Nicholas Erickson

About Nicholas Erickson

Maritime Manager with extensive knowledge and proven leadership in cargo operations, terminal, marine and port operations, vessel planning and scheduling. Significant knowledge in handling; Auto, Ro-Ro, Breakbulk, Heavy lift, and Containerized cargo. Notable career achievements: Leading the successful volume increase of 250% on container line (CHS), Operating CMA CGM T. Roosevelt first ever East Coast call to premier under the Bayonne Bridge (SAV) Assist in merger (M&A) of container operations resulting in excellent continuity of service and zero disruption in services (CHS)Pursuing opportunities in executive management across diverse areas of the maritime industry, providing the skills necessary to direct operational business units though a cooperative culture on a national scale with global implications.

Experience

1. General Manager South Atlantic

   Ports America

   Jan 2026 — Present

   Responsible for Operational and Finance performance, Business strategy and growth, as well as Employee development for the South Atlantic portfolio within Ports America, across the diverse commodity groups Auto/Roro, Breakbulk, Container, and Cruise.

Education

• American Military University

  Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), International Business

  2012 — 2013

• The Citadel

  Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management

• Alvin Community College

  Associate of Science (AS), Business Administration, Management and Operations

  2013 — 2014

• Texas A&M University

  Bachelor’s Degree, Maritime Administration with Economic minor

  2014 — 2016

Skills

• Advanced Rigging
• Team Leadership
• Security Clearance
• Container Shipping
• Terminal Operations
• Leadership
• Management
• Team Building
• Project Planning
• Leadership Development
• Customer Service
• Emergency Management
• Operations Management
• Vessel Planning
• Cargo Managment
• Military Logistics
• Break Bulk
• Terminal Services
• Weapons
• Port Management
• Hazardous Materials Training
• Strategic Planning
• Command
• Shipping
• Readiness
• First Aid
• Microsoft Office
• Firearms Handling
• Organizational Leadership
• Disaster Response
• Military Training
• Interagency Coordination
• Cargo Managment
• Hazardous Materials
• Military Operations
• Advanced Rigger
• Container Terminals
• Maritime Security
• Vessel Operations
• Logistics Management