Embark on a Financial Spring-Cleaning Journey: Arm yourself with essential tools to declutter and promote healthy business finances. Our session features expert insights from various supply chain areas, offering guidance on maintaining financial well-being while nurturing strong, mutually beneficial partnerships.
Moderator
Director of Global Services - International Association of Movers
With almost two decades in international logistics, Morgana applies her unique skills to serve the moving services industry as a whole. She joins the IAM team in striving to be the global champion for the moving industry by advancing the professionalism and operational excellence of all its members.
Canal Movers & Logistics Corp.
Walter M. Laffitte is a Certified Public Accountant born in San Juan, Puerto Rico. He studied at Mount Saint Mary´s University, Babson College and the Institute Touraine in France. He has a Master Degree (MBA), Summa Cum Laude, from the Inter American University of Puerto Rico.
Mr. Laffitte worked as Senior Associate in the Certified Public Accountants firm, Coopers & Lybrand, now PriceWaterhouseCoopers, in San Juan, Puerto Rico from 1990-1994.
In 1994 Mr. Laffitte was appointed by the Governor of Puerto Rico as the Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Commercial Office in Panama for Central America and the Andean Countries until July 2001. In 1997 the United Retail Association of Puerto Rico, representative of the small and medium enterprises, awarded Mr. Laffitte “Public Servant of the Year”.
In 2001 Mr. Laffitte became the youngest President of the Board of Directors of the American Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Panama (AMCHAM). He served on the AMCHAM board for five years, which awarded him the 1998 “Member of the Year”.
He is president, founder/owner and CEO of Canal Movers & Logistics Corp., Panama Furniture Rentals and LARM Panama Relocation Services.
Mr. Laffitte has been in the Mobility industry for 23 years and he has been serving the industry at different associations at a board level position for the last 19 years.
He has been president of the Latin American and Caribbean International Movers Association (LACMA) and president of FIDI Latin America, 2015-2017. He currently serves as a board member of Overseas Moving Network International (OMNI) and was president from 2021-2023.
Married to Analisa Villalaz and has two children, Jean Paul and Anabelle Marie.
IGL Relocation, India
As the National Head of IGL Relocation, India, Purnima brings over 21 years of extensive experience in Relocation & Move Management. She is deeply committed to enhancing revenue and profitability while adeptly managing client expectations. Alongside her numerous industry credentials, Purnima holds distinctions such as IAMTrusted Moving Specialist, FIDI MiM graduate, and WERC Global Mobility Specialist.
In her current capacity, Purnima oversees IGL Relocation, India's complete service spectrum, including International & Domestic Household Goods relocation, Office Moving, and is responsible for the overall profitability of her division. She remains vigilant about operational efficiency and maintains stringent control over cashflows.
Daycos
Paula Alder is a panelist representing Daycos, a leader in innovative revenue solutions within the industry. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, as Vice President of Daycos, Paula has consistently demonstrated her expertise in navigating the landscape of household goods billing and audit procedures.
Paula is passionate about fostering collaboration within the industry and sharing her knowledge. Her dedication to continuous learning and staying on top of industry developments underscores her proactive approach to professional growth.
As a panelist, Paula's insights and perspectives are invaluable, reflecting her deep understanding of these processes and her commitment to driving positive change. Her leadership and expertise continue to inspire colleagues and peers alike, making her an integral part of the Daycos team and a trusted voice in the industry.
Parsifal Corporation
David Jones, Chief Marketing Officer at Parsifal Corporation, is a relocation professional with
20+ years in Global Mobility. He has worked extensively on Parsifal’s sales and marketing
efforts, new client implementations and global account management. He collaborates with
industry leaders to enhance Parsifal’s household goods auditing services and develops
marketing strategies for Parsifal’s innovative, relocation solutions. With a creative approach to
technology and its uses, he is determined to achieve greater efficiency throughout the moving
process to the collective benefit of Suppliers, Agents, Corporations and Relocation
Management Companies worldwide.