“ESOP Transition – A Rewarding Experience”
Brian Krenke has been at the helm of Green Bay-based KI as president and CEO since 2018. With over 30 years of experience at KI, Brian has held leadership positions across various departments, including sales, product management, vertical markets and marketing. He was instrumental in transitioning KI to an employee-owned organization and has helped forge partnerships with industry giants such as Microsoft, Amazon and Meta, cementing KI’s standing as a premier partner in the industry.
Beyond KI, Brian actively contributes to the business community. He is a northeast Wisconsin member of Vistage (formerly The Executive Committee), a global peer advisory organization for business leaders. Additionally, he serves on the board of directors for BIFMA, the Business & Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association. Brian’s commitment extends to the Do Great Things Initiative, a program that empowers students at Green Bay West High School by removing financial barriers to higher education.
Brian holds a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Outside of work, Brian enjoys spending time with his family and cheering on his Wisconsin Badgers.