William Kerr

CEO of Edge Logistics and recognized as a 2021 Crain's 40 under 40 honoree

William Kerr is the Chief Executive Officer of Edge Logistics, a Chicago-based third-party logistics company he co-founded in 2014. He has played a pivotal role in the company's growth, transitioning from President to CEO in February 2023. Under his leadership, Edge Logistics has experienced significant revenue increases, with projections for 2022 reaching approximately $150-160 million.1 3 4

Kerr's career in logistics began after he worked as a logistics broker at Echo Global Logistics from 2011 to 2013. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from DePaul University.2 3 7 His leadership has been recognized in the industry, as he was named in Crain's Chicago Business 40 Under 40 in 2021.2 6

Edge Logistics is known for its innovative technology-driven solutions, particularly its digital freight-matching platform, "Capacity," which has contributed to its recognition on the Inc. 5000 list for six consecutive years as one of America's fastest-growing private companies.4 5

Highlights

Aug 21 · newswire.com

Edge Logistics Announces CEO Transition Amid New Leadership ...

Oct 24 · freightwaves.com

Edge Logistics fighting through the freight brokerage winter

Aug 16 · edgelogistics.com

News - Edge Logistics Recognized on the 2023 Inc. 5000 for a 6th ...

Oct 24 · youtube.com

E86: The Edge Logistics Story with William Kerr - YouTube

Experience

Chief Executive Officer at Edge Logistics since February 2023

President at Edge Logistics (August 2014 - February 2023), Logistics Broker at Echo Global Logistics (November 2011 - April 2013), Intern at Mesirow Financial (2010 - 2011)

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication from DePaul University (2008 - 2011); Attended The George Washington University (2008 - 2009)