Kevin Kelly Named CEO of American Fast Freight

American Fast Freight said it named Kevin Kelly its new CEO, effective immediately.

Kelly, who was most recently AFF’s president, will retain that title and continue to serve on the company’s board, AFF said Feb. 26.

Kelly has been with American Fast Freight since 1990, serving in roles including leading its Hawaiian ocean transport business where he was oversaw the division’s profitability and growth.

“Kevin is a proven leader with deep customer and carrier relationships, business vision and the rare ability to unite stakeholders both within and outside the company,” said Brian Higgins, a member of AFF’s board.

Headquartered in Fife, Washington, American Fast Freight and its affiliated companies provide ocean freight forwarding, trucking, project logistics and warehousing-distribution services.

Its core business is ocean freight consolidating and forwarding, specializing in the Alaska, Hawaii, Guam and Puerto Rico markets.