'ColdPort Appoints Seasoned Financial Executive as New Chief Financial Officer to Drive Next Phase of Growth'

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ColdPort Appoints Seasoned Financial Executive as New Chief Financial Officer to Drive Next Phase of Growth

DALLAS, TX – January 12, 2026 – ColdPort, a rapidly growing leader in temperature-controlled warehousing and logistics, is proud to announce the appointment of Elena Rostova as the company’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), effective immediately. Ms. Rostova brings over two decades of high-level financial leadership experience in the global supply chain, industrial real estate, and technology sectors, positioning ColdPort to successfully navigate its aggressive expansion strategy.

In her role as CFO, Ms. Rostova will oversee all financial operations, including corporate finance, accounting, treasury, tax, and investor relations. She will play a critical role in strategic planning, capital allocation, and driving the financial performance necessary to support ColdPort’s ongoing domestic consolidation and international market entry.

"We are absolutely thrilled to welcome Elena to the ColdPort executive team," said David Simpkins, Founder & CEO of ColdPort. "As we transition from a regional powerhouse to a globally recognized player in the cold chain sector, the complexity of our financial operations requires a leader of extraordinary caliber. Elena’s deep expertise in structuring complex real estate transactions, optimizing capital structures, and driving technological integration within finance departments makes her the perfect fit for this critical juncture in our company’s history."

Ms. Rostova joins ColdPort from a multinational industrial real estate investment trust (REIT), where she served as Senior Vice President of Corporate Finance. During her tenure, she was instrumental in securing over $2 billion in debt and equity financing, executing several high-profile cross-border acquisitions, and leading the financial integration of multiple legacy businesses. Earlier in her career, she held senior finance roles at a major global logistics provider, where she modernized financial reporting systems and significantly improved working capital efficiency.

"I am incredibly excited to join ColdPort at such a transformative moment for the company and the industry at large," stated Elena Rostova. "ColdPort has already differentiated itself through its exceptional operational model and commitment to technological innovation. My focus will be on building a robust, scalable financial infrastructure that not only supports our rapid expansion but also drives enhanced value for our stakeholders. The opportunity to help shape the future of the global cold chain is truly compelling, and I look forward to working with David and the entire team to realize that vision."

Ms. Rostova’s appointment comes on the heels of a record-breaking fiscal year for ColdPort, marked by significant revenue growth, the launch of two new major facilities, and the successful rollout of the company’s proprietary warehouse management system. Her initial priorities will include optimizing the company's capital structure to fund upcoming greenfield developments and enhancing internal analytics to drive further operational efficiencies across the existing portfolio.

Ms. Rostova holds an MBA from the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

About ColdPort ColdPort is a premier provider of temperature-controlled supply chain solutions, offering advanced warehousing and logistics services. By prioritizing technology, sustainability, and operational excellence, ColdPort ensures the safe and efficient management of temperature-sensitive products for leading global brands.

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