Kenton Grimes

Kenton Grimes has a diverse and extensive work experience in the logistics and trade industry. Kenton began their career in 1998 as a Marketing Rep at CK Communications. Kenton then worked as an Import Analyst at Vastera from 1999 to 2001. Grimes then joined Menlo Worldwide Trade Services as a Brokerage Manager from 2001 to 2006. Kenton continued their career at UPS Supply Chain Solutions as a Brokerage Manager from 2004 to 2006. Grimes also worked at Lincoln Electric as an Import Compliance Manager in 2006. In the same year, they joined CH Robinson - Global Forwarding (Formerly Phoenix International) and served as a Brokerage/Compliance Supervisor from 2006 to 2009. Kenton then became the Import Manager from 2009 to 2013. Grimes transitioned to Mohawk Global in 2013, where they held various roles such as General Manager, Business Development Manager - Ohio Valley Region, Director - Transatlantic Trade Lane, and currently holds the position of Director, Business Development.

Kenton Grimes completed their bachelor's degree in Communication with a focus on Marketing at Cleveland State University from 1996 to 2000. Prior to that, they attended Brooklyn High School from 1992 to 1996. In addition, Kenton Grimes holds a US Customs Brokerage License from the US Customs and Border Protection.