Bernie Kamps, founder of Kamps, Inc., will continue serving as the board’s Executive Chairman.

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Kamps names Mitchell Kamps as CEO

Kamps names Mitchell Kamps as CEO

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Kamps, Inc., a portfolio company of Freeman Spogli & Co. and one of the nation’s largest pallet companies, announced three executive role changes – effective immediately. Mitchell Kamps, 28-year veteran of the company, will be promoted to CEO.

Kevin Bailey, a multi-industry veteran who previously served as Kamps’ Chief Operating Officer (COO), will be promoted to President and COO.

Bernie Kamps, founder of Kamps, Inc., will continue serving as the board’s Executive Chairman.

Prior to his current role as President, Mitchell Kamps, was the Executive Vice President of Sales and Operations. Before that, Mitchell held numerous leadership roles involving strategy, operations, and sales; including Vice President of Sales, Regional Sales Manager, and Plant Manager at Kamps. Mitchell Kamps also plays an active role in the greater pallet industry, currently serving as a board member on the Pallet Foundation; a non-profit organization aimed at furthering research, education, and positive environmental impact in the pallet industry.

Prior to his current role as Chief Operating Officer for Kamps, Inc., Kevin Bailey was the Chief Operating Officer for Haworth, Inc., a global office furniture manufacturer. Before that, Bailey was the Vice President of Global Operations for Haworth. 

Bernie Kamps has served as CEO of the company since its inception in 1973. As Founder and CEO, he has had overall responsibility for leading the company’s growth for the past 50 years.

Kamps, Inc. specializes in supplying high quality wooden pallets, comprehensive pallet recycling services, and total pallet management services to diverse supply chains across the US.