Elkhart, Indiana, July 25, 2023 — IBJ Media has named Amish Shah, CEO, Kem Krest, to its annual Indiana 250, a list of the most influential and impactful business and community leaders in Indiana. Shah was recognized in the Manufacturing, Logistics, and Transportation category.
“I am humbled and honored to be amongst the many great leaders chosen to be recognized as IBJ’s most influential people,” says Shah. “The State of Indiana is transforming into a global leader in business, innovation, education, and technology because of those being recognized and the leaders before them that helped build the foundation for success. As an Indiana native and community leader, it is a duty and a privilege to support our state’s efforts that will foster growth, propel positive change, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of fellow Hoosiers. I applaud the IBJ for providing this platform to bring awareness to all the great work being done across the state. Iron sharpens iron, and these great leaders are inspirational role models to other Hoosiers to engage in making a positive impact in their respective communities.”
Executives and leaders at IBJ Media and its three news brands — Indianapolis Business Journal, Inside Indiana Business, and Indiana Lawyer — compiled the list during a months-long process that included reviewing nominations, researching Indiana organizations, and interviewing community leaders across the state. The names were released July 20 to all IBJ Media subscribers and are housed at Indiana250.com. Honorees were profiled in the Indiana 250 magazine inserted in the Indianapolis Business Journal.
“The leaders named to the Indiana 250 are invaluable supporters of their communities and make a difference in their regions and across the state,” said IBJ Media CEO Nate Feltman. “But the Indiana 250 is more than an honor roll,” Feltman said. “It is a way to help Hoosiers in one part of the state learn about leaders and organizations in other areas of the state. We hope the Indiana 250 will help create a bond between influential Hoosiers that results in them working together toward a stronger Indiana.”
IBJ Media’s annual Indiana 250 is part of the company’s larger effort to help foster statewide economic vitality and collaboration through its publications and events, including an Engage Indiana series of programs it is co-hosting with the Indiana Economic Development Corp. in cities throughout Indiana.
About Amish Shah
For more than 25 years, Amish Shah has focused on making Indiana a better place to live and work. Shah began his career at Kem Krest, a Supply Chain Optimization Company, in 1996 where he serves as CEO. Under his leadership, Kem Krest has grown to become a $500+ million company that services Fortune 100 companies globally. Shah also co-founded ESGI, an early literacy Ed-Tech company which focuses on kindergarten reading comprehension.
Shah currently serves on the General Motors Supplier Council, is Chair of the Harley Davidson Supplier Council, has been in multiple leadership positions for Young Presidents’ Organization (YPO), and serves on the board for the following: Indiana University’s Foundation, the Beacon Health System, Junior Achievement serving Elkhart County, Start Up Moxie, The South Bend–Elkhart Regional Partnership, and Chairs the Diversity & Inclusion Committee. Additionally, Shah is very active in community and regional development through many projects and ad-hoc councils. He is particularly passionate about building the next generation of entrepreneurs.
Shah holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from Indiana University and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame.
About Kem Krest
Kem Krest, a certified Minority Owned Enterprise (MBE), is the nation’s leading provider of supply chain optimization solutions through procurement, distribution, manufacturing, logistics management, and fulfillment. Our employee first culture, focus on results, and connected industry relationships, ensures a resilient and uninterrupted supply chain for the customers we manage. Through customized end to end solutions that address every facet of the supply chain, Kem Krest enables companies to increase operational efficiency, deliver superior customer and employee experiences, focus on growth initiatives, and achieve cost savings. Kem Krest partners with companies to virtualize their supply chains through a growing network of 11 facilities in the US and Canada.
About IBJ Media
IBJ Media is the parent company of three news brands: Indianapolis Business Journal, Inside Indiana Business, and Indiana Lawyer.
Indianapolis Business Journal: Since 1980, Indianapolis Business Journal has been known for its in-depth and thoughtful coverage of central Indiana’s business community. IBJ produces its weekly award-winning newspaper, daily news updates, thought-leading podcasts, and 25-plus events and award programs. Learn more at IBJ.com.