Kevin Backus
About Kevin Backus
Kevin Backus is the Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary at ThyssenKrupp North America, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois. He holds a J.D. from Wayne State University Law School and a B.A. in Accounting and Spanish from Hillsdale College.
Title
Kevin Backus holds the position of Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary at ThyssenKrupp North America, Inc. He is responsible for overseeing legal affairs, corporate governance, and compliance matters within the company.
Company
Kevin Backus currently works at ThyssenKrupp North America, Inc., a division of the global conglomerate ThyssenKrupp AG. ThyssenKrupp North America specializes in various sectors including industrial services, materials distribution, and manufacturing. Backus has been part of the firm since September 2008, playing a crucial role in its legal and corporate governance.
Education and Expertise
Kevin Backus earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Accounting and Spanish from Hillsdale College, where he studied from 1988 to 1992. He furthered his education at Wayne State University Law School, obtaining his Doctor of Law (J.D.) with an emphasis on Corporate Law between 1992 and 1995. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in both legal and financial disciplines.
Professional Background
Kevin Backus has accumulated over 15 years of experience in corporate law and governance. Since joining ThyssenKrupp North America, Inc. in September 2008, he has served as Senior Vice President, General Counsel, and Corporate Secretary. In this capacity, Backus handles complex legal issues, ensures compliance with regulatory standards, and oversees the company’s corporate governance framework.