In this episode of Kev Talks: Real World Global Logistics, co-hosts Kevin Parkerson and Kevin Higgins sit down with David Keefauver, a seasoned leader who recently took on the role of Executive Vice President of People for J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
David offers honest insights into transitioning from 30 years in operations to HR, the role empathy plays in leadership, and how humility and a learning mindset helped him navigate a new role at one of the country’s largest logistics providers.
Listeners will appreciate David’s candor about his first few months in the new role and his gratitude for a supportive team. He also reflects on what energizes him most, building cultures where people are valued, appreciated, and empowered to do their best work.
Toward the end of the episode, the conversation turns local as David shares why he and his wife plan to eventually retire in Northwest Arkansas. From world-class mountain biking and SEC sports to surprise archery adventures, David talks about how the region offers a lifestyle that's hard to beat and why it's become a place they’re proud to call home.
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