KOMPASS NEWS
THE OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF KOMPASS KAPITAL MANAGEMENT
March 2023
OPCO SPOTLIGHT
Moonshot Solutions merges with Moonshot Innovations
On January 1 of this year, Moonshot Innovations and Moonshot Solutions completed their merger, keeping the name Moonshot Solutions. By combining Innovations managed IT services (including Advanced Security, Cloud & Infrastructure, Microsoft 365, and Power BI) and Solutions staffing services, Moonshot delivers a customizable strategy that creates meaningful value, meets organizational goals, and strengthens its client’s capabilities.
The marketing department has been hard at work redesigning a new website that reflects their complete service offerings; showcases a cohesive brand that will stand out in the market; and delivers an overall exceptional user experience. Check out the new website: moonshot-solutions.com.
OPCO SPOTLIGHT
Dynamic Logistix Ranks 158 on Inc. Magazine’s Fastest Growing Companies in the Midwest
By delivering a technology solution to middle-market freight shippers, DLX increased revenue from $300,000 to $250 million in five years
On Feb. 28, Dynamic Logistix (DLX) announced making Inc. Magazine’s prestigious Regionals 2023: Midwest list for the fifth year in a row.
Born out of the annual Inc. 5000 franchise, this regional list represents a unique look at the most successful companies within the Midwest economy’s most dynamic segment – its independent small businesses. It ranks the private companies by their average two-year growth rate. DLX came in at No. 158 with a 91% growth rate.
By delivering a technology solution to middle-market freight shippers, DLX increased revenue from $300,000 to $250 million in five years, with an annual growth rate as high as 3,840%. This client and revenue growth created positions for 25 new employees in 2021 and 43 in 2022, who work in operations, account management, customer service, carrier service, finance, quality control, sales and transit management.
“What an honor for Inc. magazine to recognize DLX for the fifth time as one of the Midwest’s fastest-growing companies,” said Jeff Auslander, CEO of DLX. “It’s a testament to the character of our people that truly care about applying world-class technology to transportation logistics and delivering it to our clients through exceptional service.”
Complete results of the Inc. 5000 Regionals: Midwest – including company profiles and an interactive database that can be sorted by industry, metro area and other criteria – can be found at inc.com/midwest.
It’s a testament to the character of our people that truly care about applying world-class technology to transportation logistics and delivering it to our clients through exceptional service.
CORPORATE AFFAIRS
Rock the Block
The Operating Companies are coming together for the Habitat for Humanity Rock the Block event on April 12 and 13. The event is sponsored by Kompass Kapital Management and each Op Co will have volunteers attend. If you’re interested in learning more, KKM is hosting a Rock the Block EDU breakfast on March 22 at 9:00 a.m. in the 9800 1st Floor Training Room.
“Habitat KC’s Rock the Block ™ event concentrates hundreds of volunteers on clusters of homes in strategic neighborhoods, making needed repairs of all sizes. The impact is striking but it’s more than just curb appeal that is restored. Rock the Block helps restore pride in homeownership for the affected families and helps increase community connections along the way.”
Trivia Happy Hour
Join us for a Trivia Happy Hour in the 9800 1st Floor Kitchen and Training Room. All of your associates are invited to watch the Trivia showdown and enjoy some good company, food, drinks and raffle prizes. Please choose a team of 3-6 people to compete in the Trivia competition. The Trivia will be a variety of topics for all generations.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Kompass Kapital will hold their next Quarterly Blood Drive on March 28 from 10:30-4:00 in the 9800 1st Floor Training Room.
Every day, blood donors help patients of all ages: accident and burn victims, heart surgery and organ transplant patients, and those battling cancer. In fact, every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Your blood donation can help save lives!
Click HERE to schedule your appointment.
Operations
Car Safety Forms due by March 31
The form’s purpose is to help with parking issues or security risks that may arise.
You could also win four Royals suite tickets!
The Kompass Kapital Operations department works closely with Titan Security to help manage safety protocols for the 9800 Building. If you’re unaware, Titan Security are the friendly faces that greet us every morning as we enter the building – checking badges and supervising visitors.
In collaboration with their team, we will be sending a mandatory Vehicle Information Form for all 9800 associates. The form’s purpose is to help with parking issues or security risks that may arise. You will need to fill out basic car information such as make, model, color, and license plate in addition to the company employing you (e.g., Kompass Kaptial, NavMD, Moonshot, etc.).
You will receive the mandatory Vehicle Information Form next week, please complete the form by March 31. Those who complete the information sheet by the end of March will be entered into a drawing for 4 Royals suite tickets. The winner will have dates to choose from.
Pavilion Update
The 9800 Pavillion is on track to open by Spring 2023! You will receive official opening dates and more information about the outdoor area over the next couple of months. If you have any questions, reach out to Cindy Pritchett or Jarell Fulks at Kompass Kapital.
IT
FreshService Ticketing System Coming Soon
IT is working closely with each department to ensure the system is simple and intuitive while capturing enough information to service requests.
Kompass Kapital’s IT Department is working closely with Moonshot to deliver a new ticketing system to handle requests for knowledge-based-system (KBS) services! The goal is to streamline requests for faster response, better communication, and shorter service delivery times. For this first phase, IT is looking to provide this service for Operations, HR, and Marketing requests. We will look at the feasibility of other KBS services in the future.
What to expect in changes: Most operating companies currently use a web portal to submit technology tickets with Moonshot and KKM is looking to use the same platform for KBS. This means it will be very familiar with little to no learning curve. IT is working closely with each department to ensure the system is simple and intuitive while capturing enough information to service requests.
These departments will continue to correspond by email and phone as needed, but the service portal will keep everything centralized and give everyone the visibility needed to make sure departments are delivering on requests.
As IT continues through the build of the new portal, they will continue to share their progress. Right now, IT is looking to have a “soft release” of it sometime in April when everyone will all have a chance to see the system and provide feedback.
HUMAN RESOURCES
A note from the KKM Human Resources Team
Reminder that all employees have access to Guardian’s Employee Assistance Program at no cost to them, whether they are enrolled in benefits or not. Explore the program here: https://www.guardianlife.com/eap
TEAM RECOGNITIONS
Give them a hand!
DLX Promotions:
Nick Giuliani – Director of Sales
Troy Cook – Senior Director of Sales and Marketing
DLX Certification:
Kia Hunt – SMC3 LTL Certification (CLTL)
DLX Employees of the Month
January:
Ryan Fitzgerald – Analytics
Kyle Webber – Brokerage
Isaac Wilson – TMS Sales
Spencer McGrath – TMS Operations
Leti Aguirre – Finance
February:
Greg Feese – TMS Sales
Joe Uhl – Product/Analytics/Procurement
Brandon McMullin – Brokerage
Finance – Nicole Collins
TMS Operations – Cameron Gay
Kompass Funding
In December, we highlighted Kompass Funding’s forthcoming brand and website relaunch. Check out their new look here: kompasskapitalfunding.com
