Ari Raptis

Ari Raptis, born on October 24, 1989, in Philadelphia, is a driven entrepreneur passionate about building innovative logistics and secure transportation businesses. Deeply influenced by his Greek roots, he values hard work, resilience, and an entrepreneurial spirit, which have shaped both his personal life and career. After completing his studies in Accounting and Finance at Saint Joseph's University in 2012, Aristedis Raptis pursued his vision of founding companies that would address the challenges of emerging industries. Today, he is the founder and CEO of two successful companies—Talaria Transportation and National Secure Transportation (NST)—each playing a crucial role in their respective sectors. In 2017, Ari started Talaria Transportation, a company dedicated to providing secure and efficient transportation solutions for the cannabis industry. The company operates in 28 states and handles most of Pennsylvania’s cannabis transportation needs. Ari’s insight into the industry's logistics challenges allowed him to build a reliable service that meets the cannabis sector's complex regulatory requirements. Under his leadership, Talaria has become one of the most trusted names in cannabis transportation, providing dependable and secure solutions to cultivators, labs, and retailers. Ari launched National Secure Transportation (NST), a leading cash management and logistics service provider alongside Talaria. NST specializes in secure cash-in-transit, ATM services, and vault solutions for financial institutions and businesses. By focusing on security and efficiency, Ari built NST into a trusted provider for clients who require the safe transportation of cash and valuables. The company’s commitment to high standards of safety and customer service has earned it a solid reputation in the industry. Additionally, Ari founded Melly Home Delivery, a direct-to-consumer service that focuses on safe and compliant deliveries. This new venture is a natural extension of his commitment to innovation and consumer satisfaction, offering a reliable solution to meet the growing demand for home delivery services in regulated industries. Despite his achievements, Ari remains focused on the future. With a strong track record of success, his drive for growth and innovation continues to shape his leadership style. Ari Raptis is poised to lead his companies to even greater success, making a lasting impact on the logistics and secure transportation industries.