Kenneth E.

Kenneth E. is an accomplished executive with extensive experience in leadership roles across various industries. Currently serving as Executive Vice President at ITW since June 2014, Kenneth E. leads the Specialty segment, managing a portfolio of 15 global businesses. Previous positions include Group President with full P&L oversight in consumer packaging, and VP/GM roles in ITW Hi-Cone and Welding Accessories, focusing on commercial, operational, and financial management. Kenneth E. co-founded and served as Managing Partner at Energy Growth Partners from September 2011 to June 2014, overseeing investment strategies and fundraising efforts. Earlier career highlights include VP of Business Development at Apex Tool Group, LLC, and various roles at Danaher and The Timken Company. Kenneth E. holds an MBA from Harvard Business School, a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, and a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University.