About Us

Chris Margiotta

Principal of Axis Worldwide

As Principal of Axis Worldwide, Chris Margiotta oversees an experienced staff with his unique mix of business development and operational experience that spans over 28 years in the industry. He leads a staff of division directors, project managers and project coordinators within the corporate office and throughout our regional offices.

Chris manages all aspects of the hospitality and industrial logistics divisions relating to operational processes and technology within our diverse domestic and international projects. His work is a direct culmination of a lifetime in direct operations constantly evaluating processes and defining the ideal sophisticated niche logistics provider we have become.

In 2008, his dream was to separate the industrial and hospitality divisions and focus on delivering excellent customer service for all segments relating to project management, FF&E freight management, warehouse and installation.

Some of his new construction and renovation projects include Hard Rock Hotels & Casinos, Starwood, Hyatt and Hilton Hotels. Other projects included over 400 mixed hotel, casino, restaurant, and retail projects globally.

Christine Margiotta

Principal of Axis Worldwide

With more than 23 years in the transportation industry, Christine now focuses her talents in human resources collaborating with our CFO and HR department to ensure all employee policies and procedures comply with local, state, and federal laws. Since the beginning of her career, Christine has embraced the philosophies that people are what truly matters in a company and that you should always treat others as you expect to be treated. These principles are the tenets that have allowed Axis to create a working environment which encourages a high level of employee engagement and productivity, resulting not only in exceptional employee relations but world-class customer service.

Dan Parr

Director of Domestic Operations
LTL/Truckload/Flatbed Division

Dan has been coordinating domestic LTL and TL operations since 2004 and brings his experience and knowledge of freight systems to his clients. In addition to analyzing carrier pricing, he manages the daily operations of many of the domestic clients of Axis.

Dan plays a pivotal role at Axis in daily operations. His wealth of knowledge in the industry and carrier relationships, allows Dan to schedule the optimal logistics solution for each shipment he manages.

Nicole Lane

CFO

Nicole Lane brings over 20 years of experience in accounting and finance. She is a graduate of University of Missouri, St. Louis.

In addition, Nicole worked over 10 years in public accounting. Her role at Axis Worldwide is to oversee accounting and finance operations, as well as developing and maintaining the financial reporting systems.

In addition to her responsibilities with accounting and finance she is also a member of the executive team at Axis Worldwide. In this role Nicole assists Chris in developing corporate policies, strategic business planning, and staffing.

Anthony Godinez

Terminal Manager, Calexico

Anthony extends the reach and service of Axis as the Terminal Manager at the Axis warehouse location in Calexico, CA. Anthony has over 30 years of experience in the logistics industry and his expertise ranges from operations, business development and customs regulations in Mexico.

He plays a pivotal role for Axis clients that import and export to Mexico. He was instrumental in acquiring one of the first bonded warehouse facilities in Calexico.

Anthony and his team solidify broker relationships, operate cross dock services and provide solutions for clients in Mexico and the U.S.

Jorge Godinez

Operations Manager, Calexico

Jorge manages the distribution systems at the Calexico office and warehouse and ensures the efficiency of operations for air freight, warehouse logistics, and expedite ground shipments. In addition, he is a TSA Security Coordinator and has profound knowledge of the requirements and regulations of TSA.

Jorge has sound knowledge of industry standards and provides solutions everyday on carrier utilization and cost analysis for each client.

Chris Rowland

International Operations Manager

Chris Rowland brings over 40 years of experience in international logistics and transportation sectors. He expertly manages a team of export agents in working with international freight forwarders, manufacturers, importers, air and ocean carriers and international banks.

Chris was instrumental in establishing a preferred carrier program which streamlined operations and stabilized freight costs for international shipments.

He continues to find ways to improve our quote accuracy, efficiency and response times for our clients.

Nick Margiotta

Domestic Operations Coordinator

Nick provides daily support in domestic operations and is responsible for LTL quotes, tracking and tracing shipments, assisting in customer service, coordinating pickups, and ensuring that our client’s freight is moving according to schedule.

