The following pages will introduce you to IAM’s volunteer leadership candidates and the industry veterans who will be inducted into the Hall of Honor during the Annual Meeting. Please familiarize yourself with their names and accomplishments, and join us in thanking them for their service to the industry and the association.

We hope you are anticipating the Annual Meeting as much as we are, and we look forward to seeing you there!

Meet the Executive Committee Candidates Premier Membership

John Burrows, President, DeWitt Move Worldwide

Running for: Chair (incumbent)

As we approach the 62nd IAM Annual Meeting at the Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas, I am excited to announce my candidacy for re-election as the Chair of the IAM Executive Board. I have been an active and committed member of IAM since the late 90s, serving on various committees and eventually becoming a board member in 2014. This year’s theme, “All In,” perfectly captures my dedication and commitment to our association. With over 30 years of dedicated service in the moving industry, I believe I possess the experience, vision, and passion necessary to continue leading our association into a prosperous future.

Since last year, the DoD Global Household Goods Contract has started and will continue to change the DoD business as we know it today. This will ultimately impact not just the DoD business but will very likely cause a shift in the non-DoD business as a side effect.

Throughout my career, I have been actively involved at the agency and TSP level in all aspects of household goods moving. I know how challenging these adjustments will be, and we, as an industry, have always found ways to navigate such changes. We will continue this journey and adapt both in the DoD area and in other markets of the moving industry. I look forward to serving alongside the industry and IAM with Brian Limperopulos for another year to work through these industry changes.

I have had significant exposure to all aspects and markets of the moving business, including DoD, DPM, GSA, Non-Government agencies, Move Management, Corporate clients, and relocating individuals. This knowledge serves as a strong foundation for strengthening IAM’s membership and addressing the association’s evolving needs in the future.

Beyond DeWitt Guam and DeWitt Companies Limited, The DeWitt Companies family of businesses includes Royal Hawaiian Movers, Royal Alaskan Movers, and Approved Freight for Hawaii, Guam, Alaska, and Puerto Rico.

IAM is at a crucial juncture with changes that have started and are scheduled to continue over the next year, and I am eager to lead our association into a vibrant and successful future. I humbly ask for your support and vote in the upcoming election. Together, we can embrace the “All In” spirit and ensure IAM’s continued success.

Lakelan Fennell, Vice President of GSA, Suddath Government Services

Running for: Member at Large (incumbent) 

Lakelan Fennell currently serves on several committees at ATA and at IAM. In addition to being an incumbent Member at Large of the IAM Executive Committee, he is a past Vice Chair of the IAM Domestic Asset Based (DAB) Mover Group, and a member of IAM’s Government Congressional and Regulatory (GC&R), Budget and Finance, and Tenders and Tariffs committees.

After serving almost thirty years at a multi-location van line agent in virtually every capacity from the warehouse to GM to VP, Lakelan continued his career at Suddath Government Services (SGS) in Network Development and was promoted to Vice President of GSA for Suddath Government Services.  

This role allows him to utilize his career skills in management, contract negotiation, marketing, accounting, and other areas to lead a team of culture-driven professionals who are highly motivated and goal-oriented.

Lakelan says, “It has been an honor to serve on the IAM Executive Committee, and on behalf of the membership, to help guide our association through these challenging market conditions. Growing IAM’s footprint in the industry benefits all members and if given the opportunity again, I will continue to do my best to represent the amazing group of moving professionals that make up IAM and support and promote what is most important to them as we move forward together.”

Stephan Geurts Jr., Director, Govlog, N.V.

Running for: Vice Chair (incumbent) 

Stephan Geurts Jr. grew up in northern Belgium. In 1996, Gosselin World Wide Moving NV gave him the opportunity to spend his summer vacation on a three-month training program with a customer in the southeastern United States. This enabled him to hone his packing, warehousing and administrative skills.

After graduating from college in 1997, he pursued more in-depth training on the West Coast, where he focused for the next year and a half on military household goods shipping. After returning to Europe he spent six months with a Bremerhaven port agent before settling at Gosselin headquarters in Antwerp, handling DoD personal effects shipments and U.S. Department of State (DoS) business through contracts and tenders.

In 2007, as Gosselin shifted its focus from U.S. government contracting business to logistics and corporate business, Geurts and three colleagues established Government Logistics, whose main focus is serving the U.S. government, providing services for the U.S. Department of Defense and U.S. Department of State throughout Europe.

