The Cargomatic executive leadership team comprises industry experts with over 150 years of combined supply chain management experience, dedicated to fostering innovation and transforming the freight transportation industry.
Rich Gerstein has dedicated his life to transforming transportation and supply chain logistics. At an early age, Rich learned about the industry from the docks of his father’s LTL business, which led him to found IntelliTrans, a tech-based logistics company specializing in multi-modal supply chain optimization and visibility for the bulk and break-bulk industries. Since joining Cargomatic in 2017, Rich has focused on building a revolutionary transportation and technology business for local and regional markets. Rich holds his bachelor’s degree in Political Economy of Industrialized Societies and a MS in Transportation Engineering from the University of California, Berkeley.
Matt Hogan
Chief Operating Officer
Matt Hogan brings over 20 years of logistics and operations experience to the table. Previously, Matt was the Director of Account Management at IntelliTrans for 15 years. Matt is an innovative operational leader that drives strategic growth and values forging strong customer relationships throughout the industry. He holds his bachelor’s degree from Xavier University.
Marc Marling
Chief Business Officer
With more than 25 years of shipping-industry experience, Marc Marling serves as Cargomatic’s Chief Business Officer. He is known throughout the industry for his expertise in maritime and admiralty law, intermodal transportation and for his ability to help companies navigate complex logistics issues and government regulations. Most recently, he served as the Chief Governance Officer and Chief Legal Officer for CMA CGM and APL North America. A graduate of Rutgers Law School, Marc’s leadership and strategy skills extend to overseeing staff and outside counsel involved in maritime and commercial litigation, as well as commercial transactions, including contracting, land purchase, leasing and acquisitions. Marc’s diverse experience and his role as the president of Vanmarc Shipping Limited Company underline his commitment to solving complex problems and offering expert services to clients in the maritime industry. A skilled public speaker, he is also actively involved in thought leadership through his Corporate Thought podcast series, which explores the multifaceted aspects of business, mentorship, family companies and entrepreneurship.
Allen Clifford
President
Allen brings more than four decades of experience across global shipping, logistics and supply chain management. He began his career in freight forwarding in New York City, joining Freight Base Freight Forwarding before moving to Containership Agency in 1981. Prior to joining Cargomatic, Allen served as the Executive Vice President at Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), where he played an instrumental role in building the company’s U.S. presence from the ground up, leading one of the world’s leading container shipping networks. Allen is widely recognized for his deep industry expertise and long-standing impact on the shipping sector, most recently being named a recipient of the 2025 Connie Award. A graduate of the University at Buffalo, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in English with a minor in Political Science, Allen built his career on a foundation of hard work, grit and perseverance, principles that continue to shape his approach to driving performance and long-term growth. Allen was also the US Ambassador for the MSC Foundation and represented the U.S. for coral restoration and humanitarian events around the world.
Sunil Sharma
Chief Product and Technology Officer
Sunil Sharma holds over 20 years of experience building and launching successful products and services across platforms, applications and online marketplaces. Sunil has a strong track record of driving innovation, having held R&D and product leadership roles at GT Nexus, Yahoo!, Jasper Technologies and Cisco. Sunil is responsible for driving product strategy, technology R&D and cloud operations at Cargomatic. Sunil has a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Mumbai and a master’s degree in Industrial & Systems Engineering from Virginia Tech.
Meredith Wooten
Chief Legal Officer
Meredith Wooten serves as Chief Legal Officer at Cargomatic, where she leads all legal, regulatory and compliance functions. She brings over a decade of experience advising transportation, logistics and financial services companies on matters ranging from M&A and contract negotiation to employment law and risk management. Prior to joining Cargomatic, she held senior legal roles at IMC Logistics, Centerline Business Services and Vero Business Capital. She also serves as the Municipal Judge for the Town of Brighton, Tennessee. Meredith earned her Juris Doctor, cum laude, from the University of Memphis—Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law.
Michael Zamost
Chief Strategy Officer
Michael Zamost brings more than 20 years of expertise in intermodal and over-the-road transportation. He began his career at Command Transportation in 2001, rising into leadership roles before its acquisition by Echo Global Logistics in 2015. From 2017 to 2024, he served as Vice President of Intermodal at Echo, guiding strategy and growth across the sector. Recognized as an industry expert, Michael has served on the Customer Engagement Board of CSX as well as other Class 1 railroads and has frequently lectured on intermodal and trucking topics. He holds a bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University.
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