EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Suzy Kelly

Chief Executive Officer

Susan H. (Suzy) Kelly is the Chief Executive Officer of Jo-Kell. Kelly began her career at Jo-Kell in 1978.  Under the leadership of Joseph Kelly, the founder of Jo-Kell, Kelly served as Corporate Treasurer, Corporate Secretary, and Executive Vice President.  After the retirement of Joe Kelly, Suzy Kelly assumed the title of CEO in 2002. Actively engaged in her community, she served on the Chesapeake City Council from 2010 to 2018 and participates in numerous boards and charitable initiatives, fostering a culture of giving within her company. Passionate about her faith, Suzy co-founded Passionately Catholic and produces “Ponderful Moments®” radio commercials to inspire others nationwide.

John Kelly

Chief Corporate Officer

John Kelly is the Chief Corporate Officer at Jo-Kell, Inc., bringing over 18 years of expertise in industrial automation distribution with a strong background in sales, marketing, and business development. Throughout his tenure, he has held key roles, including Executive VP of Sales & Marketing and Business Process Manager, showcasing his strategic vision and operational leadership. In addition to his work at Jo-Kell, he serves on the Executive Board of Directors for the Association for High Technology Distribution (AHTD), where he contributes industry insights to advance technological solutions.

Kristin Parkinson

Chief Operating Officer

Since joining the company in 2009, Kristin Parkinson has risen from Regional Manager of the Jacksonville office to COO in 2020, leading significant growth including two successful acquisitions and earning industry recognitions such as being named one of the top 100 electrical distributors by Electrical Wholesaling in 2023. Committed to fostering a culture of humility, kindness, and community service, Kristin inspires her team to prioritize the needs of others while enhancing operational workflows, cost-effectiveness, and overall performance.

Rick Molloy

Chief Sales Officer

Rick Molloy is the Chief Sales Officer at Jo-Kell, Inc., with over 38 years of experience in industrial electrical sales and a track record of leading successful strategic initiatives. Throughout his career, he has consistently driven business growth, spearheaded program management, and improved operational efficiencies across Jo-Kell’s divisions. Rick holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Radford University and is active in several professional coalitions supporting the shipbuilding and defense industries.