet evolving client expectations for transportation services.
- Snizhana ensures full compliance with FMCSA regulations and all applicable federal safety standards across company operations.
- She also works closely with insurance and manages claims resolution, helping to minimize risk and maintain strong partnerships through effective communication and proactive problem-solving.
- Serge serves as VP at USKO Inc., bringing over 15 years of logistics experience—10 of which have been dedicated to growing and refining USKO’s operations.
- He is passionate about tailoring custom logistics solutions to meet clients’ unique needs and deeply committed to supporting owner‑operators, whom he believes are the backbone of the industry.