Geurts served on the IAM Executive Committee from 2006 to 2010 as chairman of the YP-35 (now IAM-YP). During his tenure, the YP-35 membership grew to 200 members. He currently chairs the Accessorial Services Committee.

“In my years on the board I have seen what this Association has accomplished for its membership,” says Geurts, “and I would very much like to continue my service and participate in the many more ventures and challenges to come. Since our Association remains greatly focused on the U.S. Government business, I bring added value to the board as an overseas agent handling all aspects of the DoD and DoS business, which continues to remain a challenging and evolving segment of the international market.” 

Adam Hall, Senior Vice President, International Division, Coleman WorldWide Moving

Running for: Member at Large (incumbent)

Adam Hall is responsible for many parts of the organization. He manages the international TSP, as well as Capstone Logistics, responsible for moving all of the international shipments. He also moves the Code 2/D and crate and freight shipments for the Domestic division. In addition, he maintains the relationships with the international partner agents and helps foster and grow the relationships with the ocean carriers Coleman uses to move shipments around the world.

Hall manages Coleman’s three port operations and maintains strong working relations with the other port agents the company uses. The divisions that manage U.S. Department of State moves and commercial and COD shipments to and from Hawaii also fall under his control. He is the Chairman of the Board of Directors for the International Shippers Association, as well as a current member of the Executive Committee of IAM.

Susan Staszewski, President, International Division, National Van Lines

Running for: Member at Large (incumbent)

Susan Staszewski began her career at National in 1989 as a Domestic Military Dispatcher while completing her business degree in night school. Over the next decade, she advanced to Operations Manager and then Office Manager, where she oversaw billing and accounting. In 2001, Susan transitioned to the International Division as the Managing Director.

Over the past 25 years, Susan has built an exceptional team, transforming the International Division into a multi-million-dollar revenue generator for the organization. Her extensive experience and strong leadership skills have driven the growth and development of the division, which now operates independently as a separate profit center.

As the current President of the International Division, Susan is responsible for all aspects of the business. Her duties include analyzing and filing international DOD and GSA rates, managing commercial rate processes, cultivating new service providers, and addressing billing and accounting issues between the international division and the parent company. She also maintains semi-annual and quarterly reports for GSA, oversees the Ocean Cargo policy and reporting, and participates in USTRANSCOM’s DP3 program, focusing on operations, reporting, and continuous education. 

Susan’s industry experience includes maintaining relationships with domestic and foreign business partners, USTRANSCOM, the General Services Administration, and the Department of State, including U.S. embassies and consulates. She has previously served on AMSA’s International Committee and IAM’s Government Traffic Sub-Committee. Currently, she is a Member-At-Large on the Executive Committee and chairs the Claims and Risk Management Committee.

Erin O'Connor, Vice President, Dice Forwarding Inc.

Running for: Member-at-Large

Erin O’Connor is the Vice President of Dice Forwarding and Dice Van Lines. She looks to bring a fresh perspective and a dynamic approach to the role of Member-at-Large on the International Association of Movers (IAM) Executive Committee. Erin shares, “I am honored to be considered for this position. I look forward to the chance to support IAM’s leadership and collaborate on furthering our industry’s goals and standards.”

Erin graduated from Temple University in 2009 with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing. From 2010 to 2015, Erin honed her skills at Twin Oaks Moving, learning the intricacies of the moving industry under the guidance of Mike and John O’Connor, who together bring 90 years of industry experience. During this time, Erin gained invaluable experience in marketing, customer service, operations coordination, leadership and management in the family-owned business. In 2015, Erin advanced to a new challenge as Operations Manager of Dice Forwarding, an international and domestic Transportation Service Provider. In this position, she was responsible for managing the staff and all their duties including bookings, accounting, claims, logistics management, customer satisfaction and negotiating agent compensation.

During her first year at Dice, Erin designed and implemented a proprietary ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system as the cornerstone of the company’s operations. The system features customized end-to-end automation of communications, data transfers and logistic updates. This robust program has allowed Dice’s experienced staff to dedicate more time to partner collaboration and customer satisfaction. Erin continually improves the ERP system to ensure that transactions and data transfers are safer, faster, and more reliable. Her commitment to building a solid foundation has not only boosted staff retention and loyalty but also strengthened partner relations and driven year-over-year revenue growth.

In 2020, Erin was appointed Vice President of Dice Forwarding and Dice Van Lines. This promotion recognized her commitment to, and knowledge of, the international moving industry. The position brought added responsibilities of all rate filing activities, including budget planning and solicitation bidding. Erin also enjoys building relationships with Dice’s valued partners. She skillfully assumed these new responsibilities and has continued to strengthen and grow the business.

