About Us

A third-party logistics company built to move businesses forward faster, smarter, and at scale by providing solutions that simplify complexity and drive performance

FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS   •   RELIABLE SERVICES  •   PROVEN PARTNER
FLEXIBLE SOLUTIONS   •   RELIABLE SERVICES  •   PROVEN PARTNER

Experience that moves your business forward

From multi-site warehousing and distribution to specialized handling and transportation, our capabilities are built to scale with our customers’ needs—whether regional, national, or international.

A message from our CEO André Thornton

Supply chains are being judged differently today. What was once optimized for efficiency and cost is now measured by its ability to perform under pressure. The past few years have made it clear that resiliency is a necessity; operationalizing it effectively is a competitive advantage.

From our base in Northeast Ohio, at the intersection of manufacturing, logistics, and industry, we’ve spent more than forty years adapting alongside our clients. We haven’t followed a fixed blueprint; we’ve built our business by responding to their operational challenges.

Over time, that’s meant developing disciplined operations in environments where accuracy and reliability are critical. What we’ve learned is simple: rigorous standards and structured processes strengthen performance across the board.

ASW Global CEO Andre Thornton

Our recent expansion, with the acquisition of North Coast Logistics, reflects that same approach: growing where the need is and building what the market demands. It strengthens our reach and capacity while staying grounded in the principles that have shaped our business from the start.

To best serve you, we continue to focus on hiring the best talent in their respective fields from the leadership team through to the front line. Our customer service department will seem like members of your own organization as they manage your inventory and distribution issues.

Looking ahead, I believe the strongest supply chains will be built on collaborative partnerships centered on trust, clear communication, and responsiveness. Partners are teams that think alongside you, anticipate challenges, and bring a perspective grounded in experience and expertise.

That’s the standard of partnership we hold ourselves to, and the role we aim to play for every client. I welcome the opportunity to explore how that kind of partnership would work for your organization.

André Thornton

A message from our CEO André Thornton

Former MLB slugger Andre Thornton is CEO of ASW Global, a 3PL

Supply chains are being judged differently today. What was once optimized for efficiency and cost is now measured by its ability to perform under pressure. The past few years have made it clear that resiliency is a necessity; operationalizing it effectively is a competitive advantage.

From our base in Northeast Ohio, at the intersection of manufacturing, logistics, and industry, we’ve spent more than forty years adapting alongside our clients. We haven’t followed a fixed blueprint; we’ve built our business by responding to their operational challenges.

Over time, that’s meant developing disciplined operations in environments where accuracy and reliability are critical. What we’ve learned is simple: rigorous standards and structured processes strengthen performance across the board.

Our recent expansion, with the acquisition of North Coast Logistics, reflects that same approach: growing where the need is and building what the market demands. It strengthens our reach and capacity while staying grounded in the principles that have shaped our business from the start.

To best serve you, we continue to focus on hiring the best talent in their respective fields from the leadership team through to the front line. Our customer service department will seem like members of your own organization as they manage your inventory and distribution issues.

Looking ahead, I believe the strongest supply chains will be built on collaborative partnerships centered on trust, clear communication, and responsiveness. Partners are teams that think alongside you, anticipate challenges, and bring a perspective grounded in experience and expertise.

That’s the standard of partnership we hold ourselves to, and the role we aim to play for every client. I welcome the opportunity to explore how that kind of partnership would work for your organization.

André Thornton

A message from our CEO André Thornton

Supply chains are being judged differently today. What was once optimized for efficiency and cost is now measured by its ability to perform under pressure. The past few years have made it clear that resiliency is a necessity; operationalizing it effectively is a competitive advantage.

Former MLB slugger Andre Thornton is CEO of ASW Global, a 3PL

From our base in Northeast Ohio, at the intersection of manufacturing, logistics, and industry, we’ve spent more than forty years adapting alongside our clients. We haven’t followed a fixed blueprint; we’ve built our business by responding to their operational challenges.

Over time, that’s meant developing disciplined operations in environments where accuracy and reliability are critical. What we’ve learned is simple: rigorous standards and structured processes strengthen performance across the board.

Our recent expansion, with the acquisition of North Coast Logistics, reflects that same approach: growing where the need is and building what the market demands. It strengthens our reach and capacity while staying grounded in the principles that have shaped our business from the start.

To best serve you, we continue to focus on hiring the best talent in their respective fields from the leadership team through to the front line. Our customer service department will seem like members of your own organization as they manage your inventory and distribution issues.

Looking ahead, I believe the strongest supply chains will be built on collaborative partnerships centered on trust, clear communication, and responsiveness. Partners are teams that think alongside you, anticipate challenges, and bring a perspective grounded in experience and expertise.

That’s the standard of partnership we hold ourselves to, and the role we aim to play for every client. I welcome the opportunity to explore how that kind of partnership would work for your organization.

