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NEHDS Logistics Names Charles Johnson President, COO
November 15,
2016 by Larry Thomas in Executive Changes, Industry 
NEHDS Logistics, a provider of last-mile delivery and warehousing services, has named logistics industry veteran Charles Johnson as president and chief operating officer.
Johnson, who had been president of Diakon Logistics, will oversee day-to-day operations at NEHDS and further develop the company’s growing base of regional and national accounts.
In his new post, he reports to CEO Gerry Burdo.
“We are delighted that Charles is joining us to oversee our operations; his vast industry knowledge will be instrumental in providing exceptional service to existing clients and positioning NEHDS to expand its reach,” Burdo said.
Johnson’s background includes more than 31 years of diverse business experience in the areas of operations, finance, accounting and administration. Prior to joining Diakon Logistics, he spent more than eight years in investment banking advising companies on mergers, acquisitions and capital sourcing. Previous to his career in investment banking, he was chief operating officer and chief financial officer of a telecommunications company and national food service distributor. He started his career with the assurance practice of Coopers & Lybrand.
“I am both proud and honored to be joining NEHDS as its President/COO,” Johnson said. “Gerry and his team have built an amazing logistics company in a very short time and now dominate the Northeast region of the country. I look forward to working with Gerry and the other senior management members to continue the growth and success of NEHDS nationwide.”