Cat5 Resources takes proactive stance on disaster resilience
Cat5 Resources CEO Cindy Perez on how the company keeps critical infrastructure operational before , during , and after commercial power outages
Cindy Perez , CEO of Cat5 , boasts a stellar background in logistics and disaster recovery . Rising to prominence as Director of Logistics at Specialized Transportation Inc , a division of North American Van Lines , she garnered numerous awards for her oversight of Fortune 500 companies ’ logistical needs .
Her mettle was tested during Hurricane Charlie in 2004 , where she orchestrated the deployment of 800 generators and took on fuelling responsibilities when a partner company faltered .
Post-Charlie , she co-founded an emergency fueling venture , propelling it to a $ 38 million valuation with strategic contracts .
As a result of Perez ’ s expertise and determination , her venture saw 264 % growth in 2012 alone . That provided the platform for her to launch Cat5 Resources .
Initially , she focused on disaster recovery and backup power solutions for wireless carriers and various commercial and industrial sectors , but the company has gone on to become a diversified supplier of technical and operational services across the southern US , Puerto Rico , and the US Virgin Islands .
Over the past five years , Cat5 Resources has evolved its offerings beyond emergency fueling and logistics , adding facilities maintenance services and a fleet of versatile fuel trailers .
Perez says Cat5 has embraced “ a proactive stance on disaster resilience ”, by developing customised preparedness plans and launching a portable power sales and rentals division for comprehensive emergency and routine power solutions .
She explains the company ’ s mission is “ to exceed customer expectations by providing high-quality services that ensure the integrity of the nation ’ s critical infrastructures ”.
A major Cat5 customer is T-Mobile , for which it provides a suite of services across 12 markets , focusing on ensuring the reliability and efficiency of its cellular network .
“ Our role is critical in helping T-Mobile deliver a consistent , reliable service to its customers , and shows the depth and breadth of our expertise in telecoms infrastructure support ,” says Perez .
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