Ari Raptis, born on October 24, 1989, in Philadelphia, is a driven entrepreneur with a strong passion for innovation and business growth. Drawing inspiration from his Greek heritage and the values instilled in him by his immigrant father, he has built a successful career in the logistics and transportation industries. His father’s determination and work ethic have had a lasting impact, and he continues to carry these principles with him as he leads his companies to success.
After earning a Bachelor of Science in Accounting and Finance from Saint Joseph’s University in 2012, Ari quickly entered the entrepreneurial world, founding Talaria Transportation in 2017. The company has grown into one of Pennsylvania’s most prominent cannabis product transportation firms, now handling 60% of the state’s cannabis transport needs. Operating in 28 states, Talaria provides secure and compliant logistics solutions for the cannabis industry. He identified a gap in the market for reliable and regulated transportation services for cannabis products. He established a company that could address this need while navigating the complexities of state and federal regulations.
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