CRST Executive and Leadership Team

Mike Gannon, the President & Chief Executive Officer at CRST, directs the overarching strategy and operational execution for the company's extensive transportation and logistics network. Gannon guides the enterprise's direction, ensuring alignment with market demands for dedicated services, truckload capacity, flatbed solutions, and specialized high-value product handling. Overseeing all functional areas, the President & Chief Executive Officer champions innovation in transportation management and expedited services. This leadership role involves fostering strategic partnerships and driving growth initiatives across all CRST divisions. By optimizing resource allocation and enhancing service delivery, Mike Gannon ensures CRST maintains its competitive edge in the freight industry, solidifying its position as a comprehensive logistics provider.

Jerald Kilgore, the President, Solutions at CRST, spearheads the development and delivery of CRST's comprehensive suite of transportation and logistics solutions. Kilgore directs the strategic expansion of services, including dedicated operations, truckload capacity, and specialized flatbed offerings. This leadership position involves optimizing the performance of CRST's Solutions Centers, ensuring they provide expert support for high-value product white-glove services and team expedited freight. Overseeing client engagement, the President, Solutions drives customer satisfaction and retention by tailoring logistics strategies to specific business needs. Through Jerald Kilgore's leadership, CRST enhances its market presence and reinforces its commitment to providing innovative, reliable transportation management and home delivery services across the United States.

Christopher Deschaine, the President at CRST, drives operational excellence across key segments of the company's transportation and logistics framework. Deschaine focuses on enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of CRST's core services, including dedicated transportation, truckload capacity solutions, and flatbed operations. This executive role involves optimizing fleet management and driver performance to ensure timely and secure delivery of goods. Overseeing critical operational functions, the President ensures seamless integration of transportation management systems and logistics planning. By implementing best practices in supply chain execution, Christopher Deschaine directly supports CRST's mission to provide reliable, high-quality freight services, including team expedited and home delivery, thereby strengthening the company's national footprint.

William Clement, the Group President and Chief Strategy Officer at CRST, defines and executes the long-term strategic vision for the company's expansive transportation and logistics operations. Clement leads the formulation of growth strategies, market expansion initiatives, and innovation pipelines across all CRST service offerings, including dedicated services, truckload capacity, and flatbed solutions. This pivotal role involves identifying emerging market trends and competitive landscapes to ensure CRST's sustained leadership. Overseeing strategic planning, the Group President and Chief Strategy Officer collaborates with executive leadership to align operational capabilities with future business objectives. Through William Clement's strategic direction, CRST enhances its competitive positioning and drives sustainable value in the complex transportation management and expedited services sectors.

Kavi Parupally, the Chief Information Officer at CRST, architects and executes the company's technology vision, ensuring robust digital infrastructure supports CRST's diverse transportation and logistics operations. Parupally oversees the integration of advanced IT solutions across all service lines, including dedicated services, truckload capacity, and flatbed operations. This critical role involves driving digital transformation initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and customer experience. The Chief Information Officer manages cybersecurity protocols and data integrity, safeguarding sensitive information within CRST's network. By championing technological advancements, Kavi Parupally enables seamless transportation management, team expedited services, and home delivery operations, directly contributing to the company's ability to provide comprehensive, reliable logistics solutions nationwide.