BIRMINGHAM, Mich., March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — RPM is pleased to announce the appointment of Kurt DeRuy as the new Executive Vice President of Strategic Growth & Enterprise Development. DeRuy brings over four decades of industry experience to RPM, including a significant ten-year tenure as Chief Commercial Officer at Jack Cooper. His extensive experience and proven track record in driving strategic growth and market expansion will play a pivotal role in RPM’s continuous pursuit of excellence and revolutionizing the automotive logistics industry.

In his new role, Kurt will report directly to John Perkovich, President of RPM North America. His primary focus will be to develop strategies that tackle supply chain complexities by leveraging RPM’s technology advancements and operational efficiencies. He will also work closely with the sales, marketing, and operations teams to ensure the seamless integration of innovative strategies across all channels.

“Kurt’s leadership and deep industry knowledge are crucial as we expand our reach and enhance our services,” said John Perkovich. “His strategic oversight will ensure we continue to provide our partners with unparalleled logistics solutions that are both efficient and future-oriented. We are excited to see his vision unfold, enhancing RPM’s market presence and driving our non-asset based solutions forward.”

“RPM has an excellent reputation for overall service and cutting-edge technology. Their carrier vetting process allows for a unique platform that sets them apart from a typical 3PL,” says DeRuy. “The FVL market is always changing, and RPM has positioned themselves to take advantage of paradigm shifts. I’m grateful to join such an innovative company that will complement my skillsets.”

RPM is excited to welcome Kurt to the team, confident that his contributions will leverage our comprehensive suite of services, enhancing our ability to meet the dynamic needs of the global automotive industry with precision and agility.

About RPM
RPM provides the automotive ecosystem with flexible logistics for the transportation of finished vehicles and other specialty freight. To support the exact requirements of our clients, RPM’s custom-engineered technology automates, optimizes, and digitizes the shipping process throughout a vehicle’s life cycle. Our asset-light model is agile and flexible, bridging transportation modes regardless of scope and complexity to drive an operational advantage for our clients.

Backed by Trive Capital and Bluejay Capital, RPM strives to be the premier service aggregator for finished vehicle logistics and value-add interconnected services. By offering our clients a sophisticated network covering over-the-road, rail, port, and sea, we are transforming the future of mobility.

SOURCE RPM Freight Systems LLC