Among the topics discussed are the health of the rail industry from 2002 to present; the service and rate environment, the outlook for intermodal business; challenges with connecting to a railroad for carload customers; when railroads say “we’re looking to grow,” what does “growth” really mean?; challenges for commercial professionals in the rail space; rail in the West v rail in the East; and the “benefits” for UP’s acquisition of NS.

Russell is a seasoned transportation executive who operates fluidly from the boardroom to the shop floor. Rob is a proven business leader who has a track record of strategy development, financial planning, business development, operations, and performance management to accomplish an organization’s desired goals. With more than 23 years of executive logistics experience, Russell brings passion, expertise and dedication to his clients.

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