USFI Difference #9

We’re on a very different mission from any other company. We’re betting everything on you – your success, your growth and your challenges. That’s why we’re so confident about the future.

A Leadership Team with A Difference

USFI employs a “team of teams” approach to growing your business. The individuals listed here for your reference represent entire specialty teams of highly dedicated professionals, covering a broad spectrum of experience and expertise. Every one of us is committed to inspiring you with uncommon effectiveness.

Daniel I. Zipes

Director of Logistics and Supply Chain

A seasoned veteran of the logistics “revolution” of the past four decades, Dan began his career as a Distribution Center Manager for Nestle Co. and subsequently developed logistics, warehousing and back office solutions for Abbot Laboratories, FoxMeyer Drug Company, Red Line Healthcare and Home Interiors and Gifts as Vice President of Distribution and Compliance. Dan is instrumental in creating and adapting logistics solutions for USFI’s full range of clients, from direct marketers to national retailers to resorts, hotels and flags. Dan joined USFI in April 2008.

Steven Sutor

Director of Information Technology

Steven has been in the IT industry since 1990, when he joined USFI. A member of our senior management team, he manages USFI’s technology initiatives, infrastructure and personnel. Steven has a long history in data analysis and what has come to be called data mining. Possessed with a keen business acumen, Steven shares his accumulated knowledge of the key industries we serve with clients and co-workers alike. Steven holds a bachelor's degree in industrial technology from Colorado State University.

Danny Batchelor

Manager of Inventory Control

Danny joined USFI in May 2008. He ensures continuous improvement of all inventory control and distribution logistics development. Danny is a key contributor to all clients with his ability to recognize opportunities for operational efficiencies, fashion solutions and communicate them effectively to our associates. Prior to joining USFI, Danny managed and managed distribution centers at CompuCom Systems, R-Star Technologies and Home Interiors and Gifts, where he served as Operations Training Manager. Danny possesses a bachelor of  arts.

Benjamin Ibekwe

Manager of Operations

Joining USFI in October 2004, Benjamin’s primary responsibilities are the management and supervision of specific client receipts and all outbound process. Prior to working with USFI, Benjamin worked for nine years as a warehouse supervisor at Osram Sylvania and as a regional supervisor at Exxon Corporation. Today, he develops and oversees the implementation of procedures and protocols as they pertain to inbound and outbound shipments, and ensures that only the best processes are utilized by warehouse staff.