Press Releases
Kenco VP of IT, Kristi Montgomery, to Speak about Business Intelligence at 14th Annual Logistics CIO
17 February 2012
Kristi Montgomery, Kenco’s VP of Information Technology, will present at The 14th Annual Logistics CIO Forum, being held February 28th and 29th in Chicago. She will be part of a panel discussing how logistics companies leverage data to be more nimble, efficient and effective.
During the panel, Kristi will present how Kenco used a phased approach to implement its business intelligence solution. This approach allowed Kenco to determine users’… Read more
Kenco Partners with Aberdeen Group on Report: Fulfillment Excellence and Dynamic Event Warehousing
12 January 2012
Kenco, a leading provider of value-added distribution, public warehousing, transportation services and intelligent information technology, has partnered with The Aberdeen Group to publish a report focusing on operational excellence in the distribution sector. The report entitled “Fulfillment Excellence and Dynamic Event Warehousing Come of Age,” benchmarks the best-in-class companies, as well as requirements for success.
The research… Read more
Kenco COO, Andy Smith, to Speak at SMC3 Conference on Operational Excellence
11 January 2012
Andy Smith, Kenco’s Chief Operating Officer, will present at the SMC3 2012 Jump Start Conference, being held January 16-18, in Atlanta, Ga. He will be a part of a thought provoking panel discussion entitled “Creating a Supply Chain Center of Excellence.”
During this session, Andy will present how Kenco delivers operational excellence and handles talent management through the use of its Kenco Operating System. This system is an enterprise-wide… Read more
Kenco to Manage Additional Warehouse for Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc.- Footprint Increasing
16 August 2011
Kenco, a leading provider of integrated logistics solutions, real estate services, and material handling equipment, is pleased to announce a significant expansion of warehouse space managed for Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. (GMCR) at a new location in Robbinsville, N.J.
Since May 2007, Kenco has been managing direct-to-consumer U.S. distribution at two GMCR distribution centers (DCs): one in Chattanooga, Tenn. and the other in Chino,… Read more
David Caines Appointed President, Kenco Logistic Services and Kenco Transportation Services
12 July 2011
Kenco, a leading provider of integrated logistics solutions, real estate services, and material handling equipment, has announced the executive appointment of David Caines to President of Kenco Logistic Services, LLC (KLS) and Kenco Transportation Services, LLC (KTS). His previous title was Senior Vice President of Operations.
In his new role, Caines will have full operating responsibility for KLS and KTS.
“This appointment demonstrates… Read more
Kenco Appoints Sean Coakley Senior Vice President of Sales & Marketing
12 July 2011
Kenco, a leading provider of integrated logistics solutions, real estate services, and material handling equipment, has announced the executive appointment of Sean Coakley to the position of Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing.
Coakley will set strategic direction for sales and marketing activities for all of the Kenco operating companies.
“Sean’s experience in the industry is a valuable asset to the Kenco team,” said… Read more
Kenco Governance Continues With Next Generation of Founding Families
12 May 2011
Kenco, a leading provider of integrated logistics solutions, real estate services, and material handling equipment, has announced that Jane Kennedy Greene has purchased controlling interest in the Kenco family of companies, and is now Chairman of the Board and CEO.
“I’ve grown up with Kenco,” Greene said. “and I’m honored to lead this amazing team of dedicated people who—every day—demonstrate the meaning of quality.” Greene… Read more
Kenco Appoints Deni Albrecht Leader of Sustainability
23 March 2011
Kenco, a leading provider of logistics, transportation, real estate services, and material handling equipment, has announced the executive promotion of Deni Albrecht to leader of sustainability. His previous title was senior logistics engineer for Kenco Management Services.
According to Gary Mayfield, Kenco CEO, “We selected Deni to be the sustainability champion for the entire Kenco family of companies based on his established leadership… Read more
Kenco Transportation Management will Host Hazmat Training Seminars April 5-7
21 March 2011
Kenco Transportation Management will host seminars on the transportation and handling of hazardous materials on April 5-7. These seminars have been developed in response to a need by industry, carrier, and local government for accurate and current hazardous material information. The courses offer a comprehensive database for dealing with the complexities of hazardous material transportation by truck, air and water. Federal regulations… Read more
Kenco Launches Integrated Website
17 March 2011
Kenco, a leading provider of logistics, transportation, real estate services, and material handling equipment, launched a new website that integrates its family of companies under a single brand.
“Since our founding in 1950, Kenco’s growth has been focused on providing more complete services for our customers,” says Gary Mayfield, Kenco CEO. “Now our website reflects not only the true breadth of our services, but also our unified… Read more
Kenco Releases 2010 Corporate Responsibility Report
15 February 2011
The Kenco Family of Companies—a leading provider of logistics, transportation, real estate services, and material handling equipment—released its first Corporate Responsibility Report. The 23-page document summarizes Kenco’s success in key areas including sustainability during 2010.
“At Kenco, sustainability embraces the right of future generations to enjoy a quality of life that is equal to or better than what we cherish today,”… Read more
Kenco Family of Companies 2010 Year in Review
01 February 2011
Kenco, one of the most respected names in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry, has released its 2010 Year End Report for the Kenco Family of Companies, including Kenco Logistic Services (KLS), JDK Real Estate, Kenco Material Handling Solutions (KMHS), and Kenco Transportation Management.
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In 2010, the Kenco Family of Companies not only celebrated… Read more
Kenco Logistic Services Marks 60th Anniversary
02 August 2010
Kenco Logistic Services LLC (KLS), one of the most respected names in the third-party logistics (3PL) industry, today observed the launch of its business 60 years ago, on August 1, 1950.
“Today’s Kenco is a sophisticated, privately-held company dedicated to ongoing, robust investments in information technology, smart people, and state-of-the art sustainable facilities,” says Andy Smith, president and COO. “We have focused on… Read more