André Thornton


Our story

ASW Global has grown alongside the industries we serve—adapting to changing supply chain demands with a focus on precision, reliability, and process-driven execution. Founded in Northeast Ohio in 1983, ASW began as the Akron Storage and Warehouse to satisfy regional warehousing and distribution needs. The Gilchrist Polymer Center was created as a division to process and package plastic resin.

Over more than four decades, we have expanded our capabilities and footprint by responding directly to customer needs and real-world complexity. Today, that evolution continues through strategic growth and expanded regional reach.

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Our story

ASW Global has grown alongside the industries we serve—adapting to changing supply chain demands with a focus on precision, reliability, and process-driven execution. Founded in Northeast Ohio in 1983, ASW began as the Akron Storage and Warehouse to satisfy regional warehousing and distribution needs. The Gilchrist Polymer Center was created as a division to process and package plastic resin.

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Over more than four decades, we have expanded our capabilities and footprint by responding directly to customer needs and real-world complexity. Today, that evolution continues through strategic growth and expanded regional reach.

Our story

ASW Global has grown alongside the industries we serve—adapting to changing supply chain demands with a focus on precision, reliability, and process-driven execution. Founded in Northeast Ohio in 1983, ASW began as the Akron Storage and Warehouse to satisfy regional
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warehousing and distribution needs. The Gilchrist Polymer Center was created as a division to process and package plastic resin.

Over more than four decades, we have expanded our capabilities and footprint by responding directly to customer needs and real-world complexity. Today, that evolution continues through strategic growth and expanded regional reach.

Our story

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ASW Global has grown alongside the industries we serve—adapting to changing supply chain demands with a focus on precision, reliability, and process-driven execution. Founded in Northeast Ohio in 1983, ASW began as the Akron Storage and Warehouse to satisfy regional warehousing and distribution needs. The Gilchrist Polymer Center was created as a division to process and package plastic resin.

Over more than four decades, we have expanded our capabilities and footprint by responding directly to customer needs and real-world complexity. Today, that evolution continues through strategic growth and expanded regional reach.

What drives us forward

To serve as a trusted supply chain partner, meeting the needs of our clients by combining experience, responsiveness, and practical logistics solutions.


The values that guide us

Trust
We expect alignment between our words and actions.
Respect
We commit to treating individuals and organizations with the highest esteem.
Integrity
We will act ethically in what we do and say.
Excellence
We strive for exceptional performance.
Diversity
Our culture encourages associates and partners to share ideas and perspectives collaboratively.

The values that guide us

Trust
We expect alignment between our words and actions.
Respect
We commit to treating individuals and organizations with the highest esteem.
Integrity
We will act ethically in what we do and say.
Excellence
We strive for exceptional performance.
Diversity
Our culture encourages associates and partners to share ideas and perspectives collaboratively.

The team leading our approach

André Thornton

Former MLB slugger Andre Thornton is CEO of ASW Global, a 3PL

CEO

George Hand

George Hand is ASW Global's President

President & CFO

Barbara Hale

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Vice President, Director of Finance

Carlos Stevens

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President & General Manager,
ASW Supply Chain Services

Rich Phillips

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President & General Manager,
ASW Energy Services

André Thornton, Jr.

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Vice President, Corporate Services

André Thornton

Former MLB slugger Andre Thornton is CEO of ASW Global, a 3PL

CEO

George Hand

George Hand is ASW Global's President

President & CFO

Barbara Hale

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Vice President, Director of Finance

Carlos Stevens

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President & General Manager,
ASW Supply Chain Services

Rich Phillips

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President & General Manager,
ASW Energy Services

André Thornton, Jr.

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Vice President, Corporate Services

André Thornton

Former MLB slugger Andre Thornton is CEO of ASW Global, a 3PL

CEO

George Hand

George Hand is ASW Global's President

President & CFO

Barbara Hale

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Vice President, Director of Finance

Carlos Stevens

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President & General Manager,
ASW Supply Chain Services

Rich Phillips

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President & General Manager,
ASW Energy Services

André Thornton, Jr.

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Vice President, Corporate Services


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ASW Global Names Hand New President

ASW Celebrates Its 20+ Club Members

ASW's Annual Associate-Led Food Drive

ASW announces George Hand as President & CFO of ASW Global. Mr. Hand brings seasoned experience...
ASW's 20+ Club celebrates associates who have worked for the company for 20 or more years...
ASW's Annual Food Drive is an associate-led event that collects and donates food to local food banks...
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ASW Global Names Hand New President

ASW announces George Hand as President & CFO of ASW Global. Mr. Hand brings seasoned experience...
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ASW Celebrates Its 20+ Club Members

ASW's 20+ Club celebrates associates who have worked for the company for 20 or more years...
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ASW's Annual Associate-Led Food Drive

ASW's Annual Food Drive is an associate-led event that collects and donates food to local food banks...