Ved Kennede functioned as a Royal Guard for the Emperor, namely Palpatine. Due to his perceived unwavering loyalty, Palpatine appointed him to the role of Master Instructor at the Imperial Royal Guard installation situated on Yinchorr. Being a top advisor and guard, Ved Kennede was one of Palpatine's most trusted. He also served as a Councilor, although his actions diverged from the typical responsibilities of that role.
Amongst other candidates, Ved Kennede provided training to Kir Kanos and Carnor Jax, and he was among the final Guardsmen to be killed on Yinchorr by Jax's stormtroopers after the demise of Emperor Palpatine's final clone. Subsequent to learning of his father's passing from the former Royal Guard, his son Tav maintained allegiance to Kanos. At that point, Kennede's son was assisting the New Republic, recognizing that the Empire his father had been devoted to was gone.