For more than 20 years, Frank Castelino has been a well-known and
influential figure in the North American transportation industry. His
transportation background includes extensive experience with
international airlines in Thailand, Spain, India and Italy. In Canada,
he held the position of Sales Manager for Burlington Air Express as well
as Director of Operations for Blue Line Distribution.
In 1989, Frank founded G.O.A. Freight. His goal in founding his own
company was to ensure that the services he provides focuses - first and
foremost - on the unique needs of his customers and offers a level of
service he felt was lacking in the industry.
Frank is actively involved with the international charitable
organization, The Knights of Columbus. He also volunteers with many
caregiver organizations, focusing on individuals who need assistance and
support, whether in hospital or in their own homes.
Frank, and his wife Jane, have a daughter Leah, son-in-law Mimmo, a son
David and a granddaughter Emma.
Frank's is an avid golfer and wine collector. At G.O.A., we believe that our customers are an extension of our company
and our staff is ready to assist our customers with all of their
transportation-related matters.
Shirley Au-Yeung
Controller
Shirley is the controller of GOA Freight since 2000 with more than 15
years experience in the transportation industry. GOA Freight has warmly
welcomed me as part of their team. We work together as a team to provide
the best customer service to all our clients. The team atmosphere is
great and our people make the difference.
A native of Toronto, Mimmo joined the G.O.A team in 2000. As warehouse
and Quality Assurance manager, Mimmo oversees all aspects of the
warehouse. Over the years with his direction and experience in warehouse
planning we have had a 100% inventory record and no claims. Mimmo also
oversees safety and conducts regular courses for his staff.
Dave Gregory
Manager Special Services
Dave has been in the freight forwarding industry since 1985, and upon
moving to Ontario from his native Montreal he joined G.O.A. Freight
Systems in early 1998.He has been involved with numerous customers and
projects over the years, his central focus being Inflight
Sales/Diplomatic Supplies. Outside of G.O.A. his hobbies include sports
and music.
Vincent Pinto
Manager Imports / Exports
Joined the G.O.A. team in the year 2002 in the position of Customer Service coordinator in the operations department, working as a team
player and ensuring all our customer requirements are met precisely on a
day to day basis, very strong analytical, customer service, negotiation
and problem solving skills, never leaving the customer isolated at any
given time, my goal is to work with/for the customer. Dealing in Air,
Ocean and ground transportation and sometime to the extent of arranging
air charters to cater to clients needs.Bringing with him ten years of airline industry experience from Kuwait
with Lufthansa German Airlines in the field of Cargo Supervisor.
Marie East
Manager Client Services
Marie is a self driven Customer Service to achieve high-level of service
for her customers. In addition, she has years of experience in sales,
marketing and Quality Assurance.
She held various positions with a world leader in Logistics and freight
forwarding. Marie is an active member and a Volunteer of Streetsville Horticultural
Society. She believes in giving back to the community.
She is Crafty and a "Nature Nut", as an avid photographer, a painter,
she likes to capture, travel and see nature at its best.
At G.O.A."Let us understand your direction, and we can help you get there faster"
"We have Heart to Serve"
Noel Garcia
I.T. Manager
Noel has been in I.T industry for
more than 7
years and joined G.O.A. Freight Systems in November 2005. A very talented and result driven I.T.
person who is responsible for every computer related tasks and
system developments. Strong analytical skill and flexible to handle
every job. He is currently holding the primary customer of G.O.A.
with regards to Inventory and projects.