Bridge Import Group, Inc., is dedicated to delivering dynamic solutions for the protection of cargo shipped worldwide in intermodal containers and over-road trailer trucks. Bridge has a combined 30+ years of experience protecting sensitive cargo such as peanuts, machinery, cacao, pecans, rice, pet food, soya beans, coffee and corn. The result of this experience is that no matter what the cargo is, Bridge Import Group has a solution to ensure it arrives at its destination with no moisture damage. We also understand that shipping in containers or in trucks is a time-sensitive activity and we are proud to deliver the best customer support in the business.
Based out of Boston, Massachusetts, Bridge Import Group has strategic distribution warehouses in Savannah, Georgia; Decatur, Illinois; and Puyallup, Washington. We also have distribution points in Guayaquil, Ecuador; Lima, Peru; Asuncion, Paraguay; Cartagena Colombia; and Accra, Ghana. We are actively looking for distribution partners in Chile, Argentina, Brazil, and Central America.
Bridge Import Group has long-term relationships with established manufacturing companies around the globe. Our products are tested vigorously to ensure they meet the highest standards of quality. We routinely conduct tests to record the temperature and relative humidity inside containers and trucks, and consistently monitor our products’ performance to ensure they are performing to our high standards.
Bridge Import Group helps national and international shipping customers avoid humidity-related problems by providing high-quality affordable cargo protection products. Intermodal shipping is time-driven and our team works together to meet schedules and ensure all customer requirements and expectations are met or exceeded. What distinguishes us from the competition is our emphasis on customer service: with Bridge Import Group, your calls are answered immediately or returned promptly.
Michael Ryan is founder and president. He worked in the desiccant industry before founding Bridge Import Group and has been involved in extensive desiccant testing for the cocoa industry in West Africa and the peanut industry in Georgia. He started Bridge Import Group in response to the market’s need for a high-quality calcium chloride desiccant at a competitive price. Above all else Bridge was founded as a customer-focused company.
Molly Wagner is Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Bridge Import Group. Molly has over 20 years of experience in the food, beverage, and agriculture industry where she provides and creates additional value through her customer-centric approach. Molly has effectively built new sales teams while developing creative sales and marketing strategies that have increased organic growth in pivotal areas needed to maintain profitability.
John is chief financial officer for Bridge Import Group and its official business consultant. Before joining Bridge, John owned a successful industrial plating company in Providence (RI) for 35 years. When not working, John is a single-digit-handicap golfer and participates in “senior” tournaments in Massachusetts.
Sandra Paredes is our accounts payable and receivable clerk, ensuring our vendors are paid in a timely manner for their services. Originally from Colombia, Sandra also translates all Bridge Import Group information into Spanish for our Latin America clients. Prior to joining Bridge, Sandra worked for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Colombia.
Luci Silva is a part of Bridge Import Group’s Admin and Logistics team. A true team player, Luci does whatever needs to be done and she does it with a great attitude. She receives all orders from our sales team and makes sure our customers receive their product on time and according to their specific requirements. A native of Providence R.I., Luci worked with John Ryan for 20+ years at his industrial plating company. Just prior to Bridge Import Group, Luci worked in the customer service industry handling customer problems and complaints. We are happy to be working with Luci again. Luci is married with three daughters and enjoys traveling to warm tropical locations in her free time.
Monica Sturm is Sales Operations Specialist for Bridge Import Group. Monica has over 20 years of experience in performing and facilitating an organization through process driven activities to ensure productive and successful outcomes. Monica's role is focused on optimizing sales processes and managing the sales technologies to support Bridge Import Group's growth and efficiency in its sales operations.
