Celebrating the Next Generation of Women in Automotive Logistics
Highlighting exceptional customer service and the dedication behind stronger OEM partnerships.
At AMPORTS, we are proud to shine a spotlight on the women who are helping shape the future of our industry—especially the next generation of rising leaders who bring passion, grit, and exceptional professionalism to their work. This month, we are pleased to celebrate Katelyn Canode, Account Coordinator at our Jacksonville terminal, whose strong customer-service mindset and dedication recently earned recognition from a key OEM partner.
During a regional customer meeting, a representative from their operations team shared a heartfelt acknowledgment of the work Katelyn has been doing, saying:
“Katelyn has shown an immense amount of hard work, dedication, and commitment. She continues to perform above expectations. Her efforts have made a noticeable difference for our team.”
OEM Customer
About Green Marine:
Green Marine is a unique environmental certification program that addresses multiple sustainability issues within the marine industry. Its participants, which include over 180 shipping companies, port authorities, terminal operators, and shipyards, commit to exceeding regulatory compliance and continuously improving their environmental performance. Through concrete actions and collaborative initiatives, Green Marine fosters industry-wide progress toward reducing environmental impact and promoting greener maritime operations.
This recognition means a great deal—not only because it reflects Katelyn’s performance, but because it speaks directly to the quality of the customer–vendor relationship she has helped strengthen.
A Passion for the Industry, and a Natural Talent for Customer Service
Katelyn joined AMPORTS less than two years ago, bringing with her a strong foundation in automotive service and business development. A lifelong car enthusiast, she has always been drawn to the automotive world, describing her passion for vehicles as something that “makes every day exciting.”
That enthusiasm shows in her work.
From her first weeks on the job, she immersed herself in learning the complexities of port logistics: dealer communication, reporting, export coordination, system updates, accessories handling, and troubleshooting. She mastered key systems like AS400 and Excel, often staying late or studying processes on her own to better support her customers.
Another customer representative recently shared:
“She has been incredibly helpful as I’ve learned this operation. Her willingness to explain processes, answer questions, and jump in wherever needed has made her an invaluable partner.”
OEM Customer
A Bright Future Ahead
Katelyn represents the future of automotive logistics: deeply passionate, highly capable, and eager to keep growing. Her efforts have strengthened AMPORTS’ relationships with a key customer and contributed directly to smoother operations at our Jacksonville terminal.
AMPORTS is proud to celebrate Katelyn—and the many women across our organization who are redefining what leadership looks like in our industry.
