As the Trailer Innovation Leader for Thermo King Americas, a Trane Technologies company, Paul Kroes has been instrumental in advancing hybrid and electric refrigeration technologies, focusing on reducing the carbon footprint of the transport industry while aligning with current customer needs and anticipated industry trends. Kroes has been a featured speaker at industry events like ACT Expo, where he discussed the challenges and innovations related to the transition to zero-emission technology in transport refrigeration. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering from Purdue University and a Master of Business Administration degree from the University of Minnesota.