Meet Our Staff

Harlow’s School Bus Service excels in providing excellent customer service. Our dedicated staff is here to serve you.

Jacob Iverson

Vice President

Jacob Iverson has over 20 years of transportation experience. He joined Harlow’s in early 2014. He is past President of Idaho Association of Pupil Transportation, member of National Association of Pupil Transportation, board member of National School Transportation Association. He is the former Director of Transportation for a large school district in Idaho. He created a Commercial Driver’s License Training Academy. He is a graduate of Portland State University and holds a Master’s of Business Administration.

Josh Kinard

Director of Operations

Josh Kinard has over 20 years of transportation experience. He joined Harlow’s in early 2015. He is the former Division Manager for a major transportation company where he was accountable for the growth and leadership of regional operations. He is a graduate of Portland State University.

Ken Bischof

Director of Operations

Ken joined Harlow’s in early 2017. He is the former President/CEO of a Bismarck marketing and printing company where he was accountable for the operations, management and sales for over 20 years. Ken has also been active in the Bismarck-Mandan community serving on many boards and committees benefiting local organizations. He is a graduate of Bismarck State College.

Andy Ellingsen

Regional Operations Manager

Andy has over 7 years of transportation experience and served 8 years in the US Coast Guard. He has also managed multiple locations as a Store Manager in the grocery retail industry. Andy is a South Dakota Certified School Bus inspector.

Matthew Coale

Safety Manger

Matthew joined the Harlow's team in November of 2021 bringing a diverse background. Matthew has 16 years of experience in the Public Relations/News media field followed by 20 years of Class 8 bulk transportation, specializing in hazardous materials handling, terminal management to OSHA standards, DOR safety/rules regulations and driver training.