Mexico is now the U.S.’s top trading partner. Discover how nearshoring, USMCA rules, and culture are reshaping supply chain strategy and growth.

Congratulations to Shawntell Kroese, recognized as a 2025 Women in Supply Chain Award winner! Celebrating her leadership, innovation, and impact in advancing the supply chain industry.

We are proud to have Beto as part of the Russell-Kroese Partners team where his expertise in Mexico freight, cross-border trade, USMCA, and rail and truck logistics helps clients navigate and grow in today’s competitive logistics landscape.

We’re thrilled to spotlight Samantha Galltin, Senior Consultant at Russell-Kroese Partners.  She is a dynamic leader helping our port and logistics partners stay ahead in a fast-moving freight environment.

When I started working in the rail industry, one of the first things I bought was a railroad dictionary. That may sound odd, but I approached learning “rail” like learning a foreign language. I knew I needed to prioritize key words and phrases—the basics—and build from there.

Over nearly 24 years working at one of the Class I railroads in various commercial roles, I saw what worked—and what didn’t—when it came to negotiating with railroads. My job, of course, was to make customers believe we wouldn’t negotiate. But here’s the truth…

Said to me by a former industry peer in an executive brainstorming session. That statement resonated as one of the industry's biggest challenges over the last 20 years. The Benefits of Rail are undeniable. Connecting customers, developers and communities to freight rail can be a real challenge but is worth the effort. Keep reading for four keys to implement rail into your network.

Russell-Kroese Partners (RKP) is a new logistics consulting firm specializing in rail, trucking, and sustainability. Founded by industry veterans Rob Russell and Shawntell Kroese, RKP helps businesses optimize supply chains, develop transportation strategies, and implement sustainable logistics solutions. Learn how RKP bridges the gap between opportunity and execution.

As supply chains evolve and businesses seek more efficient, sustainable transportation solutions, rail-served real estate is becoming a crucial asset for companies looking to optimize logistics, reduce costs, and improve infrastructure.