Kathy Lodico

Kathy Lodico is an accomplished professional with extensive leadership experience in operations management and continuous improvement across various industries. Currently serving as the Director of Continuous Improvement at The Cary Company since August 2020, Kathy previously held the position of Director of Operations for the Coatings Division at Tennant Company, where management of a $35M operation included strategic planning and Lean applications. Prior roles include Global Operations Director at Kester, overseeing an $80M operation, and Business Unit Director for Anderson Fittings, managing a $13M division. Kathy's experience also encompasses operations management at John Crane and Borg Warner Automotive, highlighting expertise in budgeting, quality assurance, safety, and process improvements. Educational qualifications include a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from Bradley University and a Master of Business Administration from the Illinois Institute of Technology.