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Kevin Leonard

Director of Midwest Operations at UNIS

Kevin Leonard has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Kevin is currently serving as the Director of Midwest Operations at UNIS Fulfillment and Transportation since March 2022.

Prior to this, Kevin held the position of Terminal Manager at CST (formerly Central States Trucking Co.) from November 2016 to December 2021. In this role, they co-owned and managed 9 separate operations in 5 locations, including air import operations, which involved the recovery and handling of international air freight.

Before joining CST, Kevin worked at UPS Freight, starting as a City Driver in 2008 and progressing to roles such as Outbound Supervisor, Road Dispatcher, and finally, Service Center Manager. In these positions, they were responsible for various aspects of terminal operations, including financial management, personnel actions, equipment handling, and customer service.

Kevin also has experience in the construction industry. Kevin worked as an Owner at Title Homes from 2004 to 2007, where they oversaw the estimation, bidding, scheduling, and supervision of residential and light commercial construction projects. Prior to that, they held the position of Project Manager/Superintendent at LaMantia Design and Construction, where they managed various construction projects and secured necessary permits.

In addition, Kevin served in the Illinois Air National Guard as a Training Manager from December 2006 to 2015. Kevin supervised a team responsible for electronic communications, vehicle maintenance, supply, logistics, and training.

Before their military service, Kevin was the Owner of Robert Andrew Builders, LLC from 2001 to 2003. Kevin collaborated with engineers and local governments to obtain permits, estimated and bid construction projects, and coordinated and scheduled employees and subcontractors.

Their earliest work experience in the construction industry was as a Superintendent for New Home Construction at Abigail Homes from 1999 to 2001.

Overall, Kevin Leonard's work history demonstrates their extensive experience in operations management, logistics, construction project management, and team supervision.

Kevin Leonard is currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in General Studies at Western Illinois University, a course of study which they began in 2016 and is expected to complete in 2024. Prior to their enrollment at Western Illinois University, Kevin obtained an Associate's Degree in Communication Electronics from the Community College of the Air Force in 2014, although the specific start year for this degree is not provided.

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  • Director of Midwest Operations

    March, 2022 - present