“CSX is pleased to welcome an experienced railroader who will help continue to drive the company’s transformation” said E. Hunter Harrison, president and CEO. “Jim’s proven track record with Precision Scheduled Railroading will be a significant asset as we continue to drive value for shareholders and customers.”
Foote will take on the responsibilities of Cindy M. Sanborn, executive vice-president and chief operating officer, and Fredrik J. Eliasson, executive vice-president and chief sales and marketing officer, both of whom plan to resign effective Nov. 15 to pursue other interests, but will remain engaged in supporting the transition until early 2018.
Ellen M. Fitzsimmons, executive vice president, law and public affairs, general counsel and corporate secretary, has announced her retirement from CSX, effective Nov. 15. At that time, Nathan D. Goldman, the company’s current vice-president risk compliance and general counsel, will be promoted to executive vice-president, chief legal officer and corporate secretary. Ellen will remain engaged in supporting the transition until early 2018.
Harrison said, “On behalf of the board of directors and all CSX employees, I would also like to sincerely thank Cindy, Fredrik, and Ellen for their dedication to the company and wish them well in their future endeavors. These senior leaders will be missed, and their contributions will have a lasting and positive impact on the organization for many years.”
Edward J. Kelly, III, CSX chairman said “The Board looks forward to welcoming Jim and Nathan in their new roles and wishes to express its thanks to Cindy, Fredrik, and Ellen for their tremendous contributions and distinguished CSX careers. Each of them has brought great value to the success, the people and the reputation of CSX, and they will leave CSX well positioned for the next stage.”
— A CSX Corp. news release. Oct. 25, 2017.
