Zone 4 announces Mitch Hayes has been appointed Chief Executive Officer. Hayes founded and led Kardex Solutions in North America, where he helped the organization become one of the largest AutoStore integrators by market share and the top-rated AutoStore partner in the United States for customer satisfaction. He brings practical experience in rapid organizational growth, improving project outcomes, and building teams that deliver results.
Zone 4 specializes in mechanical, electrical, and turnkey installation services for automation projects across North America. The company has grown quickly on the strength of disciplined execution, field expertise, and a reputation for handling high-stakes deployments. Hayes will focus on sharpening the company’s operating model, expanding its automation services portfolio, entering complementary markets, and strengthening partnerships with integrators, OEMs, and investors.
“Zone 4 has the foundation and the momentum to become the go-to installation partner for the automation sector,” said Steve Martinez, Co-Founder & Chief Growth Officer. “Mitch understands the demands of this industry and has built teams that deliver at scale. I truly believe Mitch is the ideal choice to guide Zone 4 toward a stronger, more dynamic future..”
Hayes assumes the role immediately. His appointment signals Zone 4’s intent to meet rising demand for automation services with tighter execution, stronger technical capability, and leadership grounded in clarity, accountability, and authenticity.
About Zone 4
Zone 4 is a leader in turnkey installation solutions for warehouse automation and material handling systems throughout North America. With a network of 400+ skilled professionals and hundreds of years of combined team experience, Zone 4 delivers high-performance execution at scale. Trusted by top systems integrators and global retailers, Zone 4 specializes in complex, high-stakes installs—executed with precision, safety, and professionalism.