Knight-Swift VP Mark Kennedy Elected 2026-27 TMC Chairman

Key Details Mark Kennedy, corporate vice president of equipment at Knight-Swift Transportation, has been elected chairman and treasurer of the Technology & Maintenance Council for 2026-27. Kennedy brings 34 years of industry experience, starting as a diesel technician before moving into trailer maintenance and eventually senior leadership roles. Why It Matters Kennedy's rise through the ranks demonstrates how technical expertise and problem-solving skills can lead to industry leadership. His appointment makes him the 67th TMC general chairman and the second graduate of the Leaders of Tomorrow program to reach the top position. Career Highlights Kennedy joined Knight-Swift in 1992 and earned recognition as a go-to person for complex equipment challenges. He attended his first TMC Annual Meeting in 2015 and became deeply involved with study groups and the inaugural TLOT class in 2017, which he now oversees as a committee leader. Looking Ahead Former TMC Chairman Amanda Schuier praised Kennedy's even-keeled approach and passion for the industry. His leadership comes at a time when the TLOT program continues strengthening the pipeline of future trucking industry leaders.