Kenneth Iverson (September 18, 1925 – April 14, 2002) was an American businessman.
He is credited with transforming Nucor Steel from a nearly bankrupt company in the 1960s into the largest and most successful steelmaker in the United States.
Nucor was formed from the Nuclear Corporation of America, which grew out of Reo Motor Company.
Ken Iverson joined Nuclear Corporation in 1962 when it bought Vulcraft, a manufacturer of steel joists, where he worked.
Iverson quickly rose to president in 1965.
Trained as a metallurgist, he became a successful leader and businessman.
His management philosophy has been used as a model for other companies around the world.