May 2023

UNIQUE Newsletter

A Message from our COO - Mickey Diaz

In April most of our global management team attended UNIQUE’s 40th Anniversary in Hong Kong. Sunandan Ray, our CEO spoke about UNIQUE’s strategy for future growth, and I spoke about the steps needed for transformation of UNIQUE for which “DELIVERING AS PROMISED”, to our customers, becomes our mission.

 

While UNIQUE continues to ensure we reach a larger customer base, expanding our Sales Force and our Global Network. We understand that it is our front-line people who make the difference in satisfying customers’ needs.

 

It is ultimately our front line that ensures the customer receives exceptional service and ensures we DELIVER AS PROMISED, and for this reason, we continue to invest in tools, processes, training, and communication. Ensuring we keep you updated on the company initiatives and events is important to us.

 

We hope you enjoy this newsletter, I am especially proud of our featured “Social Contributions”, as well as the continued BUSINESS WINS from our sales teams.

Hong Kong 40th Anniversary Trip

International Collaboration and Success 

 

During our recent meeting held in Hong Kong, our discussions revolved around strategies aimed at fostering growth and development across our organization. We acknowledged the significance of our agent partners worldwide and their valuable contributions to our success. The meeting format allowed each participant to engage in one-on-one country-to-country meetings, with over 6 hours allocated for each session. These meetings served as an opportunity to delve into current business matters and exchange growth strategies with representatives from various countries.

 

Highlights from our discussion:

 

Celebrating Our Unique Employees: We acknowledged the invaluable contributions of our talented and diverse workforce. We introduced and highlighted our Import and Export and Agencies Operations team organization, and relayed UNIQUE USA’s commitment to “Deliver as Promised”. 

 

 

Embracing a Global Network of Agents: We recognized the significance of our extensive network of Agents located worldwide. These dedicated professionals play a pivotal role in expanding our reach and connecting us with new markets and opportunities. By nurturing these relationships and leveraging their expertise, we are able to forge partnerships and pursue ventures that propel our organization towards unprecedented growth.

 

 

Building Bridges for New Lines of Business: 

Our focus extended beyond the status quo as we discussed ideas on new business lines like e-commerce and rail, strengthening trade-lane volumes, and collaboration in sales for new customer wins.  

 

As we continue this journey together, we are excited about the endless possibilities that lie ahead. The growth of our company is not limited to a single entity, it is about alignment and collaboration of origin and destination to ensure each shipment is “Delivered as Promised.”

 

Lastly and most importantly, we would like to express our appreciation to the Hong Kong team for their meticulous organization and instrumental role in ensuring the success of this meeting.

Amazing Video and Pictures from Hong Kong

UNIQUE CHANGE SQUAD (UCS) UPDATES

We are pleased to announce the UNIQUE CHANGE SQUAD (UCS)!

 

The committee consists of volunteers committed to encouraging all team members to “Be Good Citizen’s ” to Each Other, Community, and Environment. If you have any ideas or information how UNIQUE can participate and sponsor events , please contact the change squad. 

UNIQUE Sustainability Commitment

New Logo Below

We are delighted to share our New Sustainability Logo, Our UNIQUE Change Squad and pictures captured during our Earth Day celebrations, where our dedicated volunteers actively participated in local activities to demonstrate our commitment to the environment. These snapshots reflect our collective passion for preserving our planet and inspire us to continue making a positive impact. 

 

NYC Office - 2023 Earth Day at Queens Farm: Our team in the NYC office immersed themselves in the beauty of nature at Queens Farm, celebrating Earth Day with boundless enthusiasm. They actively engaged in sustainable practices, deepening their connection to the environment while fostering a sense of community and camaraderie.

LAX Office - Clean Up Day at Cerritos College: The LAX office volunteers took part in a remarkable Clean Up Day at Cerritos College, showcasing their dedication to preserving the cleanliness and beauty of our local surroundings. Armed with determination and trash bags, they worked tirelessly to create a cleaner and more sustainable environment for all.

ATL Office - Truly Living Well (TLW) Urban Agriculture Center: Our ATL office team embraced the principles of urban agriculture at the Truly Living Well (TLW) Urban Agriculture Center. They immersed themselves in sustainable farming practices, learning about the importance of local food production and its positive impact on both the environment and the community.

Thank you to all the volunteers who wholeheartedly participated in these activities. Your actions reflect the core values of UNIQUE, and we are immensely proud to have such passionate individuals on our team.

 

Together, let us continue to be champions of environmental sustainability, making a lasting difference in our communities and beyond.

 

Tony Evangelista

Office Location: NYC

Sales Admin. Support Coordinator

4/24/2023

 

Welcome Tony, we look forward to your success.

PROMOTIONS 

 

Jennifer Budd

Office Location: ORD

Previous Role: Ocean Import Team Lead 

Promoted to: Ocean Import Supervisor

 

Congratulations Jennifer well deserved! 

Top Wins Last Month

To view notable sales from last month, click on the link below. 

COMING Soon...... Hungry?

Are you ready to unleash your inner culinary maestro? We are thrilled to announce an exciting upcoming event that will give you the perfect platform to showcase your cooking skills and tantalize taste buds like never before!

 

Get ready for our highly anticipated office Potluck, where you can demonstrate your creativity, passion, and flair in the kitchen. Whether you're a seasoned chef or an aspiring home cook, this is your chance to shine and share your unique culinary creations with your colleagues.

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