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ABOUT US

LAN Astute Logistics, Inc. is a duly registered Customs Brokerage and International Freight Forwarding Company.

With more than 20 years of experience in customs clearance and delivery and having more than 300 partners in the logistics industry worldwide, LALI is your exceptional end-to-end business partner.

LALI’s strongest asset is its people. It’s a team of Top Notched Licensed Customs Brokers and Master Degree Holders, who are experts in Customs and Tariff Laws. With this group of dynamic individuals, LALI is your tried-and-true partner in your logistical needs.

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OUR HISTORY

LaN Astute Logistics, Inc. started with a group of three people in its small home office in Las Piñas City. But such humble beginnings never became a hindrance in the company’s pursuit of its ambitious endeavor: To become one of the leading logistics service providers in the country.

In 2008, when its founder, Rhea Elefan, gained her Master’s Degree in Customs Administration and became a top-notch Customs Broker, the door of limitless opportunities opened to LALI. Through its years of hard work and perseverance, the company took off and gained clients from multinational companies.

Today, LALI is composed of more than 46 dynamic people-all aligned and equipped to achieve the vision of the company. Its partnership with numerous reliable logistics companies in Asia, Australia, Europe, America, and Africa, gave LALI a competitive edge in the global market. Serving more than 50 clients and effecting thousands of transactions per year, LALI will never stop in its pursuit of growth and excellence.

OUR MISSION

To raise the welfare of its people by personal and professional development, empower them by character building and leadership training and to align their objectives towards the vision of the company.

OUR VISION

To be the leading logistics service provider of the country by using the strength of its entire team.

OUR CORE VALUES

COMPETENCE

Our guiding principles are based on the conviction that excellence is rooted in competence. Competence encompasses not only the possession of knowledge and skills but also the essential capabilities required to execute tasks effectively, both at an individual level and across the entire organization.

INTEGRITY

At our company, integrity is the bedrock of our values and operations. We are steadfast in our commitment to upholding the highest ethical standards in our actions, values, methods, and measures. Our principle involves fostering a culture of honesty, transparency, and accountability at every level of our organization. By consistently embodying these principles, we can build trust and credibility with our stakeholders and community.

TEAMWORK

At our company, we place a high value on the power of teamwork. We strongly believe that when a group of individuals comes together to work towards a common goal, amazing things can happen. Effective communication, seamless coordination, and genuine cooperation among team members are the core of our collaborative efforts. By working together, we can leverage our strengths and expertise to enhance productivity, develop innovative solutions, and cultivate a supportive and inspiring work environment. Additionally, teamwork helps to build a strong sense of camaraderie and mutual respect, which are crucial for our team’s overall success.

LEADERSHIP

At the heart of our mission and vision lies a leadership style centered on servanthood, transformation, vision, and collaboration. This unique approach to leadership not only shapes our team but also aligns our people with our organization’s core values. Our aim is to create an empowered, collaborative, and high-performing team that embodies excellence.

RESPECT

Respect is a fundamental value for us, and we, as a team, play a crucial role in fostering it. This encompasses the treatment of others with dignity, kindness, and empathy. We hold everyone in high regard, recognizing each other’s abilities and respecting their boundaries and autonomy. We make a conscious effort to listen to our team, valuing their perspectives and avoiding any behavior that could cause harm or offense. Ultimately, respect is crucial for nurturing caring relationships, building understanding, and fostering harmony within our team.

LOYALTY

We are wholeheartedly committed to supporting our company, its valued employees, and our esteemed clients, and we will go to great lengths to safeguard their best interests. We prioritize building relationships with them that are founded on trust, respect, and reliability. Our loyalty goes beyond business dealings; it involves a deep commitment to understanding and fulfilling their needs. Within our team, we aim to cultivate a sense of allegiance, promoting mutual assistance and cooperation to reach our shared objectives.

PROFESSIONALISM

We believe that embodying integrity, accountability, respect, and dedication to excellence in everything we undertake is at the heart of our core values. It involves upholding the highest standards of conduct, communication, and presentation while showcasing dependability, proficiency, and ethical judgment in our engagements with our team, clients, and stakeholders.

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Meet Our Team

“Our team of professionals has expertise in customs brokerage, freight forwarding and government licensing, permits and regulation.”

RE Elefan

Rhea E. Elefan

President/CEO

Master in Customs Administration
Customs Broker
CBLE 2008 – 13th Placer
Ms. Elefan has been in the Customs Brokerage and Freight Forwarding Services for more than 20 years.

K Pregoner

Karen H. Pregoner

Chief Operations Officer (COO)

Customs Broker
CBLE 2008 – 3rd Placer
FDA QPIRA Holder

G Miranda

Grace P. Miranda

VP - External Affairs

Licensed Dangerous
Goods Specialist
AFPI IATA DGR 2016 - 1st Placer

R Sison

Regie P. Sison

VP Operations - Brokerage

Customs Broker CBLE 2008 - 12th Placer