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As chairman, CEO, and cofounder of Hollingsworth, Steve has witnessed the growth from a two-person operation to a full-service, multinational logistics company. The growth has come organically, through strong relationships with customers that ultimately led to successful joint venture operations that continue to this day. In addition to his continuous improvement efforts to drive excellence into Hollingsworth’s services, Steve is an active board member of the Native American Business Alliance. Participating in the decision-making of this organization as an active board member, Steve also opens the doors of his corporation for the mentorship of aspiring Native American entrepreneurs. He enjoys guiding young Native Americans as they attempt to become a viable part of the American economy.

Mike brings proven leadership and a track record of building strong, long-lasting customer relationships. By creating a culture centered on core business values, Mike has facilitated substantial business growth throughout his 30 years in the contract services and staffing industries. From 1998 to 2012, Mike was President and CEO of Diversco, a provider of outsourced services (contract cleaning, temporary staffing, security guards) to the manufacturing, logistics, and distribution sectors. During his tenure, Mike developed and executed strategic plans resulting in growth through both acquisitions and organic initiatives that increased revenues from $65 million to $275 million. Prior to joining Diversco, Mike held senior executive positions at two different divisions of National Service Industries, a $2 billion multi-business company based in Atlanta, Georgia. He first served as executive vice president and COO at Selig Chemical Inc., a $50 million manufacturer and marketer of industrial cleaning chemicals where he was responsible for manufacturing, distribution, and sales. Most recently, he was senior vice president with National Linen Service, a $500 million industrial laundry company specializing in providing uniform and hospitality textile rental products. At National Linen, Mike had full P&L responsibility for a $100 million manufacturing, sales, and distribution business; he also served as vice president of sales, overseeing national accounts, marketing, and a large national sales force. Mike is a graduate of the University of New Hampshire and the Executive Development Consortium for Senior Managers at Emory University.

Paul Verst is a Board Of Directors at Northern Kentucky Regional Alliance, President's Advisory Council Board Member at Xavier University, and Board of Directors at Horizon Community Funds of Northern Kentucky and is based in Walton, Kentucky. He has worked as Past Board of Directors, International Warehouse Logistics Association (IWLA) at IWLA; Past Board Member at Gateway Community and Technical College Foundation Inc; and Hall of Fame Nominating Committee Board at Xavier University. Paul works or has worked as MEMBER at CSCMP, MEMBER at Warehousing Educational Research Council, and BOARD MEMBER at Technical College Foundation. He studied at Xavier University between 1973 and 1979, Xavier University between 1973 and 1977, and Covington Catholic High School between 1972 and 1973.