Meet Sharifah Reese – Founder & CEO
Sharifah Reese is the visionary Founder and CEO of Smart Logistics Pros, LLC, a certified Woman-Owned and Minority-Owned Freight Brokerage based in Dallas, Texas. With over 26 years of experience in property management and a decade in logistics, she has transformed her passion for logistics into a thriving business known for delivering efficient Logistics Solutions nationwide.
Media & Achievements
Featured in Logistics Today Magazine (2023): Recognized as a trailblazing woman in logistics.
Guest Speaker at the National Women’s Business Conference (2022): Shared insights on leadership and entrepreneurship.
Interviewed by Supply Chain Innovators Podcast (2021): Discussed the challenges and opportunities in freight brokerage.
Certified by WBENC and NMSDC: Committed to supplier diversity and economic inclusion.
Early Career and Transition to Logistics
Sharifah began her career in property management, overseeing over 250 properties across the United States. Her leadership in managing large-scale projects, including a $3 million redevelopment in Durham, NC, introduced her to logistics coordination, where she discovered her passion for the industry.
Founding Smart Logistics Pros
Smart Logistics Pros, LLC is a Dallas-based, certified minority- and woman-owned freight brokerage specializing in Full Truckload (FTL), Less-Than-Truckload (LTL), Expedited Freight, and Intermodal Logistics. As an FMCSA-licensed and bonded brokerage, Smart Logistics Pros is committed to delivering high-performance transportation solutions across commercial, government, and nonprofit sectors.
Why Sharifah Reese Stands Out
Certified minority- and woman-owned business leader
Advocate for supplier diversity and economic inclusion
Committed to excellence, integrity, and customer satisfaction
Leadership Approach and Vision
Sharifah believes in empowering businesses with reliable logistics solutions. Her leadership is rooted in integrity, transparency, and a commitment to customer satisfaction. Through Smart Logistics Pros, she aims to create opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs in the logistics industry.
Industry Recognition and Certifications
Certified by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)
Licensed and bonded by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA)
Recognized by the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)
Community Involvement and Mentorship
Beyond her role at Smart Logistics Pros, Sharifah is an advocate for economic empowerment and mentorship. She actively supports aspiring entrepreneurs, particularly minority and women-owned businesses, offering guidance on navigating the logistics industry.
Leadership Philosophy
“At Smart Logistics Pros, we believe in empowering businesses with reliable logistics solutions. Our commitment to excellence and integrity drives everything we do.” – Sharifah Reese
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