CIFFA Forwarder Magazine

37 THE FORWARDER | WINTER 2025 Viktoriia Rudyk is a dedicated professional with a passion for growth and excellence, currently serving as Supervisor of Vertical Accounts at DSV Air & Sea Inc. in Montreal. Viktoriia began her career with DSV in 2019 as part of the company’s trainee program, where she gained valuable experience in both the Air Export and Air Import departments in Toronto. She later advanced to the role of Ocean Team Lead before assuming her current position, where she manages the Aerospace and AOG (Aircraft on Ground) teams. Viktoriia has demonstrated her commitment to professional development by achieving the prestigious FIATA diploma and earning DG (Dangerous Goods) certification. In 2023, she was named Young Logistics Professionals Award Winner for the Region Americas. Viktoriia is committed to cultivating strong relationships with clients and stakeholders while actively mentoring others and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. Her dedication to learning and tackling challenges head-on has made her a key driver of operational excellence at DSV. 2025 CIFFA Professional Freight Forwarders KEVIN LAUZER - PFF MEMBER Kevin Lauzer is a seasoned C-suite executive and entrepreneur with over 30 years of leadership in the global mining industry, specializing in supply chain strategy, operational excellence, and digital transformation. Known for his strategic foresight and cost leadership, he has a proven track record of optimizing end-to-end supply chain operations in some of the world’s most challenging environments. A recognized supply chain expert and skilled negotiator, Kevin has led cocmplex procurement strategies across greenfield and brownfield projects, contract management, international logistics (including 3PL and customs brokerage), inventory optimization, and the design of warehouse and distribution networks. He brings deep experience operating in remote, high-risk regions—including Western and Central Africa, South America, the U.S., and the Canadian Arctic—ensuring continuity in geopolitically complex, infrastructure-limited areas. Kevin is a strong advocate for integrating mining technology, leveraging AI, machine learning, and cloud infrastructure to drive cost savings, efficiency, and risk mitigation. He has successfully led digital transformations, ERP implementations, and enterprise technology deployments tailored to the mining sector, aligning advanced tools with productivity and sustainability goals. As a lifelong learner and industry leader, Kevin holds multiple professional designationsand remains at the forefront of mining supply chain innovation through executive education, board certifications, and specialized training. He is also committed to governance and community impact, serving on non-profit boards and contributing to strategic development and best practices. Fluent in English and French, Kevin brings a global perspective, deep technical expertise, and results-driven leadership to mining organizations seeking to remain competitive and future-ready in a dynamic resource sector. Viktoriia Rudyk - PFF Member Your reliable shipping partner. PRINCERUPERT VANCOUVER NEW ORLEANS MOBILE MONTREAL HALIFAX SAINT JOHN DETROIT TORONTO MEMPHIS JACKSON CALGARY EDMONTON WINNIPEG MONCTON PRINCE GEORGE SASKATOON REGINA CHIPPEWA FALLS ARCADIA INDIANAPOLIS CHICAGO JOLIET As a leading transportation provider, we work closely with our valued freight forwarding partners to provide a true competitive advantage - unparalleled reach and cwapacity across North America - to support growth and access new markets. Faster. Seamless. Direct. Intermodal shipping.