While Monterey Park is known for its vibrant small businesses, the City also proves a strategic choice for world-class companies.

Carmichael International Service, a leader in customs brokerage with over 60 years of experience, chose Monterey Park as the home for its corporate headquarters.

Why Monterey Park?
Carmichael's move from Downtown Los Angeles to 1200 Corporate Center Drive in Monterey Park in 2021 underscores the City's advantages for businesses looking to grow, such as:

• Strategic Location: Convenient proximity to major freeways provides easy access to transportation networks – crucial for global trade and logistics companies.
• Attractive Environment: Monterey Park's Corporate Center on the western edge of the City offers a peaceful, well-landscaped setting for an appealing work environment to employees.
• Talent Pool: The move to Monterey Park has allowed Carmichael to retain key employees and attract new talent. The company's commitment to recruiting, training, and retaining a skilled workforce ensures it has the people needed to support its growth.
• City Cooperation: Carmichael found the City of Monterey Park easy to work with while constructing their new office.
• Dining Options: Monterey Park's diverse restaurants offer appealing lunch options for employees.

A Global Player with Local Connections

Founded in 1961 as a family-owned business, Carmichael International became a subsidiary of APL Logistics in 2012. Despite its global reach, Carmichael values its connection to Monterey Park. With its 13 branch offices across the U.S.A., Carmichael is proud to call Monterey Park the home of its corporate headquarters and largest office. The company's customized information solutions and deep industry expertise make it a valuable asset to the City's business landscape.

Carmichael understands its people are the heart of its success. The company invests heavily in recruiting, training, and retaining a talented workforce. Their well-established protocols focus on identifying skilled and motivated individuals to ensure Carmichael can deliver top-notch service in a fast-paced industry.

Carmichael's commitment to technology aligns with Monterey Park's growing reputation for innovation. The company's investments in artificial intelligence, data analytics, and blockchain exploration keep it at the forefront of customs brokerage and logistics solutions. "We envision global trade continuing to grow but also get more complex," said Todd Boice, CEO of Carmichael International Service. "Importers today need quick answers and access to lots of data and reports." To combat these challenges, Todd emphasized Carmichael's expertise, experience, robust employee retention, customized solutions, and advanced technology as crucial assets for importers.

Whether you're a Monterey Park business with international trade aspirations or an established importer, Carmichael International Service can streamline your customs processes. Their expert team and advanced technology solutions help you navigate the complexities of global trade. To learn more about how Carmichael can support your business success, please visit https://www.carmnet.com/.

Monterey Park: Open for Business

Carmichael International Service's successful relocation highlights Monterey Park as a welcoming destination for businesses of all sizes. The City's infrastructure, location, supportive environment, and access to talent create an attractive backdrop for companies seeking to establish or expand their presence in Southern California.

To find out how Monterey Park can help strategically locate your business in the heart of the San Gabriel Valley and Greater Los Angeles metropolitan area, please get in touch with the Economic Development Division at (626) 307-1385 or email EconDev@montereypark.ca.gov.