Fry-Wagner Leadership 

Fry-Wagner continues to thrive as a fourth generation family-owned and operated moving company. Today, three generations of the Fry family are actively involved in the day-to-day operations of the organization. The generational stability Fry-Wagner enjoys is further enhanced through leadership provided by a group of accomplished executives offering a broad depth of experience and expertise.

Milton Fry - Chairman

Milton joined the family business at a young age. He became company president in 1965. He has served the company as Chairman since 1995. Milton continues to be active in Fry-Wagner’s daily activities, community affairs and professional groups. In 2010 Milton received the Gene Anderson/United Van Lines Lifetime Achievement Excellence Award in recognition for his van line leadership and dedication to the principles of quality and integrity in the transportation industry.

Larry Fry - President

Larry joined the family business at age 13. He became Vice President General Manager in 1981 and has his office in the Lenexa Kansas branch. Larry became President of Fry-Wagner Systems in 1995. He is Chairman Emeritus of the American Moving & Storage Association and is a Shareholder of United Van Lines. He is committed to public service and has developed deep roots in the Kansas City community. Larry is a firm believer in American enterprise and the future growth of Fry-Wagner.

Frank Senatore - Executive Vice President

Frank joined ABC-Fry-Wagner - Lenexa, Kansas in 1995 as the Director of Operations & Safety. He became the Executive Vice President of Fry-Wagner Systems in 2000. Frank provides leadership initiatives to maximize all available resources for attainment of corporate goals.

Steve Vehlewald - Chief Financial Officer

Steve joined Fry-Wagner Systems in 1999 as the Chief Financial Officer. His office is located within our Lenexa branch. He is responsible for financial analysis to maintain our viability, stability and competitiveness in business.

Earl Kawaoka - Vice President Operations & Safety

Earl joined ABC-Fry-Wagner - Lenexa, Kansas in 1998 as the Safety Manager. He became Director of Operations & Safety in 2000. In 2008 Earl became the Vice President of Operations & Safety for Fry-Wagner Systems providing direction and guidance for all branch locations as well as ensuring a culture of safety excellence throughout the company.

Dan Zessinger - Vice President & General Manager

Dan joined Fry-Wagner Moving & Storage – St. Louis, Missouri in 1998 as a National Account Salesman. He became Director of National Account Sales in 2001, Executive Director Global Sales in 2004 and Vice President of Sales in 2007. In 2008, Dan was named Vice President & General Manager, responsible for all operational and office day-to-day activities at Fry-Wagner’s St. Louis and Belleville, Illinois facilities.

Dave Meeks - Regional Manager

Dave joined Fry-Wagner Mid-Missouri - Springfield in 1997 as the Regional Manager. He is responsible for all operational and office day-to-day activities at the Springfield branch and the oversight management of our Columbia branch.

Patrick Davidson - General Manager

Patrick joined Fry-Wagner Mid-Missouri - Columbia in 2009 as the General Manager. He is responsible for all operational and office day-to-day activities at the branch.