Supporting your global success
Passport’s diverse international team is dedicated to providing brands and 3PLs with simple, effective solutions to succeed in global commerce.
Expertise from all over the world
The Passport team brings together a wealth of experience from various industries and backgrounds spanning the globe, allowing us to offer localized solutions that resonate with markets worldwide. From customer experience enthusiasts to tech innovators and logistics experts, we’re united by our mission to help brands reach their global potential. Our collaborative remote environment drives us to overcome challenges that come with crossing borders, simplifying the online selling process, and driving growth for direct-to-consumer brands.
Meet Passport’s Leadership Team
Alex Yancher
CEO & Co-Founder
Alex Yancher
CEO & Co-Founder
Alex Yancher is an accomplished entrepreneur and business leader, currently serving as the Co-Founder and CEO of Passport. Prior to founding Passport, Alex held key positions such as Chief Operating Officer at Pantry, where he revolutionized fresh food retail. Alex has also held finance roles at companies like Facebook and Morgan Stanley. He also actively advises and invests in startups, offering strategic guidance and support.
Tony Chen
CTO
Tony Chen
CTO
Tony Chen, a seasoned entrepreneur and tech luminary, navigates the realms of software, hardware, and data. Formerly an Engagement Manager at McKinsey, his strategic counsel shaped Fortune 100 companies. As co-founder of Pantry, he revolutionized fresh food retail. Tony's engineering prowess was honed at Ericsson, Qualcomm, and Intel. Armed with a BS in EECS from UC Berkeley, he's a trailblazer in every venture, fusing business acumen with technological finesse.
Tom Griffin
President
Tom Griffin
President
With over 20 years in ecommerce, Tom Griffin, boasts diverse experience in sales, business development, strategy, and M&A. He held senior roles at Yantra (acquired by Sterling Commerce) and was an early leader at Demandware, contributing to its evolution from a cloud disruptor to market leader, IPO, and acquisition by Salesforce. Tom's extensive industry knowledge has guided multiple organizations to market leadership positions across the ecommerce value chain.
Adam Langston
Chief Commercial Officer
Adam Langston
Chief Commercial Officer
Adam Langston, Chief Commercial Officer at Passport, is a recognized leader in global ecommerce logistics. With 30+ years of experience, he's facilitated the expansion of top U.S. firms into global markets with cost-efficient solutions. Previously CEO of Access Worldwide, he led the company to numerous Inc. 5000 appearances as well as Entrepreneur Magazine Hot 100 recognition. Adam holds a BA in International Business from Brown University.
Kat Sun
VP of Operations
Kat Sun
VP of Operations
As Passport’s first operations hire, Kat Sun has played an integral part in building Passport into what it is today. She set the foundation for functionalities across the company and currently manages Customer Experience, Project & Program Management, Daily & Account Operations, and BizOps teams. Outside of work, you can find her soaking up all NYC has to offer — catching Broadway musicals, trying new restaurants, or enjoying a great book in a park.
Chris Ziomek
VP of Sales
Chris Ziomek
VP of Sales
Chris Ziomek, VP of Sales at Passport, is a veteran entrepreneur and sales leader with 15 years in Tech/SaaS. Known for propelling sales growth and forging impactful partnerships across Apparel, Footwear, Automotive, and Beauty industries, Chris's expertise extends far. A pivotal force at Dailybreak, acquired by Connelly Partners, and later leading the Strategic Accounts team at Promoboxx, Chris boasts successful collaborations with giants like General Motors, New Balance, and L’Oreal.
Taylor Lucas
VP of Finance
Taylor Lucas
VP of Finance
Taylor Lucas, Passport's VP of Finance, is armed with a BBA in Finance from Emory and over 15 years of experience as a finance and strategic leader. Taylor's corporate journey, including 9 years at Qualcomm, spans roles in corporate accounting, supporting QCT and Engineering, and strategic consulting. At ecoATM/Gazelle, Taylor led Global FP&A, drove international expansion, and played a pivotal role in the company's growth.
Thomas Taggart
Head of Global Trade
Thomas Taggart
Head of Global Trade
Thomas Taggart is a cross-border commerce leader with more than 20 years of experience in international shipping and regulatory affairs. As the Head of Global Trade, Thomas helps ecommerce brands go global by simplifying international trade, tax, and product compliance issues. Prior to Passport, he brought international shipping solutions to market through multiple roles in UPS's product development organization.
Luci Lambert
Head of People
Luci Lambert
Head of People
Luci Lambert, a Talent & People leader, brings a decade of expertise in Recruitment & People Operations across logistics, fintech, and travel tech, focusing on Series B-D tech startups. Specializing in building scalable people foundations, she cultivates thriving environments, handling all aspects of the People function, including performance management, workforce planning, total rewards, leadership development, employee engagement, and talent acquisition.
Kelsey Mackendorf
Head of Customer Experience
Kelsey Mackendorf
Head of Customer Experience
Preeti Kashyap
Senior Director of Product Management
Preeti Kashyap
Senior Director of Marketplaces
Preeti Kashyap, a seasoned product leader with 15+ years in cross-border ecommerce, specializes in facilitating global reach for major brands and marketplaces. Formerly in logistics tech, she spearheaded international ecommerce for top retailers like Saks 5th Avenue and JCrew, along with leading programs at eBay and Amazon, including eBay's patented global shipping initiative and Amazon's Global Logistics business. Preeti is a dedicated problem solver with a passion for innovation.
