Airforwarders Association
The Airforwarders Association (AfA) is a global alliance of indirect air carriers, cargo airlines and affiliated businesses. The association represents member companies, ranging from small businesses to those with over 1,000 people, dedicated to moving cargo throughout the supply chain.
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AIRFORWARDERS ASSOCIATION ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BRANDON FRIED
Executive Director Brandon Fried confirms long-planned retirement at year end, with a structured handover under way following membership meeting
Orlando, Florida, United States, Monday 16th February 2026: The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has confirmed that Executive Director Brandon Fried will retire at the end of the year, following a long-planned decision announced to members at the Airforwarders Association General Meeting earlier today.
During the transition period, Fried will continue to carry out his responsibilities in full, leading the AfA’s advocacy, policy engagement, and member activities until his successor has been appointed.
The Board of Directors has employed an executive search consultant to recruit the new leader and an appointment is expected toward the end of the year.
Fried was elected Chair of the Board of Directors in 2001 and has served as Executive Director since 2005, growing the number of corporate members to more than 225.
About the Airforwarders Association
The Airforwarders Association (AfA) represents hundreds of U.S companies dedicated to moving cargo through the supply chain on all modes of transport.
AfA has been supporting member companies of all sizes for 35 years, acting as the voice of the industry and lobbying legislators to help drive sustainable practices and ensure resilient, safe, secure supply chains.
As an alliance of indirect air carriers, cargo airlines and related businesses operating across the global transportation community, we represent member companies dedicated to moving air cargo through the supply chain.
Our members include not only air forwarders, but truckers, airlines, warehouse operators and businesses delivering a range of supporting services including technology, training, compliance, insurance and legal, just to name a few industries.
From campaigning for better national infrastructure to opening discussions about carbon reductions and digitilization – AfA has promoted hundreds of its members and streamlined business models to continue the growing industry.
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Airforwarders Association announces retirement of Executive Director Brandon Fried
Executive Director Brandon Fried confirms long-planned retirement at year end, with a structured handover under way following membership meeting
Orlando, Florida, United States, Monday 16th February 2025: The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has confirmed that Executive Director Brandon Fried will retire at the end of the year, following a long-planned decision announced to members at the Airforwarders Association General Meeting earlier today.
During the transition period, Fried will continue to carry out his responsibilities in full, leading the AfA’s advocacy, policy engagement, and member activities until his successor has been appointed.
The Board of Directors has employed an executive search consultant to recruit the new leader and an appointment is expected toward the end of the year.
Fried was elected Chair of the Board of Directors in 2001 and has served as Executive Director since 2005, growing the number of corporate members to more than 225.
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About the Airforwarders Association
The Airforwarders Association (AfA) represents hundreds of U.S companies dedicated to moving cargo through the supply chain on all modes of transport.
AfA has been supporting member companies of all sizes for 35 years, acting as the voice of the industry and lobbying legislators to help drive sustainable practices and ensure resilient, safe, secure supply chains.
As an alliance of indirect air carriers, cargo airlines and related businesses operating across the global transportation community, we represent member companies dedicated to moving air cargo through the supply chain.
Our members include not only air forwarders, but truckers, airlines, warehouse operators and businesses delivering a range of supporting services including technology, training, compliance, insurance and legal, just to name a few industries.
From campaigning for better national infrastructure to opening discussions about carbon reductions and digitilization – AfA has promoted hundreds of its members and streamlined business models to continue the growing industry.
More information at airforwarders.org