dispatch & administration
Cindy Ault, X139HR / Safety & Compliance Manager / Operations Manager/ Maintenance Co-Ordinator Cindy, who wears many hats at KBD, is one of the first to arrive to lead the charge each day. Cindy is a wealth of knowledge and the go-to for all hiring, personnel & group benefit issues. Cindy has been front-and-center, managing the daily COVID-19 issues, and also oversees all maintenance, safety, security, border & compliance issues and shares the Operations Manager role with Bruce, always acting in his absence. cindy@kbdtransportation.com |
Carol Corry
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Angie Fahrngruber, X138Dispatcher & Planner Angie, although new to the KBD team this year, has settled nicely into her role as a dispatcher, supporting her team of drivers from pickup to delivery. Angie is the in-house expert when it comes to ACE and ACI border crossing paperwork. angie@kbdtransportation.com |
Kaitlyn Geurkink, X108Accounting Assistant / Analyst Kait, originally hired as a co-op student, recently completed her Business Admin. degree from Nippissing University. Contact Kait for all payroll & accounts payable questions. Kait has recently paired with Meg to create the monthly safety initiatives! kaitlyn@kbdtransportation.com |
Meghan Laming, X101Dispatcher & Planner / Trainer / ELD Specialist / Safety & Performance Meg, who holds a Custom & Border Services diploma from Loyalist College, recently re-joined the Dispatch team to offer her support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Meg is dispatching regional drivers, training staff, is the resident ELD expert, and regularly assists drivers with their technical needs. Meg has kept her hand in safety & performance and will return to her Maintenance Co-Ordinator role once the special needs of the pandemic subside. meghan@kbdtransportation.com |
Jamie Mitchell
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Bruce Mullin, X111CEO, President & Operations Manager Bruce, a former O/O himself, brings with him years of experience and enjoys operating from the trenches. Bruce has reinserted himself in Dispatch, overseeing the procuring and scheduling of loads, and has been focused on keeping the trucks moving during the pandemic. A networker at heart, Bruce enjoys social interactions with his team and can always be counted on for a good story or two. brucem@kbdtransportation.com |
PamELA Mullin, X110CFO & Business Advisor Pam, who holds an Honours B.Comm. from Queen's University, recently completed a Master's degree in leadership studies. Pam focuses her time on strategy, finance, and oversight. pam@kbdtransportation.com |
Chantal Ouellette, X105Accounts Receivable & Credit Manager Chantal, who switches effortlessly between English and French, works Monday and Tuesday full days, as well as Thursday mornings. Chantal oversees and manages all billings and customer credits, following up with drivers and customers to ensure the operations' efficiency and success. Contact Chantal for all Accounts Receivable issues. chantal@kbdtransportation.com |
Steacy Skakum
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Stephanie Smith
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Marissa Swerdfeger, X106
Accounting, Administration & Finance Manager Marissa, after years of dedication, recently graduated with an Honours Accounting designation from Algonquin College. Marissa oversees all Office & Administration staff, is the go-to for all accounting and finance issues, manages licensing and authorities for the operation, and keeps the back office support system running smoothly. marissa@kbdtransportation.com |
Emma Veltkamp
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"A great employee is like a four leaf clover, hard to find and lucky to have."
- SOMEONE ONCE SAID
Mechanics & Garage Labourers
The team that keeps the KBD equipment running ...
Wesley AlexanderWes, who recently completed his Level III Truck & Coach Apprenticeship at Algonquin College, found himself only days away from writing his Truck & Coach Technician exam before the pandemic hit and the exam was postponed. Wes is a valuable piece of the pie at KBD, and can always be counted on, day or night, weekday or weekend, to be available to keep KBD's trucks rolling. |
Riley BarryRiley, who is also a Level III Truck & Coach Apprentice, found himself in the same predicament as Wes! Riley is an easy-going, hard-working, and always dependable mechanic. Riley is a very valuable piece of the KBD pie, partly because he is so pleasant to work with but also because he can be counted on to do whatever needs to be done, no questions asked. |
Toby MullinToby, who is a fully-licensed Truck & Coach Technician, takes pride in overseeing the Garage team to ensure that KBD's fleet of equipment is running smoothly, safely and efficiently on the road. Toby is also the business owner of Mullin Diesel, managing the diesel needs of small business equipment fleets during evenings and weekends. toby@kbdtransportation.com |
Quade MullinQuade is a grade 9 student that is assisting with cleaning and upkeep in the shop as well as learning from the mechanics about truck maintenance. He hopes to one day get his Truck & Coach license. In the meantime, when he's not working or going to school, Quade enjoys dirt biking and fishing. |
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"There is no situation like the open road and seeing things completely afresh.”
