Kevin Kerns
CEO and President
Kevin Kerns is known for his strategic vision and exemplary leadership in the SaaS and information technology sectors. With an impressive track record, including spearheading a $1 billion IPO and driving a staggering 110% year-over-year revenue growth for five consecutive years, Kevin has been recognized as Ernst & Young’s “Entrepreneur of the Year” in Software/E-commerce. At Hangar A, he leverages his deep expertise to innovate in the e-logistics space, offering advanced dock-to-door express air cargo solutions that significantly enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Shane Cheary
Chief Technology Officer
Shane Cheary brings over 35 years of deep software architecture and engineering expertise. His role is pivotal in transforming complex SaaS platforms and engineering operations with a strong business focus.
Shane’s leadership has been instrumental in enhancing Hangar A’s technological landscape since August 2022. Previously, he expanded the engineering discipline at Benchmark Analytics and led significant platform growth. His skills in DevOps, product management, and continuous integration ensure Hangar A remains at the forefront of e-logistics innovation. Shane’s approach combines strategic vision with operational excellence, driving technological advancements that empower both the company and its customers.
Patrick Cox
Senior Vice President of Sales
Patrick Cox is an experienced sales and business development leader with proven track record of helping early-stage and scaling SaaS organizations like FourKites Inc. and OneRail Inc. define go-to-market strategies, scale revenue and achieve growth targets, build and develop teams, increase profitability, exceed customer expectations and create empowering and creative cultures. Patrick is a Chicago native and earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Eastern Illinois University.
Thomas J Ausley II
Senior Vice President of Global Logistics
Thomas J. Ausley II is the Senior Vice President of Global Logistics at Hangar A, bringing over three decades of logistics expertise. Since April 2024, he has led the company’s global logistics strategies from Chicago. Previously, Thomas served as Vice President of Logistics at Contempo Card Company, enhancing operational efficiencies, and as President of Q&A Efficiencies and Logistics LLC, where he spearheaded industry-leading logistics solutions. His earlier roles include significant positions at Tier One Relocation LLC, W.B. Mason Company Inc., FedEx Express, and UPS. Thomas holds a Bachelor’s degree in Philosophy from the University of Rhode Island and Six Sigma certifications from Villanova University.
Trevor Woodland
Senior Director of Operations
Trevor Woodland is the Senior Director of Operations at Hangar A, where he oversees customer operations, onboarding, support, QA/QC, and system analytics. Since joining Hangar A in 2016, Trevor has played a key role in advancing product development through industry research, UX input, and regulatory analysis. His background spans software development, financial forecasting, and marketing strategy, including leadership roles at StickOutSocial and research consulting work in the social enterprise sector. Trevor holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Elizabeth Labuzienski
Senior Director of Solutions Consulting
Elizabeth Labuzienski is the Senior Director of Solutions Consulting at Hangar A, where she leads solution design and consultative engagements for enterprise clients. Her career spans aerospace, packaging, and supply chain technology, with a focus on aligning operational needs with scalable innovation. Prior to Hangar A, she held roles at project44, enVista, and Boeing, where she contributed to international strategy, pricing, and sustainability initiatives. Elizabeth holds both MBA and bachelor’s degrees from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business, with concentrations in Supply Chain Management and Chemistry.
Melissa Nations
Senior Director of Implementation Services
Melissa Nations is the Senior Director of Implementation Services at Hangar A, where she leads enterprise onboarding, solution deployment, and customer success initiatives with a focus on speed, scalability, and satisfaction. With over 15 years of experience building and scaling implementation teams in high-growth SaaS and logistics technology environments—including leadership roles at FourKites and SIM Partners—Melissa is known for her operational rigor, cross-functional collaboration, and commitment to delivering measurable client outcomes. Her expertise spans project delivery, strategic planning, process optimization, and people leadership. Melissa earned her Bachelor’s degree in Mass Communication from Illinois State University.
