Kevin Callahan is one of the founders and COO of both Barrier Plastics, Inc. and BP Polymers, LLC. He founded both companies in 2008 and in his role as COO, created the Baritainer®, manufactured by Barrier Plastics, and developed Quoral® and Kortrax® barrier resins, manufactured by BP Polymers. Kortrax® was recently awarded a patent.

Prior to founding both companies, Kevin was a senior executive in the Sears Home Services (SHS) Business. In his senior role at SHS, Kevin lead the Sears Parts Division, the business development of the Sears Warranty Services Unit, and the Sears Heating and Cooling Business Unit. Prior to Sears, Kevin had roles of increasing responsibility at WESCO, Honeywell (formerly AlliedSignal) – Chemicals Group/Electronic Materials Div, and Grainger.

Kevin earned an M.A. and Ph.D. (abd) from Fordham University. Prior to attending Fordham, Kevin served 5 years in the USCG as a Search and Rescue Paramedic/Corpsman. Kevin currently resides in Charlottesville and enjoys spending time with his family exploring the fascinating history and beautiful geography of VA.