- SOMEONE ONCE SAID
Over-the-road Drivers
The team who travel overnight to U.S. & Canadian locations but still make it home weekly, most often twice weekly ...
KRYSTAL BOURDAGESKrystal is hopefully the first of many long-distance female drivers to come. Krystal manages her time on the road very efficiently and says she truly enjoys the freedom of driving. When she is home she likes to spend time with her boyfriend and her friends. Krystal isn't afraid of a challenge. |
RICK BROADBENTRick is an well spoken and friendly driver who has worked for KBD on and off, but in the end, KBD is lucky because he seems to always come back. Rick is one of KBD's mentor trainers who enjoys spending time with his grandchildren. He is also a great cook ... so we hear! |
Etienne BruleIn the midst of a career change, Etienne recently acquired his AZ license, joined KBD's mentoring program and learned the ropes of truck driving. Etienne holds a Business Admin. degree. In his spare time, we hear that he enjoys biking with his girlfirend and step-children. |
Bob ComstockBob was once a KBD owner operator, but after taking some time off, returned as a company driver. Bob enjoys spending time with his grandchildren and his wife Linda. |
Bill duncanBill has been driving with KBD for many years and says he enjoys his home time with his wife, who is a dog groomer and part-time farmer. He is also very proud of his grandson, Jake, who is currently pursing his PhD in Switzerland. |
Kevin duperronKevin recently joined KBD and brought years of experience with him. He is a family man who enjoys spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He loves to be outdoors camping and fishing. Kevin is always there to lend a helping hand or volunteer in his free time. |
Geoff EvansGeoff is a new member of the KBD team. He previously worked in IT Security and Communication, until he discovered that driving everywhere was his favourite part of the job, so he decided to become a truck driver! Geoff is from a small town on the outskirts of London, England. |
Jason FawcettJason recently completed KBD's driver mentor program within 3 months. Jason is a twin, and comes from a family of tradesmen. He is very easy going and is very willing to learn new things. |
Jordan ferguson Jordan is a regional driver who never says no to the last load of the day! Jordan is a family man with 2 kids and likes to spend his free time coaching hockey. He is always the first to step up and offer to do something extra. |
SHAWN LAKEShawn is a long-distance driver and a driver mentor. Shawn enjoys spending time with his grandchildren, playing baseball, and camping with his family. Since re-locating to Iroquois, Shawn has became very involved in community events and can be frequently seen representing KBD at local parades. |
KEVIN MCMARTINKevin is a skilled company driver and a dad of three with a new baby girl born just this year! Kevin likes rock music and camping with his family. He seems to be a quiet soul and also a great guitar player! |
ANdre MichaudTrucking is a second career for Andre. Prior to trucking he was in corporate finance for 20 years! Andre enjoys his time outdoors riding his ATV, and spending time with his 7 children and 3 dogs. Andre is currently training under our mentoring program with his uncle Aurel! |
AUREL PANCIUKAside from trucking, Aurel is also a very skilled carpenter. In his spare time he is often helping friends with renos and odd jobs. He decided to join the trucking industry when he was 65. Aurel, who can be quite entertaining, is a twin to Michael! |
MICHAEL PANCIUKPrior to truck driving Michael was a supervisor at Marine Engines in Nova Scotia. He was 64 when he went for a career change and obtained his AZ. Michael enjoys carpentry and reading, and is a twin to Aurel! |
Christopher pyperChris, the son of regional driver, Harold Pyper, recently completed our driver mentor program and trained with mentor Chris Sands. Chris enjoys being outdoors, fishing, and spending time with his young family. |
Darla QuinnDarla joins the KBD with array of trucking experience, having trucked the ice roads in Northern Canada and Fort Chipewyan, AB. Darla is a native of Nova Scotia and she enjoys spending her spare time gardening and using her skills in floral design. |
AARON REESORAaron is one of our longest standing drivers, has been driving with KBD for almost 15 years. Don't let his quietness fool you. He is super friendly, always a smile on his face and a sense of humour. He is very dependable and a hard worker who never goes home before the work is done. |
