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24 September 2026

Why Green Bay IS a Top 10 Logistics City

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Why Green Bay IS a Top 10 Logistics City

Green Bay, Wisconsin, isn’t just about football. Brian Figueroa of KBX Logistics reveals why this city, with 1/10th of 1% of the US population, accounts for over 1% of all national transportation roles. Discover how Green Bay leverages deep industry collaboration and talent development to cement its status as a critical supply chain hub. Plus, gain insights into the current, supply-driven freight market and how businesses are navigating shifting dynamics toward a new equilibrium. Green Bay, Wisconsin, punches far above its weight in transportation and logistics, with over 640 transportation, logistics, and shipping companies operating in the metro area — a concentration that KBX Logistics Managing Director of Transportation Brian Figueroa says rivals better-known freight hubs.

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