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Penske Proudly Supports Wreaths Across America to Honor and Remember Veterans

At Penske, we are committed to making a meaningful difference in the communities we serve, and this year, we are proud to support Wreaths Across America (WAA). Our corporate sponsorship will help ensure that more than 258,000 wreath boxes are delivered to over 4,600 locations across the United States, each containing live, balsam wreaths that honor the service and sacrifice of our nation’s veterans.

Wreaths Across America, a nonprofit organization founded in 1992, began with a single act of gratitude and has grown into a nationwide movement. Its mission is simple, yet powerful: remember the fallen, honor those who serve, and teach future generations the value of freedom. Each December, National Wreaths Across America Day brings together millions of volunteers to place remembrance wreaths on veterans’ graves at military cemeteries, memorials, and historic sites.

This year, the event took place on Saturday, December 14, 2024, when over three million wreaths were placed to ensure no veteran was forgotten. Penske was honored to support this initiative, with our associates and their families volunteering in local wreath-laying ceremonies. By remembering, honoring, and teaching, we paid tribute to the sacrifices of our veterans, reflecting our dedication to those who have served and ensuring their stories inspire future generations to value and protect the freedoms they defended.

Pictured above: Penske associate George Stefanik paid a heartfelt tribute to his late father and uncle, at Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Lebanon, PA, where he placed a wreath during the ceremony. “It’s always a humbling experience to visit here, but this event was especially meaningful,” Stefanik shared. “I’m honored to work for a company that truly values and supports our veterans and service members.”

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Delivering the Drinks: Streamlining Beverage Transportation with Kristina Bernarducci

Kristina Bernarducci and Joe Lynch discuss delivering the drinks: streamlining beverage transportation. Kristina is the Director of Operations at Bettaway, a privately held, family-owned Supply Chain Services company headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey. Kristina and the Bettaway team are big supporters of Wreaths Across America. 

About Kristina Bernarducci

Kristina Bernarducci isn’t just building partnerships—she’s building community. As Director of Operations at Bettaway and Director of Business Development at PalletTrader, Kristina brings energy, creativity, and a drive for results to the world of logistics and supply chain. Her approach blends data-driven strategy with a human touch, helping companies solve complex problems while creating space for collaboration. With over a decade of experience in operations, Kristina is known for turning opportunities into long-term growth. She’s led high-impact initiatives, scaled client relationships, and helped new brands get their product to market. Kristina is a passionate philanthropist and channels her influence into causes that matter. She plays an active role in campaigns like Wreaths Across America and supports initiatives for organizations such as WeMake, which empowers adults with autism through creativity and inclusion. Whether she’s hosting charity golf tournaments or hosting Rutgers University Supply Chain students with a tour of the manufacturing facility, Kristina believes business should always be a force for good.

About Bettaway

Bettaway is a privately held, family-owned Supply Chain Services company headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey. Founded in 1981, Bettaway has evolved from a local beverage distributor into a comprehensive logistics provider. The company operates five distinct entities that collaborate to deliver end-to-end supply chain services:

  • Bettaway Traffic Systems, Inc.: Provides third-party logistics (3PL) services, offering clients a complete managed services solution.
  • Bettaway Pallet Systems, Inc.: Offers national pallet management services, acting as a single source for pallet supply, retrieval, and tracking.
  • Bettaway Beverage Distributors, Inc.: Operates a modern, technologically advanced fleet of 150 tractors and 900 food grade dry vans, providing dependable support to logistics and pallet divisions.
  • Bettaway West, Inc.: Expands the company’s reach with assets and an office in Buena Park, California.
  • BevDS: equipped to handle e-commerce fulfillment, variety packing, and distribution services.

Committed to community engagement, Bettaway supports various organizations, including the Douglas Developmental Disabilities Center, Rutgers University Center for Adults with Autism and Wreaths Across America.