Frank SolomoniKBD is pleased that Frank decided to re-join the KBD team! When not at work, Frank enjoys hunting and spending family time with his wife and two children. |
RANDY STUARTRandy is a great representative for our company and takes pride in his truck. Prior to driving, Randy was a camera operator, producer, and character on the Canadian hunting and cooking show "Heeb 'n Rob." These days, in his spare time, Randy promotes events with Backstage Pass Promotions, often working with big names in the music industry for festivals or bringing in WWE wrestling legends to smaller cities. |
NICK THOMASNick, a recent graduate of our mentoring program, is well on his way to becoming a great driver. He likes life on the road, and says that he feels like he is camping every night. |
WINSTON VISSERWinston, a part-time pastor, enjoys reading, relaxing, and helping churches with charity work. He is a great planner and ensures the job is done well. Winston often brings fresh cut flowers to the office that have been grown by his wife. |
PETER WALSHPeter is an experienced driver with over 20 years under his belt. He has a great sense of humour and when he isn't trucking you can find him helping out at his local legion. |
Aaryn WigleAaryn recently joined the KBD team alongside his good friend Kevin! Aaryn loves to cook, read and spend time at home with his kids. |
"If you're crazy enough to do what you love for a living, then you're bound to create a life that matters."
- SOMEONE ONCE SAID
Owner/Operator drivers
The team of drivers who operate and own their own trucks ...
Jeremy collinsJeremy likes to work, work, work... but when the work is done, he likes to spend time at home with his family. |
john pooleJohn has been with KBD for almost nine years, but has been a part of the trucking industry his whole life. He is very involved in racing at the Brockville speedway and supports his grandson at races. |
CHRIS SANDSChris, a former driver mentor, has shared his love of driving with many of our recruits over the years. Chris is the father of three girls and one boy, who we hope will join the KBD driving team one day. Chris and his wife, Amber, are very proud supporters of the annual Trucking-for-a-Cure, both going above and beyond to represent KBD. |
"Customers will never love a company until the employees love it first.”
- SOMEONE ONCE SAID
Regional Drivers
The team of drivers who pick up and deliver customer loads within a 150-mile radius from our Iroquois terminal ...
Rodney gunterRodney, a former driver mentor, has recently started a home renovation business Ro-Co Reno's. He is currently on leave at KBD for the summer while he works for his business. When he's not driving a truck or renovating, Rodney enjoys camping and spending time with his wife, daughters, and grandchildren. |
Andrew hillAndrew was once a KBD long-distance driver, but recently chose to go regional. He is a step-father to fellow driver team member, Jordan Ferguson, and enjoys watching his grandchildren play hockey. |
harold pyperHarold, as the longest-standing driver, has spent 19 years on the road driving for KBD. He loves to camp and spend time with his wife, children, and granddaughter. Harold, a kind soul, also loves to spoil the admin. staff with treats. |
"Know what your customers want and your company does best. Focus on where those two meet.”
- SOMEONE ONCE SAID
SHUNT Drivers
The team of drivers who shunt trailers within dedicated customer yards ...
Alex JutrasAlex, a pleasure to work with, has achieved a 4-year safe driving award. On his days and evenings off, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. |
Alex PrunerAlex is a very easy-going guy, and is always taking the time to do a little extra for the company. He enjoys spending time with his wife. |
mike van allenMike has achieved both a 10-year safe driving & 10-year service award. Mike is also a volunteer firefighter, whose keen nose and quick reaction to smoke saved the day at a customer plant this year! |
"We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence then, is not an act, but a habit.”
- SOMEONE ONCE SAID
PART TIME Drivers
The team of drivers who work part time at KBD ...
Dean AultDean is recently retired and helps KBD out when we need local loads delivered. He's been trucking his whole life and was previously an Owner Operator. Dean enjoys his time off watching NASCAR and spending time with his wife and dog. |