Kevin Elliott
Private Equity Investor at Kainos Capital LLC
Profile
Kevin Elliott
PARTNER
Kevin joined Kainos Capital in 2015 and is a partner of the firm.
He has over 25 years of operating, turnaround, and merger and acquisition experience from the consumer goods, retail and distribution industries.
He is a member of the firm’s investment committee.
Kevin enjoys working with the management teams at partner companies and helping them architect and deploy the most effective strategies to fulfill their growth potential.
Kevin especially loves spending time developing and further refining merchandising and go-to-market strategies.
Kevin’s background in the C-suite of several Fortune 500 companies has allowed him to see many situations and challenges that can assist partnering leadership teams.
The Kainos team likens Kevin to having the “Chief Merchandiser” on the team which we believe is a considerable competitive advantage.
Prior to joining Kainos Capital, Kevin held the position of president and COO of Nash Finch Inc., leading their retail and distribution businesses as well as serving on their M&A committee.
Kevin was also an integral member of 7-Eleven’s acquisition strategy effort.
Prior to 7-Eleven, Kevin was the VP of Procurement at Webvan, responsible for national distribution relationships.
Kevin started his career at Fleming Companies in the merchandising function and was involved in the grocery, dairy, frozen, deli, and bakery categories.
While at Fleming, he also held the positions of corporate director, store brands and category management.
Kevin received his BA in Operation Management at Missouri State University and obtained his MBA at Southern Methodist University.
Kevin and his wife remain involved with Missouri State and contribute to education in several capacities.
Together, they have two children with whom they enjoy the outdoors.
Kevin Elliott active positions
| Companies | Position | Start |
|---|---|---|
Kainos Capital LLC
 Kainos Capital LLC Investment ManagersFinance Kainos Capital LLC (Kainos Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2012. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. | Private Equity Investor | 2015-06-30 |
Former positions of Kevin Elliott
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|---|---|---|
Nash-Finch Co.
 Nash-Finch Co. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Nash-Finch Co. operates as a wholesale food distributor. It operates through three segments: Military Food Distribution, Food Distribution and Retail. The Military Food Distribution segment engages in selling and distributing grocery products to U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Food Distribution segment sells and distributes variety of nationally branded and private label grocery products and perishable food products from various distribution centers to many independent retail locations located across the U.S. The Retail segment is made up of various corporate-owned grocery stores which are operating under the Sun Mart, Econofoods, Avanza, the Family Thrift Center, Pick 'n Save, Family Fresh Market, Prairie Market, Saver's Choice, Wally's Supermarkets and Wholesale Food Outlet banners. The company was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. | President | 2014-01-31 |
7-Eleven, Inc.
 7-Eleven, Inc. Food RetailRetail Trade 7-Eleven, Inc. engages in the operation and owning of convenience stores. Its products include sandwiches, salads, side dishes, cut fruit and protein boxes, as well as pizza, chicken wings, and mini beef tacos. The company also offers beverages such as coffee and tea, cold pressed juices, beer and wine, energy shots and drinks, big gulp, and Slurpee. The company was founded by Joe C. Thompson Jr. in 1927 and is headquartered in Irving, TX. | President | 2009-12-31 |
The Webvan Group, Inc.
 The Webvan Group, Inc. Internet RetailRetail Trade The Webvan Group, Inc. was an Internet retailer offering delivery of consumer products through an innovative proprietary business design that integrates its Webstore, distribution facility and delivery system. The company's product offerings were principally focused on food, non-prescription drug products and general merchandise including housewares, pet supplies, consumer electronics, entertainment products and books. The company along with its subsidiaries, Webvan-Bay Area, Inc., Webvan Operations, Inc. and HomeGrocer.com, Inc. filed for bankruptcy. It sold its technology platform to Mercury Acquisitions Corp. The company was headquartered in Foster City, CA | President | 2000-06-30 |
| FLEMING COMPANIES INC | Director/Board Member | 1998-05-30 |
Training of Kevin Elliott
| Missouri State University | Undergraduate Degree |
| Southern Methodist University | Masters Business Admin |
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| Private companies | 6 |
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7-Eleven, Inc.
7-Eleven, Inc. Food RetailRetail Trade 7-Eleven, Inc. engages in the operation and owning of convenience stores. Its products include sandwiches, salads, side dishes, cut fruit and protein boxes, as well as pizza, chicken wings, and mini beef tacos. The company also offers beverages such as coffee and tea, cold pressed juices, beer and wine, energy shots and drinks, big gulp, and Slurpee. The company was founded by Joe C. Thompson Jr. in 1927 and is headquartered in Irving, TX. | Retail Trade |
The Webvan Group, Inc.
The Webvan Group, Inc. Internet RetailRetail Trade The Webvan Group, Inc. was an Internet retailer offering delivery of consumer products through an innovative proprietary business design that integrates its Webstore, distribution facility and delivery system. The company's product offerings were principally focused on food, non-prescription drug products and general merchandise including housewares, pet supplies, consumer electronics, entertainment products and books. The company along with its subsidiaries, Webvan-Bay Area, Inc., Webvan Operations, Inc. and HomeGrocer.com, Inc. filed for bankruptcy. It sold its technology platform to Mercury Acquisitions Corp. The company was headquartered in Foster City, CA | Retail Trade |
Fleming Cos., Inc.
 Fleming Cos., Inc. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Fleming Cos., Inc. distributes groceries and related products. Its products include food, general merchandise, and health & beauty care. The firm's customers include convenience stores, super centers, discount stores, concessions, limited assortment, drug, specialty, casinos, gift shops, and military commissaries & exchanges. The company was founded by Ned Fleming and is headquartered in Lewisville, TX. | Distribution Services |
Nash-Finch Co.
Nash-Finch Co. Food DistributorsDistribution Services Nash-Finch Co. operates as a wholesale food distributor. It operates through three segments: Military Food Distribution, Food Distribution and Retail. The Military Food Distribution segment engages in selling and distributing grocery products to U.S. military commissaries and exchanges. The Food Distribution segment sells and distributes variety of nationally branded and private label grocery products and perishable food products from various distribution centers to many independent retail locations located across the U.S. The Retail segment is made up of various corporate-owned grocery stores which are operating under the Sun Mart, Econofoods, Avanza, the Family Thrift Center, Pick 'n Save, Family Fresh Market, Prairie Market, Saver's Choice, Wally's Supermarkets and Wholesale Food Outlet banners. The company was founded in 1885 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. | Distribution Services |
National Grocers Association
 National Grocers Association Food DistributorsDistribution Services National Grocers Association operates as a national trade association representing the retail and wholesale grocers that comprise the independent sector of the food distribution industry. It represents affiliated associations, manufacturers, and service suppliers, as well as other entrepreneurial companies. The company is headquartered in Arlington, VA. | Distribution Services |
Kainos Capital LLC
Kainos Capital LLC Investment ManagersFinance Kainos Capital LLC (Kainos Capital) is a private equity firm founded in 2012. The firm is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. | Finance |
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