Imperative Logistics acquired Jose D. Gonzalez, CHB effective June 22, 2026, integrating a 30-year customs brokerage firm founded in 1994. The deal adds Jose D. "JD" Gonzalez — current Chairman of the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America — as Vice President of National Accounts. Customers retain uninterrupted service while gaining access to Imperative’s expedite, global forwarding, and mission-critical logistics capabilities. The acquisition strengthens cross-border logistics and trade compliance capacity across North America, particularly for U.S.-Mexico supply chains.
According to hispanicprwire.com, Imperative Logistics has acquired the business operations of Jose D. Gonzalez, CHB, effective June 22, 2026, strengthening its customs brokerage, trade compliance, and cross-border logistics capabilities across North America.
Strategic Integration of a 30-Year Customs Leader
The acquisition brings into Imperative Logistics a firm founded in 1994 — giving Jose D. Gonzalez, CHB more than three decades of continuous service to importers, exporters, and cross-border supply chains. The Portland, Oregon–based Imperative Logistics Group now integrates the full operational team and client base of Gonzalez’s firm, expanding its footprint in U.S. customs brokerage and international trade services.
The move directly bolsters Imperative Logistics’ ability to manage complex regulatory requirements, including customs clearance, tariff classification, origin determination, and export controls — all critical amid tightening enforcement under U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and evolving trade policy frameworks such as the USMCA. According to the report, the combined entity will offer customers access to expanded transportation solutions, broader logistics resources, and the scale of Imperative’s national network — without service interruption.
Leadership Transition and Industry Authority
Jose D. “JD” Gonzalez, a Licensed Customs Broker and current Chairman of the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America (NCBFAA), joins Imperative Logistics as Vice President of National Accounts. His election to the NCBFAA’s highest leadership position reflects peer-recognized expertise built over more than 30 years in customs regulations, trade compliance, and cross-border operations.
Gonzalez’s regulatory fluency — honed through direct engagement with CBP, U.S. Department of Commerce, and U.S. International Trade Commission guidance — positions him to advise clients navigating increasingly dynamic trade environments, including Section 301 tariffs, Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) enforcement, and automated commercial environment (ACE) reporting mandates. His appointment signals a deliberate emphasis on deep domain knowledge rather than generalized logistics scaling.
Client Continuity and Service Expansion
Customers of Jose D. Gonzalez, CHB will continue working with the same trusted team members, with no disruption to existing services or operational support, according to the source. The acquisition expands their available solutions to include Imperative Logistics’ expedite services, global forwarding, and mission-critical logistics offerings — all tailored for high-stakes, time-sensitive supply chain scenarios.
“We’re excited to welcome JD, his employees, and customers to Imperative Logistics,” said Dante Fornari, Chief Executive Officer of Imperative Logistics. “With JD’s wealth of experience and knowledge, he will be a great asset to our organization. He is renowned within the customs brokerage community, and his commitment to customer service further strengthens our ability to help customers navigate increasingly complex global trade environments.”
“I’m excited to join the Imperative Logistics family and offer customers comprehensive cross-border, international, and trade compliance solutions. Imperative Logistics shares the same customer-focused values and commitment to service excellence that has guided my business for more than three decades. Together, we will be able to provide customers with expanded resources and capabilities while maintaining the personalized service they have come to expect.” — Jose D. Gonzalez, Vice President of National Accounts, Imperative Logistics
Company Profiles and Operational Scope
Imperative Logistics Group describes itself as a diversified supply chain company offering expedite services, cross-border solutions, global forwarding, and mission-critical logistics — specifically targeting complex, high-stakes supply chains. Its portfolio includes dedicated teams for urgent freight, regulatory-sensitive shipments, and time-definite deliveries requiring real-time visibility and contingency planning.
Jose D. Gonzalez, CHB, headquartered in Portland, Oregon, has served clients throughout North America since its founding in 1994. It built its reputation on deep customs expertise, multilingual client support, and long-term relationship management — particularly among midsize manufacturers and distributors reliant on predictable border crossings between the U.S. and Mexico.
This acquisition aligns with industry-wide consolidation trends: C.H. Robinson reported a 12% year-over-year increase in customs brokerage revenue in Q1 2026, while DHL recently expanded its U.S. trade compliance team by 27% to meet demand from nearshoring-driven import volumes. Unlike broad-based logistics mergers, this deal centers on regulatory mastery — a capability increasingly valued as trade enforcement intensifies.
Source: hispanicprwire.com
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