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Currently, John W. Kett occupies the position of President, Chief Executive Officer & Director at IAA, Inc. and President & Chief Executive Officer at Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc., Chief Financial Officer & Senior Vice President at ADESA Impact Texas LLC and Principal at Auto Disposal Systems, Inc. (which are all subsidiaries of IAA, Inc.). Mr. Kett is also on the board of Skillsusa, Inc. and Principal at Auto Disposal Systems, Inc. and Member of The Economic Club of Chicago. In his past career Mr. Kett was Assistant Comptroller at Central Steel & Wire Co. and Controller for Vistar, Inc. Mr. Kett received a graduate degree from Northwestern University and an undergraduate degree from Northern Illinois University.
John Kett active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Auto Disposal Systems, Inc.
Auto Disposal Systems, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Provides automobile salvage pool services | Corporate Officer/Principal | 08/05/2009 |
ADESA Impact Texas LLC
ADESA Impact Texas LLC Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Manufactures and sells automobiles | Director of Finance/CFO | 08/05/2009 |
Skillsusa, Inc.
Skillsusa, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The private company is based in Leesburg, VA. SkillsUSA, Inc. is a national nonprofit student organization dedicated to workforce development, career and technical education, and leadership development. It serves over 442,000 student and teacher members across the United States and territories, operating through local chapters with programs focused on advocacy, community engagement, leadership, financial management, partner and alumni engagement, and workplace experiences. SkillsUSA offers national conferences, competitions, leadership training, and campaigns, as well as professional development opportunities, virtual training, workshops, and interactive experiences connecting students with industry professionals. The organization provides specialized programs for middle school students and maintains a discrimination-free environment. It partners with over 850 national businesses, trade associations, and unions to enhance student success and workforce readiness, and supports members with online resources, podcasts, customer care, and digital engagement. SkillsUSA’s mission is to prepare students for future careers by fostering leadership, technical skills, and community responsibility, helping students excel in skilled trades and supporting career and technical education in classrooms nationwide. | Director/Board Member | 01/01/2017 |
The Economic Club of Chicago
The Economic Club of Chicago Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit organization which dedicating to discuss economic, business and social issues | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Ravinia Capital LLC
Ravinia Capital LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Operates as an investment banking company which provides M&A advisory services | Director/Board Member | - |
Alliance of Chief Executives LLC
Alliance of Chief Executives LLC Personnel ServicesCommercial Services Operates premier organization for chief executives | Corporate Officer/Principal | - |
Committee for Economic Development
Committee for Economic Development Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides management consulting services | Director/Board Member | 01/01/2020 |
Former positions of John Kett
| Companies | Position | End |
|---|---|---|
| IAA, INC. | Chief Executive Officer | 20/03/2023 |
| CENTRAL STEEL & WIRE COMPANY | Comptroller/Controller/Auditor | - |
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| Private companies | 13 |
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Central Steel & Wire Co. LLC
Central Steel & Wire Co. LLC Metal FabricationProducer Manufacturing Distributes ferrous and nonferrous metal products | Producer Manufacturing |
Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc.
Insurance Auto Auctions, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Provides online auto auction services | Retail Trade |
ADESA Impact Texas LLC
ADESA Impact Texas LLC Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Manufactures and sells automobiles | Distribution Services |
Vistar, Inc.
Vistar, Inc. Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Provides automotive glass repair and replacement services | Consumer Services |
Northwestern University
Northwestern University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University Other Consumer ServicesConsumer Services Functions as a College/University | Consumer Services |
Auto Disposal Systems, Inc.
Auto Disposal Systems, Inc. Wholesale DistributorsDistribution Services Provides automobile salvage pool services | Distribution Services |
Committee for Economic Development
Committee for Economic Development Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Provides management consulting services | Commercial Services |
Alliance of Chief Executives LLC
Alliance of Chief Executives LLC Personnel ServicesCommercial Services Operates premier organization for chief executives | Commercial Services |
Skillsusa, Inc.
Skillsusa, Inc. Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services The private company is based in Leesburg, VA. SkillsUSA, Inc. is a national nonprofit student organization dedicated to workforce development, career and technical education, and leadership development. It serves over 442,000 student and teacher members across the United States and territories, operating through local chapters with programs focused on advocacy, community engagement, leadership, financial management, partner and alumni engagement, and workplace experiences. SkillsUSA offers national conferences, competitions, leadership training, and campaigns, as well as professional development opportunities, virtual training, workshops, and interactive experiences connecting students with industry professionals. The organization provides specialized programs for middle school students and maintains a discrimination-free environment. It partners with over 850 national businesses, trade associations, and unions to enhance student success and workforce readiness, and supports members with online resources, podcasts, customer care, and digital engagement. SkillsUSA’s mission is to prepare students for future careers by fostering leadership, technical skills, and community responsibility, helping students excel in skilled trades and supporting career and technical education in classrooms nationwide. | Commercial Services |
Ravinia Capital LLC
Ravinia Capital LLC Investment Banks/BrokersFinance Operates as an investment banking company which provides M&A advisory services | Finance |
IAA, Inc.
IAA, Inc. Specialty StoresRetail Trade Operates as a digital marketplace which connects vehicle buyers and sellers | Retail Trade |
The Economic Club of Chicago
The Economic Club of Chicago Miscellaneous Commercial ServicesCommercial Services Operates as a non-profit organization which dedicating to discuss economic, business and social issues | Commercial Services |
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