ABOUT US
Founded in 1994 and acquired by Chorus Aviation in 2026, headquartered in Canada, KADEX is a leading provider of FAA & TC approved aircraft components, OEM replacement parts, and repair services for commercial, business, general, government, and defence operations.
Serving airlines, MROs, distributors, corporate, rotorcraft and governments, we operate a sales network with strategically located stocking facilities based in Peterborough, ON and Calgary, AB.
KADEX is an authorized distributor for leading aircraft parts manufacturers and service providers. Distribution, supply agreements, and R & O management ensure responsive, efficient solutions across our aerospace aftermarket sector.
Highly focused on serving by identifying and providing personal solutions, we improve availability and reliability across the aerospace industry to build and maintain trustworthy relationships. Our technical expertise, market intelligence and top-quality parts build trust, confidence and value in the supply chain.
We are excited to partner with manufacturers/vendors who value aligning with and leveraging in-country market expertise, ensuring regulatory compliance, and using established sales and logistics networks to accelerate growth while reducing risks.
THE KADEX TEAM
John Lavery
President & CEO
As founder, John has had a pivotal role in KADEX’s steady growth since 1994. John had an extensive aerospace career in aircraft operations, maintenance and management duties serving as VP, Ops manager, chief pilot and Transport Canada inspector. John was a commercial pilot from 1978 to 1994 with experience on King Air, MU2, Citation, DHC8, Metro, Cessna® & Piper single and twins.
Ken Blow
Vice President & Technical Support
Before co-founding KADEX, Ken represented a major aircraft parts distributor and served as a material manager for a large AMO. With 38 years of experience in the aviation industry, Ken provides highly skilled materials and distribution expertise as well as outstanding Beechcraft® technical knowledge and recall.
MANAGEMENT
Jeremy Lavery
Vice President, Operations & Director of Sales
Jeremy joined in 1994. After completing his Business Administration Degree, he began working as a Shipper and Receiver in the warehouse. Gaining valuable product and industry knowledge, Jeremy moved to the Sales department where he headed international sales. Helping open the Calgary branch in 2004, Jeremy has become our Senior Sales Specialist focused on providing immediate support to customers around the world.
Jonathan Plomp
Director of Quality & Chief Information Officer
"JP's" Beechcraft® experience started in 2000. Holding certifications for A&P, AME, M, M2. Working on a range of different applications including line, light turbo prop, heavy jet, heavy turbo prop, and exec jet.
Jordan Lavery
Vice President, Business Development
Before joining KADEX, Jordan graduated from Sheridan College with a diploma in Media Arts and went on to work for Red Bull Energy Drink for 6 years in Field Marketing. Jordan was the Field Marketing Specialist for Central Ontario managing the sampling and event marketing program and also worked on collegiate sales.
Tim Goode
Manager – Calgary
In 2009 Tim joined as Calgary’s Warehouse Manager. His past management history and dispatcher experience is evident in his ability to lead our team of Shippers and Receivers while balancing increased responsibility as a Sales Specialist. His vast experience within the company is evident in his ability to exceed customers’ expectations.
Jenny Sanders
Cores & Warranty Manager
After graduating with Business and Materials Management, Jenny joined warehouse operations in 1999. Serving as Peterborough’s Warehouse Manager for 8 years, Jenny was promoted to manage all our cores, warranties, and rotables transactions. Jenny’s 15+years experience in the industry is vital for ensuring smooth business transactions.
SALES • MARKETING
Douglas Craig
Sales Representative
Keith Gowing
Sales Representative
Nikki Storr
Sales Director, Cargo, Helicopter and Aerial Spray
Jason Wood
Sales Specialist
Jeff Curtis
Purchasing & Sales SpecialistACCOUNTING
Sue Philpot
Office Administrator
Kristal Lance
Accounts Payable Controller
Meagan Nicholson
Senior Accounts Payable ClerkKADEX AERO Supply Ltd. acknowledges that our head office is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively the Williams Treaties First Nation.
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