Lean Solutions Group (LSG), a leading global provider of strategic support services for the transportation and logistics, insurance, and financial services industries, with operations in the United States, Colombia, Guatemala, Mexico, and the Philippines, today announced the appointment of new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) John (Jack) C. Freker. Robert Cadena, the previous CEO and Co-Founder of LSG will transition into his new role as Executive Chairman of the Board.

“I am pleased to assume this new role with the Board, which allows me to focus on what I do best – consulting with and serving our existing strategic clients and working with Jack to nurture our incredibly unique and successful company culture of growth and service excellence that sets us apart from our competitors,” confirmed Cadena.  “Jack is a seasoned Business Services leader who has successfully led several public and private equity backed firms, including Convergys, the leading global outsourced customer service firm, First Advantage, the world’s largest background screening company, and most recently Buck, a leading HR consulting, technology, and outsourced services provider where he served as CEO for the last six years. He has a proven track record of growth and transformation and brings a strong focus of continuous improvement, innovation, and client centricity to Lean.” Cadena added, “I eagerly anticipate collaborating closely with Jack to provide our growing stable of marquee clients with best-in-class support solutions and innovative technology.”

“I am eager to contribute to the growth, success, and culture at Lean Solutions Group. Robert and the team have grown Lean rapidly for years, earning five consecutive ‘Inc 5000’ fastest growing company awards. They have also developed a fantastic reputation as being both an ‘Employer of Choice’ in Latin and Central America and the preferred strategic partner for some of the best known corporations within the industries they serve. I look forward to guiding the firm through its next stage of strategic growth and innovation,” stated Freker.