Committed to promoting industry stability and growth, Erin is enthusiastic about contributing and supporting the IAM community through the IAM Executive Committee as a Member-at-Large.

Meet the Executive Committee Candidates CoreMembership

Boris Populoh, Senior Vice President, UNIRISC

Running for: Core Members Representative (incumbent)

Boris Populoh, who currently serves as IAM Core Members Representative, brings more than two decades of experience and broad-based knowledge of the international household goods moving and relocation industry.

Populoh began his career in the early 1990s as a driver and operations manager for a regional relocation company in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region. Within a few years, he was instrumental in launching and implementing the National Moving and Storage Association’s Registered International Mover (RIM) Program, the industry’s first quality assurance program. After leading and growing the program for more than five years as the vice president of international affairs at the American Moving and Storage Association, he joined IAM (then HHGFAA) as director of programs and education.

At IAM, Populoh launched and led a number of transportation security and technology initiatives aimed at strengthening the household goods industry’s position in a rapidly changing and increasingly challenging global environment. Among the major initiatives that were launched during his tenure at IAM were the drafting and implementation of the Receivable Protection Program and the initiation of an industry-wide numeric code codification standard under the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and International Standards Organization.

Late 2008, Populoh was named managing director of FIDI and moved his family to Belgium, where he continued to champion the industry’s efforts aimed at service quality standardization through FIDI’s flagship FAIM program. He also furthered his knowledge of and experience with international relocation standards and policies.

In 2011, after the Populoh family returned to the U.S., he was named senior vice president at the Willis Relocation Risk Group. He continues his passionate support of IAM and its members by serving on the IAM Executive Committee, the Core Members Management Board, the IAM Ethics Council, the Technology and Communications Committee, and the Budget and Finance Committee.

Ben Scheiner, Managing Director, Global Relocations Ltd.

Running for: Non-U.S. Core Member Representative (incumbent)

Ben Scheiner is a seasoned industry veteran with over 25 years of experience in the relocation sector. Having worked across numerous removal companies, he possesses an in-depth understanding of the industry’s intricacies. His hands-on approach, including active participation in surveying, pre- and post-sales as well as container loading, demonstrates his comprehensive grasp of operations.

With a distinguished career managing global relocations for high-profile clientele such as professional athletes, musicians, diplomats, and C-suite executives of Fortune 500 companies, Scheiner’s expertise is unparalleled. His entrepreneurial spirit led to the founding of Global Relocations Ltd. in 2006, a company that has flourished under his leadership.

Global Relocations has established itself as one of the leading relocation firms in the UK, renowned for its exceptional service and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction. The company’s robust network of international agents facilitates seamless moves into and out of the UK.

A dedicated member of the IAM community since 2006, Scheiner is a passionate advocate for industry advancement. His involvement in the IAM-YP organization, culminating in his role as European representative on the IAM-YP Management Board (between 2015–16), underscores his commitment to fostering industry growth. He was elected to serve on the Executive Committee in 2016 and has served on the CMMB as well as the Ethic Council. As he seeks re-election as the Non-U.S. Core Member Representative, Scheiner aims to continue to promote industry excellence and harmonization to enhance a more customer-centric future.

Catherina Stier, Key Account Manager – Partner Relationship, Henri Harsch, Switzerland

Running for: Core Member Representative-At Large (incumbent)

Catherina Stier has worked in the moving industry since 2006. She is responsible for partner relationships, new partner development, pricing, RFP response management and support of the operational team. Stier also manages corporate account business development in the German section of Switzerland. Driven to be active in all aspects of the industry, she has traveled around the world, strengthening relationships with companies and individuals while gaining a deep understanding of the issues that affect industry leaders.

Catherina is also involved in several ESG committees in the industry, contributing to the companies’ sustainability journey.

As the Core Member Representative at Large, Stier has taken an active leadership role in several committees working to ensure that membership interests are fully represented.

She restructured the Core Members meeting format at the Annual Meeting, moving away from a traditional session setting toward a series interactive meeting solutions with networking opportunities that encourage participants to talk and share their thoughts, questions and best practices. During the 2023 meeting in Toronto, we had round table discussions with eight topics to choose from including Gen Z, Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability and Education, and more.

Throughout the year, the CMMB brings awareness to the regions about IAM programs and assigns regional representatives to contribute to the Portal magazine on leading topics, hosts webinars, and assists with IAM’s Country Guides.

