Treasurer – Helene Bunch
Helene retired from The Clorox International Co. in 2005 where she had been an Export Customer Service Team Leader since July 1, 2000 and had been in the International Division since February 1992. In this position, Helene led a team of 5 people that have responsibility for Clorox’s expanding operations in Asia, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa, Europe, Middle East, Russia and Africa, known as the Asia Pacific Division. Helene has 35 years of experience in International business, including management positions at steamship lines prior to joining Clorox. A native of New Orleans, LA, she is a graduate of Soule Business College in New Orleans.
Executive Secretary – Kyra Kindon
Kyra Kindon is the District Sales Manager covering Northern California, Northern Nevada, Colorado and Utah for COSCO Container Lines America, Inc. based in San Francisco. As an innovative, articulate and well respected shipping industry professional, Kyra has been in the international transportation industry for 10 years having worked in various sales capacities for APL Limited, part of the NOL Group, on both the east and west coasts. Her professional experience also includes software sales for EMC Corporation. With her track record of revenue growth, business development accomplishments, proficient sales experience, and extremely strong interpersonal skills, Kyra has received various awards and recognition over the years for her positive impact on company profits. She received her Bachelor of Science degree in Management and International Business from Smeal College of Business, The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA and her Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree from San Francisco State University, San Francisco, CA. Kyra decided to pursue a career in international business after having studied abroad in Sweden and Spain where she developed a love for various cultures and international trade. She enjoys traveling whenever possible. Since 2005 she has been a Women in Logistics member, and she looks forward to taking an active role in Women in Logistics.
Membership Director – EDITH TOCCHINI
Edith Tocchini is the Senior Key Accounts Specialist/ Inside Sales for the San Francisco office of OL USA/ TTS WORLDWIDE, an NVOCC/FF. She has 30 years of experience in the logistics industry that began directly out of high school. While working for a freight forwarder and logistics provider, she earned a BA degree in Liberal Studies from San Francisco State University. Born in the Philippines but raised in Oakland, CA she enjoys the diversity of the international logistics community. She loves spending time and traveling with her family. She is passionate about helping the Filipino community and is a member of the Alameda Island Filipinx. She is excited and honored to be part of the amazing group of women in WIL.
edith.tocchini@ol-usa.com