He works closely with the Operations teams to troubleshoot issues and provide solutions and is well versed in handling the logistics of many different commodities.

Lauren Stringer

Director of Purchasing & Procurement

Lauren Stringer, the Director of Procurement, brings to Axis Hospitality over 11 years in the FF&E/OS&E Hospitality Procurement Industry. With her background in Interior Design, she is able to understand each aspect of the project from start to finish. She works with each client to ensure strong communication and project transparency throughout the entire procurement process. The success of each projects is marked by her excellent organizational skills and high level of detail. Lauren has extensive experience in branded and boutique hotels as well as, Multifamily, Senior Living, Restaurants, and Student Housing.

Alyssa Margiotta

Project Manager

Alyssa Margiotta graduated the University of Missouri- Columbia in 2013 and is a Project Manager here at Axis Hospitality.

She has mastered the niche of coordinating logistics for hospitality specific projects and has developed excellent client relationships.

Our clients know she is passionate about doing a job well done and she strives to go above and beyond the client’s expectations. She has grown up with the logistics in her blood as she is also Axis Hospitality’s owner, Chris Margiotta’s daughter.

Alyssa takes great pride in working at a family business and truly manages each project at heart.

Rebecca Campbell

Senior Project Manager

Rebecca has over 12 years’ experience in Hospitality Project Management. Her diverse background in project management, warehousing, and installation is key to helping our clients with their FF&E / OS&E freight management needs. Rebecca’s talent is deliverying the very best in customer service by utilizing her operations management and supply chain industry skills. Our clients depend on her ability to provide them with the mostaccurate and up to date information on every project she is managing. She plans, analyzes, and executes the best logistics solutions for every shipment in her portfolio delivering each project on time and within budget. Her ability to effectively manage large hotels, boutique hotels and restaurants are all areas she thrives in. Her loyalty and dedication in servicing our clients stand out each and every day.

Aimee Kempfer

Hospitality Division Manager

Aimee Kempfer excels with over 10 years of experience in hospitality FF&E and OS&E management.

With team leadership experience as a softball player and coach, she has been able to drive a team of project managers and coordinators since 2013 to exemplary customer service.

Her strong desire to consistently maintain the highest customer service for every client and the resulting customer relationships has propelled her team to growth of over 100 projects. In addition, Aimee’s ability to maintain budgets keeps the client on target.

Aimee manages a diverse team and hits a home run with every project!

Jon Bartholomew

VP of Axis Digital

Jon is a graduate from the University of Missouri – Columbia and brings with him nearly 20 years of experience in the Hospitality industry working formerly as a CFO and Operations Manager for a highly respected TV Installation company here in St. Louis. As VP of Operations through the new vertical of “Axis Digital,” Jon will be responsible for fostering those relationships with TV Manufacturers, Management companies, Hotel Flags, and Resellers alike. The message from Axis Digital will be clear, deliver an ongoing professional, turnkey TV and Appliance installations in the Hospitality field. Through our team of experienced, certified installers and programmers, we will continue to service all our accounts with precision, forethought, and expertise to make each project as painless and carefree for our hotel management clients and their guests. Jon will be able to draw on his relationships and many years in the industry to assure that Axis Worldwide is able to continue its excellent reputation in the hospitality interior design, FF&E procurement, logistics sector combining synergies and experience with professional TV installation and programming along with large and small appliance installations. Jon’s ability to ask the pertinent question, analyze the hotel logistics, and plan for a successful project will be key in the operation of this division. The goal is to be the only resource a reseller, end user, or distributor will need when it comes to the functionality, installation, and programming of a variety of TV brands. Jon will always be there to answer questions, find solutions, or give his professional opinion on what might be the best course for a hotelier. Jon is a positive individual looking forward to continued success in a vastly ever changing hospitality industry.