Small-Town-Roots



From Small-Town Roots to Global Shipping: The SEACORP American Story

?Growing up, I learned the most important business lessons not in a classroom, but behind the counter of my family's small convenience store. Nestled in a tight-knit community, our business was more than just a place to buy gas or grab a snack—it was a lifeline, a problem-solving hub, and a testament to the power of personal commitment.

?Trust: More Than Just a Transaction

?In our small store, every customer was more than a transaction—they were neighbors, friends, sometimes even family. Trust wasn't a corporate buzzword; it was the currency of our daily interactions. When someone said, "Put it on my tab," it meant something real. That same principle guides today. In global shipping, where containers cross oceans and contracts span continents, our word remains our most valuable asset.

Keeping Promises: From Local to Global

My parents taught me that your reputation is built one promise at a time. Whether it was promising to have a part ready for a local farmer's truck or ensuring a delivery would arrive on time, integrity was non-negotiable. Today, when we commit to a shipping timeline or a complex logistics solution, we carry that same commitment. Our global partners know that when SeacorpNC makes a promise, we deliver—literally and figuratively.

Problem-Solving: A Way of Life?

Running a multi-service business meant wearing many hats. One moment, we'd be fixing a car in the garage, the next managing a wrecker service call, then serving customers in the store. This constant adaptability became our superpower. In shipping, no two days are alike. A delayed container, a customs complication, a sudden route change—these are just opportunities to apply the problem-solving skills I learned helping my parents navigate daily challenges.

?Conflict Resolution: The Human Touch

?In a small community, you can't afford long-standing conflicts. Every dispute is a potential relationship lost. We learned to listen, understand different perspectives, and find mutually beneficial solutions. This approach serves us brilliantly in international shipping, where cultural differences and complex logistics can create misunderstandings. Our team doesn't just move cargo; we build bridges of understanding.

?Reliability: Our Unspoken Promise

?Customers knew they could count on us. If we said we'd have something done, it got done. This reliability attracted loyal customers who spread the word. In global shipping, that principle remains our north star. Shippers choose SeacorpNC because they know we'll be there, solving problems, navigating challenges, and delivering results.

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A Legacy Continues

Today, SeacorpNC isn't just a shipping company. We're a team that carries forward the values of a small family business—trust, integrity, adaptability, and unwavering commitment. We may operate on a global stage, but our heart remains rooted in those lessons learned behind the counter of a small-town store.

?In a world of impersonal transactions, we believe business is still about people, promises, and personal connections.

Barbara Zerfoss

| Chair | Vistage Worldwide | Novelist | As Time Unfolds

4 周

Thanks for sharing your incredible story, Myra Heavner !

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Brooks Gearhart

Vice President Sales at ARC Transit, Inc. Evans Network of Companies

1 个月

Keep up the great work that you and your team do each and everyday! Trust is what happens when you do the right thing each and everyday.

Gina Houser

“We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we Give." ~Winston Churchill

1 个月

This!!! Every relationship matters!

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Irene Massironi Tafur

Senior Account Specialist at Paxton International

1 个月

Love this

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Marty Hallman

Director - Bearing Operations - Americas at The Timken Company

1 个月

Great reflection’s and this fundamental belief is what makes Seacorp successful. Thanks for being a great leader.

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