A funny thing happened on the way to the port. We got acquired! On January 25th, 2023, Ports America acquired the remaining interest of its joint venture with Continental becoming the sole owner of Eller-ITO…making us the leading terminal stevedoring company in the United States. This incredible acquisition had many people talking about the effects of how this partnership would affect the day-to-day operations of everyone involved. Typically, with M&A Transactions, employees experience emotional impacts that cause diverse feelings. These uncertainties lead to anxiety, resistance to change, overwork, burnout, etc. which consequently have repercussions with the employee’s performance. Anyone that has experienced these uncharted waters before knows exactly what I’m talking about. Questions always arise regarding several topics from the most basic to the most personal. This is normal. However, our great team from HR to the executive board with the dedicated methods of Ports America has helped mitigate many of these trepidations. Our collective perseverance and hard work at performing our jobs at the highest level was the catalyst that brought about this acquisition. Will there be many changes and new developments that will take place? Of course, as with any new endeavor. However, with the continuous communication and transparency as offered by our new partner, we will not only thrive to new levels as a team, but we will also form new alliances and excel to levels never seen before within this organization. A funny thing happened on the way to the port …we are a new and stronger team! By Elizenda Calvete Ports America
Muy buen comentario. Es importante que la alta gerencia informe y acompañe a sus trabajadores cuando ocurren estas fusiones, es parte de responsabilidad y transparencia que se espera de ellos. Para los trabajadores, su puesto de trabajo no es un negocio, es su sustento, y cualquier cosa que amenace en su seguridad de subsistencia puede ser muy estresante. Negocios con calor humano…
It’s fantastic to have the Miami team part of Ports America!!
Getting to watch our team grow and work with so many amazing people is so exciting! Go team!! #OnePortsAmerica
Well said Ely!!! So lucky to have you on the PA Team!!!!
Love this!
Congrats!
Congratulations!
Our team only gets stronger and more agile as we welcome new faces with diverse skills and perspectives! A very well-written piece, Elizenda.