Kong Thao
About Kong Thao
Kong Thao serves as the Director of Logistics and Distribution at GrowGeneration Corp, a position he has held since 2019. He has extensive experience in logistics and distribution, having worked in various roles at companies such as CEVA Logistics, BWGS, LLC, and Gap Inc./Old Navy.
Current Role at GrowGeneration
Kong Thao serves as the Director of Logistics and Distribution at GrowGeneration Corp. He has held this position since 2019, contributing to the company's operations in West Sacramento, California. In this role, he oversees logistics strategies and distribution processes, ensuring efficient supply chain management to support the company's growth in the hydroponics and gardening industry.
Previous Experience in Logistics
Kong Thao has extensive experience in logistics and distribution. He worked at CEVA Logistics in various roles, including Transportation Supervisor, Business Development Manager, and Business Performance Analyst. His tenure at CEVA Logistics spanned from 2007 to 2013, where he developed skills in transportation management and business performance analysis. Additionally, he served as Distribution Center Manager at BWGS, LLC from 2017 to 2019, managing operations in the Sacramento area.
Educational Background
Kong Thao studied at Colorado State University-Global Campus, where he pursued further education to enhance his professional skills. He also attended DeVry University-California from 2013 to 2015, focusing on subjects relevant to his career in logistics and management. His foundational education was completed at Washington Union High School.
Career Progression in Logistics
Throughout his career, Kong Thao has held several key positions in logistics and supply chain management. He began his career as a Process Coordinator at Gap Inc./Old Navy from 2004 to 2007. He later worked as a Team Leader at APL Logistics in 2015 and as a Supervisor at Saia Inc. from 2014 to 2015. This diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the logistics industry.