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MRO Europe

Connect with AIT’s aerospace logistics experts to discuss comprehensive solutions for aircraft engine transportation, AOG shipments, parts replenishment, airframe teardown support, and other time-critical aviation supply chain needs.

LogiPharma USA

Meet AIT’s life sciences experts for secure, high-quality cold chain solutions built for pharma, biotech and medtech.

G2E

Meet AIT’s gaming and hospitality logistics experts to discuss secure, flexible supply chain solutions for casino equipment, hospitality projects, retail fixtures and trade show exhibits.

MRO Americas

Connect with AIT’s aerospace logistics experts to explore flexible, value-added services for aircraft parts, maintenance operations and airframe teardowns.

transport logistic

Meet AIT’s logistics experts to discuss customized supply chain solutions for global freight and specialized transportation needs.

Home Delivery World

Stop by the booth and chat with AIT’s specialized home delivery team about our world-class final mile and white glove solutions.

Seatrade Global

Visit with Priano Marchelli, an AIT Worldwide Logistics company, and learn about door-to-deck logistics for ship spares, equipment and supplies, including time-critical deliveries.

Cell & Gene Meeting on the Mesa

Discuss secure logistics support for advanced therapy programs with AIT’s Life Sciences Division. Learn about the team’s patient-centric approach including time- and temperature-sensitive shipments, chain of custody and chain of identity management, and global transportation solutions to fulfill your strict clinical and commercial requirements.

International Workboat Show

Stop by Booth 2962 to explore proven, door-to-deck marine logistics solutions with industry experts from Marinetrans, an AIT Worldwide Logistics company.

Vaughn Moore

Vaughn Moore’s personal philosophy has long shaped his executive leadership style. His belief in the value of humility—hiring smart people, embracing change and giving back with time, talent or treasure—has laid the groundwork for his career as a communicator, innovator and leader. It’s also helped set the bar for AIT’s professionalism and continued success as a company.@Throughout his more than two decades at AIT, he’s guided exponential growth with strong thought leadership and strategic foresight, first as vice president of sales and marketing (2002–2010), then as president and CEO (2010–2022) and now as chairman and CEO. @Vaughn led the company’s leveraged buyout in 2012 and continues to spearhead its continuously expansive journey, pushing AIT to take on challenges with an eye toward flexibility and customization that define its world-class supply chain solutions.@@ @With an unwavering commitment to growth and excellence, Vaughn has guided the organization into more sustainable operations, including specialized expertise for industries as diverse as high-tech, specialized home delivery and life sciences. His forward thinking and ambassadorship have established AIT as a freight forwarder that consistently evolves to meet the needs of customers around the world. @@In addition to serving on the boards for KB Partners, Rothschild Wealth Partners and TIDL, Vaughn is President of Medinah Country Club. He has also earned numerous professional accolades, including Ernst @ Young’s Entrepreneur of the Year Award (2023), the Airforwarders Association’s Jim Foster Memorial Award (2024) for individuals who have made a significant contribution to the industry, and a coveted spot on Crain's Who's Who in Chicago Business list (2024-2026).@"We push ourselves when we hire people better than ourselves. I’ve made a career out of it, and it has worked extraordinarily well. If we can fill up our company with that type of philosophy, then I think we can accomplish even more amazing things."Vaughn is a champion of social action and devotes time to the American Cancer Society (ACS), the Center for Enriched Living and the Western Golf Association Evans Scholars Foundation. ACS recognized him as the leadership honoree at the 2022 Discovery Ball and again in 2025 with its esteemed St. George National Award, the organization's highest honor for volunteers. He also serves as vice chair of the Rams Club at his beloved alma mater, The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, which honored him in 2025 with the Distinguished Alumnus Award for his outstanding contributions to the university and society.@He received his MBA from The Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University and makes his home in the Chicago area. When he’s not at AIT’s global headquarters or traveling around the world for work, Vaughn can be found spending quality time with his family or holding his own on Medinah’s famous Course #3.

Mike Tegtmeyer

Mike is taking AIT to the next level in the worldwide management of its technology infrastructure and hardware platforms. He joined the company in 2019 as vice president, global infrastructure and security, bringing nearly three decades of operations, systems architecture and data security experience to the role. Over the next five years, he effectively streamlined the organization@s global network and telecommunications and also strengthened its disaster recovery program. @ In 2024, he was promoted to executive vice president, global infrastructure and security. In this role, he has been augmenting security across AIT@s networks worldwide while enhancing its global infrastructure strategy. Mike has been instrumental in streamlining and integrating cloud-based systems, further enabling growth via acquisitions and enhancing the scalability that customers rely on from a global-security perspective. In addition to securing firmwide data, he is responsible for server maintenance, telecommunications, networking and end-user support.@ Mike is committed to growing the company@s infrastructure strategy by leading the deployment of a modern, high-quality cloud-based system, which empowers teammates around the world to deliver exceptional logistics solutions.@ @ @Strict data security and a high-performing global network are key components to delivering a world-class experience for AIT@s customers.@ In 2024, Mike received a ChicagoCISO ORBIE nomination in recognition of his excellence in technology leadership. @ He actively supports the American Cancer Society and the Red Cross, and he serves as president of the Fox Lake Preservation Organization, dedicated to improving the quality and fishery of his favorite body of water. @ Mike earned his bachelor@s in electrical engineering from the University of Illinois. He@s a proud father and grandfather, an avid fisherman, and a bowler who@s been rolling with the same team for more than 30 years.@ He was born and raised in Illinois and lives in the Chicago area with his family.

Mike Rothacher

In his role as executive vice president, road, Mike leads the AIT Truckload Solutions and Middle Mile Network groups. He brings both teams together collaboratively to improve service and efficiency for customers. With a passion for customer service and a strategic approach to daily improvement, Mike streamlines AIT@s road operations teams to deliver the absolute best with every shipment. He joined AIT in 2012 as senior director of sales, central region. Mike was promoted to vice president, strategic accounts in 2014, then executive vice president in 2021. His proudest achievements over a decade-plus career at AIT include the launches of the life sciences and healthcare verticals. Under his guidance, AIT Truckload Solutions@ revenue doubled in his first two years overseeing the group. @ @I strive to succeed daily and help others to passionately pursue perfection for our clients.@ Mike has a faith-based approach to work and life that fuels his commitment to AIT@s business and clients. He earned his bachelor@s in business administration from the University of Missouri, Kansas City and still lives in the area. He and his wife have three grown children and support multiple local charities, a private school in Kansas City, and five global missionaries. They also finance the education of six young students in Africa, South America and Mexico. @