KPA acquired Compli earlier this year, and now the provider of environmental health and safety (EHS), HR management and F&I compliance software and services has a new president and chief executive officer.

According to a news release distributed on Wednesday, the company appointed Chris Fanning as president and CEO. Fanning succeeds Vane Clayton, who has served as CEO since 2006.

The company said Clayton will continue to serve on the KPA board of directors.

Fanning joins KPA with 30 years of experience in general management, strategy and operations for both public and private companies. He most recently was president and CEO of Survey Sampling International (SSI), where he grew the global first-party data and software company from $150 to $300 million in revenue.

Fanning also has held multiple leadership roles with Lattice Semiconductor and The Boston Consulting Group. 

“I am honored and excited to have the opportunity to lead KPA as CEO,” Fanning said. “The industry-leading combination of EHS expertise and modern SaaS software solutions is unparalleled in helping mid-size companies automate safety, compliance and HR processes.

“It is my goal to build on the incredible foundation that Vane and all of the talented KPA employees have created and help the team to expand the solution set and deliver on the mission of transforming EHS and workforce management programs for our customers,” Fanning continued.

Under Clayton’s leadership, KPA has grown rapidly and now helps nearly 10,000 customers realize ROI, achieve regulatory compliance, improve safety, control risk, protect assets and optimize the workforce with a unique combination of software (SaaS), online training and on-site audit services.

KPA has enjoyed strong growth in recent years, entering new markets and acquiring multiple software and services companies to expand the comprehensive solution set available to KPA customers.

“I am incredibly proud of and humbled by the major achievements the KPA organization has accomplished during my tenure as CEO,” Clayton said. “Helping our clients achieve safety, compliance and business goals is my passion, and I look forward to advising and supporting KPA as a board member.

“The company is in great hands with Chris as CEO. He is a phenomenal leader with the proven operational skills to rapidly scale companies with a sharp focus on customer success. The future is bright for KPA,” said Clayton, who participated in an episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast earlier this year.

Last July, KPA announced a majority investment from Providence Equity Partners, which was also the majority owner of SSI, where Fanning was most recently CEO. The Providence team has a strong track record of working with Fanning to grow and scale companies.

“The compliance market has tremendous potential for long-term growth, and KPA is well positioned to serve clients with a modern software platform and outstanding client service, which together have resulted in strong client retention, high recurring revenue and consistent organic growth,” Providence managing director Will Hughes said.

“We are very excited to partner with Chris Fanning and KPA’s excellent leadership team to accelerate their growth strategy and create lasting value for KPA clients,” Hughes added.

KPA mentioned its headquarters will continue to be Lafayette, Colo., with key offices in Portland, Ore., and across the country.