Ascent Executive and Leadership Team

Paramjit Kaur, the Founder & Chief Executive Officer at Ascent, directs the overarching corporate strategy and long-term vision for this global logistics provider. By prioritizing time-critical transportation solutions, Kaur ensures the organization maintains a competitive edge within the expedited freight sector. The Founder & Chief Executive Officer oversees the alignment of internal ground fleets with the proprietary PEAK freight marketplace to maximize capacity and transparency for customers. Through consistent focus on operational excellence, Paramjit Kaur drives the expansion of service offerings, including air charter and managed transportation. This leadership role involves constant engagement with the Board to refine market positioning and ensure sustainable growth across North American and international markets. By fostering a culture of top-tier service, the executive secures the company's reputation as a premier partner for complex logistics needs, ultimately maintaining high satisfaction levels across the entire client base.

Raimar Schmitt, the Chief Operating Officer at Ascent, manages the daily execution of expedited logistics and direct transportation services. Overseeing the integration of the carrier network with the PEAK freight marketplace, the Chief Operating Officer ensures seamless movement of goods across diverse supply chains. Raimar Schmitt optimizes internal ground fleet utilization to meet time-sensitive customer demands while maintaining rigorous service standards. This role requires constant coordination with regional logistics teams to streamline less-than-truckload and truckload operations. By refining operational workflows, the executive enhances efficiency and reduces transit times for global forwarding clients. The Chief Operating Officer also monitors performance metrics to ensure the company meets complex logistics requirements with precision. Through strategic oversight of transportation assets, Schmitt supports the broader mission of providing reliable, transparent, and scalable freight solutions to a wide range of industrial partners throughout the global marketplace.

John Heaney, the President, JET Airlines (USA) at Ascent, directs all aviation-related logistics and air charter operations. Overseeing the specialized air freight division, the President, JET Airlines (USA) ensures the timely delivery of critical shipments across the extensive airline network. John Heaney manages the strategic deployment of air assets to support the company's broader expedited transportation services, providing essential capacity for time-sensitive cargo. This role involves maintaining strict regulatory compliance and operational safety standards while coordinating with ground logistics teams to provide end-to-end supply chain solutions. By optimizing flight schedules and cargo handling processes, the executive enhances the reliability of the company's air forwarding capabilities. Heaney focuses on expanding the reach of aviation services to meet the evolving needs of global customers. Through precise management of air operations, the executive contributes significantly to the overall efficiency and service quality of the organization's diverse logistics portfolio.

Anthony DeCanti, the Chief Technology Officer & Senior VP at Ascent, architects the digital infrastructure powering the PEAK freight marketplace. By developing robust software solutions, the Chief Technology Officer & Senior VP enables transparent pricing and real-time capacity management for the entire carrier network. Anthony DeCanti leads the engineering teams responsible for integrating advanced logistics tools into the company's core service offerings, including air charter and managed transportation. This leadership role involves continuous innovation to improve data visibility and user experience for customers navigating complex supply chain challenges. By leveraging cutting-edge technology, the executive ensures the digital platform remains a primary differentiator in the competitive freight industry. DeCanti collaborates with other C-suite leaders to align technical capabilities with business growth objectives, ultimately driving digital transformation across all operational segments to maintain the company's position as a leader in modern logistics technology.