Mohawk Global is proud to announce that Karen Damon, Vice President of Regulatory Compliance at Mohawk Global, has been elected President of the National Customs Brokers & Forwarders Association of America, Inc. (NCBFAA).
Karen was elected during the NCBFAA Annual Conference held in San Antonio, Texas, on April 16, 2026. She most recently served as Vice President of the association from December 2025 until her election, and previously held the role of Treasurer, demonstrating a strong track record of leadership and service within the organization.
Karen joined Mohawk Global in 2024 and is widely respected for her expertise in regulatory compliance and international trade. Her election to President of the NCBFAA reflects her longstanding commitment to advancing the customs brokerage and freight forwarding profession.
“It is an honor to serve in this capacity. This national association plays a vital role in advocating for its members and supporting the facilitation and compliance of legitimate trade. I look forward to leading the association in advancing its mission and strengthening the effectiveness of the industry’s collective voice,” said Karen Damon.
Headquartered in the Washington, D.C. metro area, the NCBFAArepresents more than 1,300 member companies and over 110,000 employees across the international trade sector. Its members include the nation’s leading freight forwarders, customs brokers, ocean transportation intermediaries (OTIs), non-vessel-operating common carriers (NVOCCs), and air cargo agents, collectively serving more than 250,000 importers and exporters.
“Karen’s election to President of the NCBFAA is a reflection of her integrity, depth of knowledge, and unwavering dedication to our industry,” said Gar Grannell, CEO of Mohawk Global. “She brings a thoughtful, principled approach to leadership and has long been a trusted voice within the trade community. We are incredibly proud to see her step into this role and confident in the impact she will make.”As President, Karen will help shape the organization’s strategic direction, advocate on behalf of its members, and work closely with government agencies and industry stakeholders to support efficient, compliant, and forward-thinking trade practices.