Neuco, a leading master distributor of HVACR controls in North America, announced that Kathy Kerns has joined the company as director of software development.

Kerns brings more than two decades of experience in technology leadership, specializing in digital transformation, IT process optimization and customer-focused innovation. She will lead Neuco’s IT development team, drive strategic technology planning and support key transformation initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and customer experience.

“Kathy’s ability to align technology with business goals makes her a strong addition to our team,” said Jon Neustadt, president of Neuco. “Her leadership will be instrumental as we continue investing in our digital capabilities.”

Prior to joining Neuco, Kerns held a senior role at Navistar, where she led large-scale IT projects, built global DevOps teams and implemented solutions that improved service and performance across complex platforms.

She holds a Bachelor of Science in computer science from Syracuse University and a Master of Science in operations research from Stanford University.

“It’s all about our customers — everything we do is to ensure the best possible experience for them,” Kerns said. “We do that by enabling our employees with the best available technology and practices."