Eugene D. “Gene” Seroka
Executive Director,
Port of Los Angeles

Gene Seroka is Executive Director of the Port of Los Angeles, the busiest container port in North America that has set multiple monthly and quarterly cargo records, during his tenure: In his role, Gene interacts with a wide range of stakeholders and is advocates for rules-based trade agreements that benefit American exporters and manufacturers. He is responsible for managing a $2.6-billion budget, advancing major capital projects, growing trade volume and promoting innovative, sustainable practices that strengthen the region’s economy. Under his direction, the Port has led in adopting cutting-edge technologies to improve the reliability, predictability and efficiency of cargo across global seaborne trade and has set ambitious goals for zero-emission cargo-handling equipment and heavy-duty trucks over the next decade. Gene also oversees Port green and digital shipping corridor partnerships with China, Japan, Singapore and Vietnam.
Under Gene’s direction, the Port created a Public Access Investment Plan in 2015 and has funded more than $230 million in public-serving waterfront infrastructure. He has served on five federal committees to enhance speed and efficiency of cargo movement and supply chain optimization and has prioritized training and workforce development in the goods movement sector. A leader in shipping, global logistics and executive management, Gene is vice president for North America of the International Association of Ports and Harbors. He was profiled in 2024 by the Los Angeles Times as part of its “L.A. Influential” series and earned the Stanley T. Olafson Award from the Los Angeles Area Chamber of Commerce as well as recognition by Lloyd’s List as the preeminent source on supply chain, earning him a spot on its 2021 list of Top 100 most influential people in shipping. Gene holds an MBA and B.S. degree in Marketing from the University of New Orleans.