Guess The Slack Channel
This channel is where Chicago-based Flexporters get local office news, updates, and reminders.
What is #office_chicago
Book the whole container yourself — what's that called?
What is FCL (Full Container Load)
When was Flexport founded?
What is 2013
Who is our number one fulfillment client?
What is Comfrt
Flexport's free tool for calculating duty costs — name it.
What is the Tariff Simulator?
This channel is where Flexporters show off wins from AI tools they've built or used — big or small.
What is #ai-did-something-amazing
Sharing a container with other shippers — what's that called?
What is LCL (Less than Container Load)
The first Flexport office ever opened in this city.
What is San Francisco
This client makes some amazing fuzzy socks that everyone loves
What is Bombas
What does HTS stand for
What is Harmonized Tariff Schedule
This channel highlights the newest Tech and tweaks to our current tools
What is #Product-announcements
This two-letter acronym covers cargo like batteries or chemicals needing special handling.
What is DG (Dangerous Goods)
The year Flexport opened the Chicago office, now one of the largest sales & operations hubs.
What is 2018
This Cali-based apparel company blends performance and style, with comfy joggers that can take you from yoga to happy hour.
Who is Vuori
Who enforces customs rules at the border?
What is CBP (Customs and Border Protection)?
Share the logistics and trade news everyone loves to argue about.
What is #news
Name the main Incoterm in each of the 4 main categories
What is EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP
The year Flexport launched Flexport Capital, helping customers finance payments tied to their supply chain.
What is 2019
Known for its cheeky ads and grooming tools like the "Lawn Mower," this brand helped make men’s below-the-belt care mainstream.
Who is Manscaped
After you file a customs entry, when are your tariff, taxes, and duties due?
What is The Day you File
Straight from the top — the CEO's view on what's happening at Flexport.
What is #founder-updates
The legal entity responsible for customs compliance and duties on an import — three letters.
What is IOR (Importer of Record)
This Flexport office was the fastest stand-up in company history — it opened in under 60 days due to demand from enterprise accounts.
What is Hong Kong
Offering interior design services entirely online, this company helps you transform your home with the help of a professional designer—without leaving your couch. (A Chicago based account & Only Omni Client with shipments outside of our product dimensions)
Who is Havenly
What is a 7501 Customs Form?
What is a basic entry summary