Casey Bright
Senior Director of Marketing
Casey Bright
Senior Director of Marketing
Casey Bright, an accomplished marketing leader with 15+ years of experience, specializes in brand and demand building for B2B and B2C global companies. Proficient in go-to-market, inbound, and demand generation strategy, she collaborates with sales, product, and RevOps teams to fuel revenue growth. Previously at Flock Freight, Casey achieved over 3x acquisition growth. Her diverse experience includes roles at Coyote Logistics, USG, and agency work for brands like John Deere.
Andrew Brown
Senior Director of Customer Growth
Andrew Brown
Senior Director of Customer Growth
Andrew Brown, a seasoned ecommerce professional with 15+ years of expertise, has fueled digital commerce growth. His strategic, operational, and technological acumen has been instrumental in the success of various ecommerce ventures, spanning enterprise and startup realms. While at Deloitte, Andrew spearheaded programs for global clients, launching Walmart ecommerce in Mexico and overseeing David Yurman's operations. As an early member of Flow, he guided the company's acquisition by Global-e.
Ilan Rotenberg
Director of Product Management
Ilan Rotenberg
Director of Product Management
Ilan Rotenberg, a seasoned engineering and product pro, boasts six years in software product management. Fueled by a passion for elevating user experience, Ilan excels in unraveling user problems, fostering product adoption, and streamlining customer flows. Armed with a Master's in Mechanical Engineering from the University of British Columbia, Ilan has left an indelible mark, co-creating products with clients such as Airbus, the United Nations, Toyota, Rhode Beauty, and Clove.
Michelle Decker
Director of Operations
Michelle Decker
Director of Operations
With over four years at Passport, Michelle Decker advanced from Customer Experience Associate to Senior Director of Operations, leveraging her 18+ years of operations experience. As a Central Florida native now based in Oklahoma City, she's a Belhaven University alum with degrees in Leadership and Management. Leading a team of 25, Michelle prioritizes operational excellence, enhancing vendor relationships, and ensuring timely shipments to delight 3PLs and brand partners.
Cameron MacBain
Director, Brand Sales
Cameron MacBain
Director of Brand Sales
Cameron MacBain is the Director of Brand Sales at Passport, having advanced through the sales organization over his 4+ years with the company. Prior to joining Passport, he held sales roles, including Account Executive and SDR, at Envoy and Doughbies. A graduate of the University of San Francisco, Cameron brings extensive experience in building client relationships and driving revenue growth within fast-paced sales environments.
Andre Storm
Director, 3PL Sales
Andre Storm
Director of 3PL Sales
Eugene Iliushechkin
Director of Engineering
Eugene Iliushechkin
Director of Engineering
Eugene Iliushechkin, Director of Engineering, brings 13 years of IT expertise to the table. After graduating as a computer security specialist, Eugene honed his skills at Microsoft and Pantry, and even worked as an assistant professor in computer science. At Passport, Eugene spearheaded the engineering team, fostering versatile experience crucial for training and managing Passport’s growing engineering team. Passionate about global talent, he also pioneered Passport's hiring in LATAM.
Kandace King
Senior Manager, 3PL/Warehouse Success
Kandace King
Manager, 3PL/Warehouse Success
Kandace King, is a client relations expert and pioneer of Passport's 3PL Success Team. In over 3 years, Kandace expanded the program from 10 to an impressive 90 partners. Her dedication reflects Passport's commitment to outstanding support for 3PL partners. Beyond her professional achievements, Kandace adds a fun touch, often organizing company events like scavenger hunts, ensuring a good time for all.
Malcolm Woodbury
Senior Manager, Onboarding & Implementation
Malcolm Woodbury
Sr. Manager, Onboarding & Implementation
Kirill Ivanov
Senior Engineering Manager
Kirill Ivanov
Senior Engineering Manager
Kirill Ivanov is a seasoned Senior Engineering Manager with a decade of experience in IT. He’s dedicated time to guiding individuals in crafting MVPs, one of which garnered a prestigious Product Hunt award. With experience spanning sectors like Travel and Medicine, Kirill's expertise ranges from mobile and desktop development to web applications. At Passport, he leads back-office and ecommerce engineering teams, nurturing talent from software engineers to senior management.
Dmitrii Monastyrenko
Senior Software Engineering Manager
Dmitrii Monastyrenko
Senior Software Engineering Manager
Dmitrii “Dima” Monastyrenko has over ten years of software engineering experience. After graduating as a software & network engineer, Dima spent five years working as a university teacher, focused on mathematical modeling and digital signal processing. For the past five years, Dima has moved up from a software engineer working on integrations to leading the Invoicing & Tracking teams, where he helps provide a better user experience for Passport’s customers.
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“Passport has a culture where we all treat problems as ‘we’ and not ‘you’ or ‘me’. We are making sure we build a future-proof toolkit for every team to be successful for years to come. Passport is also full of brilliant folks that love to share their knowledge and help you grow.”
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