About Keith

A Message From Keith

“The Taul family has farming and entrepreneurial roots that run deep in Hardin County. I’m an eighth-generation farmer who has grown up serving this community. Serving as your Judge Executive has been the honor of my life, and I am asking for the opportunity to keep that work going.

More than anything, I’m committed to protecting our community and way of life. I am guided by conservative, Christian values and I am 100% pro-life. Every day in office, I fight tooth and nail to get our residents’ voices heard on our important issues!

For the past 35 years, I have worked to help organizations run more smoothly and cut overspending. That same approach now guides county government as we capitalize on the growth happening across Hardin County and at Fort Knox.

Our residents have a lot to be proud of and even more to look forward to. I humbly ask for your support as we keep Hardin County moving forward. Thank you for paying attention to the future of Hardin County!”

Meet Keith Taul

Problem Solver. Conservative Republican.

Keith Taul - Hardin County Judge Executive
A Brief Summary
  • 8th Generation Family Farmer, Engineer & Businessman
  • Delivering Results as Your Judge-Executive
  • Church Elder & Proven Servant Leader
  • Married to Megan Taul, with 4 Children & 9 Grandchildren
  • Proud Republican

Hardin County Farming Roots

An eighth-generation farmer, Keith Taul grew up on his father’s dairy farm in Hardin County. The eldest of three children, Keith spent his youth working the family farm and agriculture equipment business, Taul Equipment.

Upon graduation from West Hardin High School, Keith started attending classes at Elizabethtown Community College (ECC). It was here that Keith discovered his passion for engineering. He transferred to the University of Kentucky, graduating with a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in Agricultural Engineering.

Keith landed his first engineering job in Chicago, working at International Harvester. He then moved to Somerset, KY, to work for GE, before returning to Hardin County in 1988. Back home, Keith was part of the initial start-up of the AP Technoglass plant in Elizabethtown (now AGC Automotive).

Economic & Workforce Development

Keith Taul has spent the past 35 years saving manufacturing companies millions of dollars. A shrewd business consultant, Keith has a knack for cutting wasteful spending and has improved the bottom line of each organization he has helped lead. More recently, Keith worked at a large, foam company as Director of Continuous Improvement. In this role, he developed cost-saving strategies for 20 manufacturing plants throughout the United States.

Keith is certified to create, train and implement improvement strategies for organizations utilizing what is called the “Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt” Certification. Since his certification over 20 years ago, Keith has worked with company executives and stakeholders to determine specific goals and lead thousands of improvement teams toward reaching those goals. Keith was also involved with Workforce Solutions at ECTC helping train the next generation of regional business leaders. As Judge Executive, he has brought that same discipline to county government, with leadership now using Lean Six Sigma methods and ten county staff currently certified.

Supporting Fort Knox & Our Military

Fort Knox is one of the region’s largest economic engines, and standing behind the post and the soldiers and families who serve there is a priority for Keith. He serves on the board of the Knox Regional Development Alliance (KRDA), the regional partnership working to protect and grow Fort Knox’s missions. As Judge Executive, he has strengthened the county’s working relationship with the post, and he makes time each summer to visit with cadets during their training at Fort Knox.

Keith Taul rappelling the 70-foot wall during cadet training at Fort Knox
Rappelling the 70-foot wall during cadet summer training at Fort Knox
The rappel tower during cadet summer training at Fort Knox
Heading up to the rappel tower at Fort Knox cadet summer training

Faith & Family Life

Keith and his wife, Megan, have been married for 43 years. They made the decision to raise their 4 children on Keith’s family farm and they are so thankful they did. Blessed with 9 grandchildren today, Keith and Megan run a certified organic hay farm and manage rental properties.

Keith has also served as an elder for over 20 years at Grace Heartland Church, CrossPoint Church and currently at Crossroads Baptist Church.

Re-Elect Keith Taul For Hardin County Judge Executive

Hardin County has been a true blessing to call home and raise a family. I’m consistently encouraged by my neighbors’ determination in the face of adversity – as well as the commitment our people have shown to make this region even better. To keep us headed in the right direction, I humbly ask for your support for re-election on November 3, 2026.

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