Adam Lees has been a Licensed Customs Broker since 1997 and has been actively working in the International Logistics industry for 30+ years. Adam began working in the finance department of a Swiss freight forwarder in 1993 and in 1996 passed the broker’s exam. Since then, Adam has held several positions in the logistics industry including Import and Branch Managers, District Manager, and US Customs Product Manager for multiple freight forwarders and customs brokers. He has worked in ports of all sizes – Hartford, CT; Rochester, NY; Orlando, FL, and JFK.

As the VP of Customs Brokerage for Alba Wheels Up, based in Valley Stream, NY, Adam has direct oversight over their Customs Brokerage operations. As with his previous roles, he is also the Customs Brokerage liaison with their software vendors.

Adam has written and implemented several SOPs and Best Practices throughout his career by leveraging his experience and knowledge of the logistics business in coordination with CBP and the various government agencies. He continues to collaborate with each of the Alba Wheels Up offices and its software vendors to develop strategic solutions to enhance Customs Compliance while streamlining transaction processing.

Adam currently serves as a member on multiple NCBFAA committees including the Customs and Regulatory Affairs Committees, while also serving as the chair or vice chair on several sub-committees.

Adam obtained his bachelor’s degree in international business at the University of Vermont.