Kipp Connell

Kipp started with Garney in 2015 after working in information technology (IT) for the Lawrence, Kansas, Police Department for 11 years. Kipp was hired as Garney’s first IT Manager. Since joining the team, he has developed a responsive and agile IT team that maintains the systems that keep our business running efficiently. He has also made significant improvements in Garney’s backend security. Kipp’s integrity, positive attitude, and approach to problem-solving have facilitated improvements in all the behind-the-scenes systems that support and protect Garney’s employee-owners. Kipp attended Washburn University and holds degrees in information technology and business administration. He is based in the Kansas City headquarters office.