FARGO, N.D. (March 31, 2026) — Border States announces the retirement of Shane Kerska, VP Industrial Solutions.
Kerska has been an employee-owner with Border States for more than 32 years, making a profound impact across the organization. Leading with a people-first mindset and unwavering commitment to integrity in his work, Kerska has shaped the culture and direction of the organization. Throughout his career, Shane has played a meaningful role in advancing company initiatives, strengthening partnerships and supporting teams through change and opportunity.
His influence extends well beyond projects and priorities — Shane has built confidence in others and earned trust across the business.
“When I first got behind the wheel of a delivery truck as a part-time driver in 1993, I never could have imagined I would have so many opportunities at Border States,” Kerska said, adding that it’s the relationships he’s developed along the way that have made all the difference. “People say this all the time, and it is true; I will miss the employee-owners, vendors and customers I was lucky enough to work with over the years. So many mentors, team members and co-workers who made my career here something I am very proud of.”
Border States thanks Kerska for his many years of service in the organization. His impact will continue through the people he mentored, the values he modeled and the culture he helped shape.
About Border States
Border States was established in 1952 and supplies products and services to construction, industrial and utility customers. The 100 percent employee-owned company is rated the sixth largest electrical distributor in the United States by Electrical Wholesaling magazine. Border States has more than 3,600 employee-owners and 129 branches in 32 states. The Branch Support Center (corporate office) is located in Fargo, North Dakota.