Kevin Norton is a graduate of Bethune-Cookman University with a bachelor's degree in Accounting and Finance. He holds an OSHA 30 certification from the University of South Florida. He began his time in the heat treating industry in 2009, freelancing with Analytic Stress Relieving, Inc. Before his time at Technical Field Services, LLC, Kevin also worked at TEAM, Inc. as a heat treating technician, at Superheat as a unit supervisor and a project manager, and at Millennium Torque & Tensioning, Inc./Millennium Industrial Services as a regional supervisor.

Kevin has a thirst to learn and grow in the business. He managed to work his way through the industry, earning Level I and II Technician certifications in heat treating, while mentoring and training younger men and women on best practices in the field. He has written study and test material for companies to ensure their new hires are knowledgeable and comfortable with the craft. Having held positions consistent with those of a true leader in supervision for many years, his role of branch manager exemplifies this progression as an industry leader.

Nominated by: TMC