Jeffery J. Milstein is a seasoned maritime professional with a diverse background in operations and security. With over 25+ years of experience, Jeffery has held pivotal roles in the maritime industry, serving as the Director of Operations for the largest independently held maritime ship agency in North America. During his tenure, he attended tens of thousands of vessel port calls, showcasing his expertise in handling complex logistical challenges.

Transitioning to a global scale, Jeffery assumed the role of Global Director of Operations for the world’s largest maritime security and PMSC firm. His responsibilities in physical security and compliance spanned across seven continents, where he attended and oversaw operations in critical areas such as the Gulf of Aden for anti-piracy efforts, West Africa for reconstitution of ports to Antarctica for fisheries enforcement, and search and rescue operations in the world’s most challenging maritime environment.

Currently, Jeffery very proudly serves as a Senior Vessel Operator and the Director of Security at Vitol, Inc., the world’s largest trading house which moves over 8M bbls/day of oil along with other products, renewables, power, etc. Jeffery also represents Vitol on various committees, including but not limited to the OSAC Energy, Cyber, and Matamoros chapters. Additionally, he contributes his expertise to USCG AMSC’s in the North East and US Gulf as well as harbor safety committees across the US, demonstrating his commitment to advancing industry standards and safety protocols. Jeffery’s extensive experience and dedication make him a respected leader in the maritime community.