Zipline Logistics Appoints David Commiskey as CEO

Columbus, OH

Frontenac announced today that its portfolio company, Zipline Logistics, a tech-enabled, asset-light third-party logistics (“3PL”) provider, has appointed David Commiskey as CEO.

David joins Zipline with over 17 years of experience in Transportation Management, Solutions and Truck Brokerage. He is a seasoned leader in the logistics industry, known for driving innovation and delivering customer-focused solutions. David has held senior leadership roles at prominent companies such as Traffix, GlobalTranz, and Accenture, and has been instrumental in the growth of two startup logistics companies. Most recently, David played a pivotal role in expanding Traffix’s presence in the Transportation Management space, building upon its strong foundation in truck brokerage.

“With deep expertise and strategic vision, we are confident that David will lead Zipline Logistics into a new era of innovation, excellence, and service,” said Chairman, Don Maltby. “His collaborative, forward-thinking approach aligns perfectly with Zipline’s commitment to quality, service, and continuous improvement. We are excited about the fresh energy and leadership he brings to our team and our valued customers.”

CEO1ST Partner, Don Maltby, who has served as interim CEO, will transition back to the role of Chairman, where he will continue to support David and the board in achieving Zipline’s long-term goals.

About Zipline Logistics

Zipline Logistics is a leading third-party logistics solutions provider in North America exclusively servicing the consumer-packaged goods sector. The company’s CPG-focused carrier network, strong team of retail transportation experts, and shipper intelligence tools can help to maximize client revenue and gross margin by reducing out-of-stocks through optimized, on-time in-full performance. For more information, please visit www.ziplinelogistics.com.

About Frontenac

Frontenac is a Chicago-based private equity firm. The firm focuses on investing in lower middle market buyout transactions in the consumer, industrial, and services industries. Frontenac works in partnership with established operating leaders, through an executive-centric approach called CEO1ST®, which seeks to identify, acquire, and build market-leading companies through transformational acquisitions and operational excellence. Over the last 50+ years, Frontenac has built a franchise working with over 325 owners of mid-sized businesses as they address complex transition issues of liquidity, management enhancement, and growth planning. For more information, please visit www.frontenac.com.