Ken Evans

About Ken Evans

I\'m the son of a good man, child of an angel, brother of a wild one, lover of a beauty, and father of blessings- Third Day\". This pretty much sums up who I am as a follower of the narrow path that leads to life. Professionally, Ken Evans is the visionary founder and CEO/CTO of Konexial, a leading logistics technology innovator, consistently named to the FreightTech 100 list (2019–2025). With a passion for transforming supply chains, Ken drives Konexial to deliver cutting-edge solutions that simplify logistics, enhance operational efficiency, and create substantial economic value for customers. Konexial’s Geo-Operations platform revolutionizes logistics by empowering businesses to operate smarter, safer, and more profitably. Key innovations include: Live Supply Chain (LSC): enabling live operations to an ever changing world. GoLoad: Trusted, dynamic matching of shipping demand and supply. Zero-Integration Fleet (ZIF): Comprehensive edge-to-cloud tech stack, integrating telematics, ELD, AI-powered video, and Transport Management System (TMS). Supply Chain Optimization: Reducing inefficiencies and unlocking cost savings. AI-Enabled Decision Making: Improving control and proactively mitigating risks. High-Impact Sales Strategy: Aligning solutions with customer goals for measurable outcomes. Enterprise Software & SaaS: Seamlessly integrating scalable technology solutions. Workflow Automation: Streamlining processes for long-term, sustainable success. Ken’s leadership is guided by a commitment to creating shareholder value through customer-centric innovation. By prioritizing efficiency, profitability, and competitive advantage, Konexial builds enduring partnerships that drive transformative results.

Experience

1. CEO, CTO, and Founder

   Konexial

   Oct 2016 — Present · Knoxville, TN, US

   Konexial turns complexity into clarity.Founder, CEO, and CTO.Konexial reimagines supply chain, logistics, and asset management with Geo-Operations powered by Ki™—a unified, intelligent platform that eliminates IT risks, manual workarounds, and fragmented systems. By replacing multiple tools with one native solution, we provide end-to-end visibility and empower organizations to operate smarter, safer, and more profitably.From dispatch and load tendering to multi-stop workflow automation, telematics, freight fraud prevention, QR code-enabled inventory tracking, real-time operational insights, and Live Freight Matching via GoLoad mode,What sets us apart is our commitment to continuous innovation and customer-driven improvement—delivering exceptional experiences from pre-sales through ongoing support. With Geo-Operations powered by Ki™, we give you the technology to lead—not just keep up—so you can scale your business with confidence and control.

Education

• Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee

  Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management

  1987 — 1991

• East Tennessee State University

  MBA, Finance, Operations

• Doyle High School

  HS Diploma, Technology & Business

  1984 — 1987

Skills

• Supply Chain Management
• Warehousing
• Transportation
• Inventory Management
• Forecasting
• International Business
• Negotiation
• Planning
• Global Logistics
• Nafta
• Apics
• Global Manufacturing
• Raw Materials
• Supply Chain
• Production Planning
• Chemicals
• Materials Management
• Six Sigma
• Complexity Reduction
• Global Sourcing
• Cost Savings
• Mro
• Mrp
• Jit
• Lean Manufacturing
• Trade Compliance
• Supplier Management
• Supply
• Strategic Sourcing
• Operational Excellence
• Americas
• Logistics
• Freight
• Cost Reduction
• Procurement
• Supply Management
• Project Planning
• Leadership
• Transportation Management
• Change Management