As chair of the Membership Restructuring Committee, Stier guided the committee on developing the new IAM membership structure. The committee ultimately produced and implemented a structure which gives the membership multiple levels of engagement, more benefits for each level of membership, and lower costs of membership for branches of existing members. Stier also took the lead on the Volunteer Engagement Taskforce. The taskforce was established to strengthen to the association’s governance function by increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of volunteer leaders. Under her lead, the taskforce has thus far improved recruitment practices, implemented a volunteer onboarding process, redefined volunteer practices and procedures, and implemented a volunteer recognition program.

As part of her wider role within IAM, Stier has represented the association at other industry meetings such as IMA and FIDI, integrating cross-association cooperation with a personal passion for environmental awareness.

In 2021, Stier was the first recipient of the new IAM-YP Rising Star Award. The Rising Star Award recognizes an IAM-YP member who embodies the mission of the IAM Young Professional community and has distinguished themselves through a commitment to professional development, networking with the young professional community, and engaging in philanthropic activities impacting the global moving and mobility industry.

Ido Barner, Group Director-VP Group Operations, AGS Thailand

Running for: Non-U.S. Core Member Representative (incumbent)

Ido is the Vice President of Group Operations for AGS International Movers, a subsidiary of the Mobilitas group. He is an experienced senior executive with a career spanning over 15 years in the international removals industry. He has served in various executive roles in sales, operations, finance and network development. 

At Mobilitas, Ido is responsible for all operational activity in Asia with complete P&L accountability and is in charge of partner relations, training, quality and supply chain across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean. 

Under Ido’s leadership, the company has realized significant growth and improvements in network quality. His focus on optimization of sales processes and operational efficiencies has resulted in significant bottom-line growth.

Ido serves on the Board of Directors for Mobilitas. In 2024, Ido joined the Omni Board and serves as Director. He has lived in France, Israel, South Africa and Thailand. He holds a Master’s Degree in Law and Economics from Panthéon Assas University in Paris, France and is fluent in French, English and Hebrew.

Nezar Uys, CEO, Levine Namtrans Movers (Pty) Ltd.

Running for: Non-U.S. Core Member Representative

Nezar Uys hails from a lineage of three generations in Africa’s transport and logistics industry, bringing a wealth of experience—especially in problem-solving, strategy, and operational solutions. Growing up in a family deeply involved in various aspects of transport, his passion for the field was ignited early in life. Raised in Namibia, a land of golden opportunities for the African continent, particularly for its landlocked neighbors, Nezar matriculated in Swellendam, South Africa, and then pursued his studies at Stellenbosch.

In his second year, he specialized in Transport, allowing him to connect theory with practice. Nezar began his career at FP du Toit Transport (Pty) Ltd, a large family-owned business operating across all modes of transport in Southern Africa, while continuing his studies part-time at the University of Johannesburg. He qualified in Road Transport: Freight and Passengers, Air Transport: Cargo and Passengers, and Maritime. As his career progressed, his natural leadership abilities became increasingly apparent, leading him to obtain an MBL (Master’s in Business Leadership) from the University of South Africa’s Business School.

Nezar started his formal career in the relocation business with Levine Namtrans Movers in Windhoek, Namibia, a month before the COVID-19 lockdown. In response to the unique challenges of the time, he devised innovative strategies to diversify Namtrans' operations beyond the relocation market. His focus was on increasing volumes and revitalizing the business. As restrictions eased, both local and international business rebounded, and today, Nezar proudly states that the company is profitable with a solid strategy for pursuing the international market. The burgeoning oil and gas sector in Namibia presents endless opportunities, and Namtrans, as a member of IAM, is helping open the world to Namibia.

As a Board of Directors member for the Namibian Logistics Association and other industry groups, Nezar is well-versed in current affairs and boasts an extensive network in Africa and globally across road transport, logistics, aviation, and legal services. IAM offers a platform for Nezar to engage with a global network, an environment he thrives in and is eager to expand further. He understands the responsibilities of his representative role and is committed to providing more solutions than unresolved issues. Nezar believes that sustainable solutions in every decision not only address immediate concerns but also set new industry standards.

“The industry faces many challenges today, from global warming to political issues. Everything is interconnected through logistical networks—air, sea, rail, and road—each mode impacting the others. Sustainable solutions require proactive involvement from all industry parties to ensure success,” says Nezar.

“It would be a tremendous honor for me to serve on the Core Executive Committee of IAM. My priority would be to improve memberships, offer sustainable solutions, and enhance the IAM network by improving logistical networks worldwide.”