Connor Helm
About Connor Helm
Connor Helm is the Manager of Ocean Procurement for the Indian Subcontinent and Middle East at Flexport and serves as the President of the International Propeller Club at the NY/NJ Port in the New York City Metropolitan Area.
Current Title and Role
Connor Helm serves as the Manager of Ocean Procurement for the Indian Subcontinent & Middle East at Flexport, based in New York, New York, United States. In addition, he holds the position of President at the International Propeller Club's NY/NJ Port in the New York City Metropolitan Area. Connor is actively involved in overseeing procurement activities and fostering community engagement within the maritime industry.
Professional Experience at Flexport
Connor Helm has been associated with Flexport in various capacities. Currently, he manages ocean procurement for the Indian Subcontinent & Middle East. Previously, he held the role of Associate in Trade Lane Management for the Indian Subcontinent from 2021 to 2023, and worked in North America Ocean Freight Operations from 2019 to 2021. His experience at Flexport encompasses a range of responsibilities in trade management and logistics operations.
Roles in Maritime and Logistics
Prior to his tenure at Flexport, Connor Helm gathered experience in different facets of the maritime and logistics sector. In 2019, he served as a Marine Services Administrator at Weeks Marine, Inc. for seven months. He also worked in Container Terminal Operations at Holt Logistics Corp at the Port of Philadelphia for two months in 2018, and in Vessel and Business Operations at The Interlake Steamship Company for one month in Middleburg Heights, Ohio.
Educational Background
Connor Helm graduated from the Massachusetts Maritime Academy, earning a Bachelor of Science degree in International Maritime Business from 2015 to 2018. His educational experience laid a strong foundation for his career in the maritime industry, providing him with vital knowledge in maritime business and operations.
Leadership and Industry Involvement
Connor Helm is dedicated to promoting maritime education and technological advancements within the maritime industry. He serves on the board of directors for the International Propeller Club of the United States (IPCUS). Through his roles and active involvement, he contributes to the development and promotion of maritime initiatives, furthering the industry's growth and innovation.