Steve Kapsner
About Steve Kapsner
Steve Kapsner serves as the Senior Vice President at MODE Transportation, bringing over three decades of experience in the transportation and logistics industry. His career includes leadership roles at various companies, where he has demonstrated expertise in strategy implementation and people development.
Work at MODE Transportation
Steve Kapsner has served as Senior Vice President at MODE Transportation since 2021. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing operations and implementing strategies that enhance the company's logistics services. His leadership is focused on improving efficiency and driving growth within the organization. MODE Transportation operates in Rockwall, Texas, and is recognized for its commitment to delivering reliable transportation solutions.
Previous Experience in Transportation and Logistics
Before joining MODE Transportation, Steve Kapsner held various significant positions in the transportation and logistics sector. He worked as Director of Transportation at Tuesday Morning from 2019 to 2021, and prior to that, he served as Corporate Director of Transportation at Mountaire Farms from 2016 to 2019. His experience also includes roles as Director of Transportation at Pilgrim's Pride and Vice President of Logistics at Smithfield Foods. These positions have contributed to his extensive knowledge and expertise in the industry.
Education and Expertise
Steve Kapsner earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Natural Science with a minor in Logic from Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, where he studied from 1980 to 1984. His educational background provides a foundation for his extensive experience in leadership, marketing, planning, budgeting, and P&L management within the transportation and logistics industry.
Leadership and Change Management Skills
Steve Kapsner is recognized as a change agent in the transportation and logistics field. He has a proven ability to translate strategic objectives into actionable plans, which has led to positive outcomes in his various roles. His focus on leadership and people development has been instrumental in fostering effective teams and enhancing operational performance throughout his career.
Career Timeline
Steve Kapsner's career spans several decades in the transportation and logistics industry. He began his career at C.H. Robinson Worldwide, Inc. as an Office Manager from 1987 to 1993. He then progressed through various roles, including Business Development Executive at Sam Dunn Enterprises from 2013 to 2016, before taking on leadership positions at Pilgrim's Pride, Smithfield Foods, Mountaire Farms, and Tuesday Morning. His diverse experience has equipped him with a comprehensive understanding of the industry.