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Apexloads is a cloud-based freight marketplace that connects cargo owners with transporters to streamline the freight-truck matching process and facilitate faster payments. Apexloads has adopted industry-proven solutions from developed markets (USA), implementing them in Africa and other developing regions. https://apexloads.com/

Charles Thuo was born and raised in Kenya. He came to the United States for school, starting with an associate's degree in general engineering technology from OSU-OKC. He then enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserves and went back to school at OU for his Bachelor's in Aerospace and U.S. Army Engineer school at Ft. Leonard Wood for combat engineering. He has worked in aerospace at Cessna in Wichita and Boeing defense in Midwest City. Charles came with Apexloads after comparing logistics operations in Africa and the United States.

Charles will be pitching Apexloads at the September 13th, 2023 OVF luncheon. Register now to attend or to watch via Zoom at https://ovf.org/event-5367030

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