About Wreaths Across America

Wreaths Across America is an American nonprofit organization established in 2007 by wreath producer Morrill Worcester, assisted by veterans and truckers. Its primary activity is distributing Veteran’s wreaths for placement on graves in military cemeteries. In December 2008, the United States Senate agreed to a resolution that designated December 13, 2008, as Wreaths Across America Day. Subsequent National Wreaths Across America Days have been designated on the second or third Saturday of December. What began in 1992 with a trailer load of wreaths, decorated by volunteers and laid at the graves of fallen soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery has now become a national organization with over 3,700 participating locations – all focused on the mission to REMEMBER the fallen; HONOR those who serve; TEACH our children the value of freedom.

Key Takeaways: Delivering the Drinks: Streamlining Beverage Transportation

  • Kristina Bernarducci and Joe Lynch discuss delivering the drinks: streamlining beverage transportation.
  • Kristina is the Director of Operations at Bettaway, a privately held, family-owned Supply Chain Services company headquartered in South Plainfield, New Jersey. Here are some challenges that Bettaway faces in streamlining beverage transportation:
  • A Legacy Built on Beverage Expertise: For decades, Bettaway has been a leading force in transportation and logistics, carving out a specialized niche within the intricate world of the beverage supply chain.
  • Strategic Partnership with Arizona Ice Tea: Bettaway’s long-standing and crucial partnership with Arizona Ice Tea underscores their ability to handle the high-volume and specific logistical needs of a major beverage producer.
  • End-to-End Solutions Tailored for Beverage: From managing vast inventories to ensuring timely distribution, Bettaway provides comprehensive logistics solutions that are specifically designed to support the unique demands of the beverage industry, as evidenced by their work with Arizona Ice Tea.
  • Driving Efficiency Through Innovation: By employing advanced technology and data-driven insights, Bettaway optimizes transportation routes and streamlines warehouse operations, ensuring cost-effective and efficient delivery of products like Arizona Ice Tea.
  • Unwavering Commitment to Quality and Compliance: Understanding the importance of product integrity, Bettaway maintains rigorous quality control and adheres to all necessary regulations, safeguarding the consistent quality of beverages like Arizona Ice Tea throughout the supply chain.
  • Extensive North American Reach: Bettaway’s robust network across North America provides the scale and flexibility required to effectively distribute high-demand beverages like Arizona Ice Tea to a wide range of markets.
  • More Than a Vendor, a Strategic Ally: Bettaway operates as a true partner, working closely with clients like Arizona Ice Tea to understand their evolving needs and provide customized logistics strategies that contribute to their continued success.
  • Wreaths Across America is an American nonprofit organization established in 2007 by wreath producer Morrill Worcester, assisted by veterans and truckers. Its primary activity is distributing Veteran’s wreaths for placement on graves in military cemeteries.

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My 4 Month Review of Schuster

This is a 4 month review and I’ll update as time goes. 4 months isn’t a very long time, so any experiences are subject to change, but here’s my review at this point.

Overview of company:
Predominantly reefer company out of Le Mars, Iowa that’s the main carrier for Blue Bunny ice cream. Also have lots of freight that come from Tyson plants in the northern Nebraska and western Iowa locations such as Storm Lake, IA and Council Bluffs, IA. Also the primary carrier for pulling…

My 4 Month Review of Schuster

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Penske Logistics Repeats with U.S. EPA SmartWay High Performer Designation

Penske Logistics has been highlighted as a 2024 High Performer by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWay program, in the mixed fleet category. The company is a leader in the transportation sustainability space.

As noted by SmartWay, “fewer than 10% of all SmartWay carriers operate fleets efficient enough to make the SmartWay High Performer list for carbon emissions.”

Penske Logistics annually presents efficiency and air quality performance data to the EPA. SmartWay pointed out that companies like Penske consumes less fuel for every mile traveled and for every ton of freight that is transported.

“We are very pleased to once again be recognized by the SmartWay program for our efforts towards being better environmental stewards, and to aid our customers in reaching their clean transportation goals,” stated Ivet Taneva, Penske vice president of environmental affairs.

By “Move Ahead” Staff

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