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Leaders of an international shipping conference have named Milwaukee\u2019s Port Director, Adam Tindall-Schlicht, as an AntwerpXL 40 Under 40 honoree. The award showcases rising stars, under the age of 40, in an important sector of marine commerce.<\/p>\n
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AntwerpXL is a major conference focusing on breakbulk shipping \u2013 that is cargo not transported in containers. Port Milwaukee is a significant destination for breakbulk on the Great Lakes.<\/p>\n
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This award is designed to identify and celebrate younger players within the industry, showcase their contributions and encourage innovation.<\/p>\n
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Tindall-Schlicht was nominated for the award by Executive Director David Naftzger of the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors & Premiers. In his submission, Naftzger said Tindall-Schlicht has \u201cbuilt an impressive record at Port Milwaukee during his tenure.\u201d The nomination went on to praise Tindall-Schlicht\u2019s efforts to increase cargo volumes, boost economic impact, improve marketing efforts, and develop new export facilities at Port Milwaukee.<\/p>\n
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\u201cReceiving the AntwerpXL 40 Under 40 award is much more than a personal honor,\u201d Tindall-Schlicht said. \u201cIt reflects the energy and innovation that all the team members of Port Milwaukee bring to our work. Port Milwaukee is a burgeoning transportation hub, adding economic value to this city, this region, and to the international shipping industry.\u201d<\/p>\n
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Tindall-Schlicht was previously recognized by the Milwaukee Business Journal as one if its 2020 \u201c40 Under 40\u201d honorees. BizTimes Milwaukee also honored Tindall-Schlicht as a \u201cNotable LGBTQ Executive\u201d earlier this year.<\/p>\n
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Port Milwaukee is an economic entity of City government governed by the seven-member Board of Harbor Commissioners, a panel appointed by Mayor Tom Barrett and confirmed by the Common Council. It administers operations on the hundreds of acres that make up the Port. It promotes shipping and commerce throughout the region by providing access to domestic and international ships, rail, and over-the-road transportation.<\/p>\n
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