JACKSONVILLE — Executives Mark K. Wallace, Kevin S. Boone, and Sean R. Pelkey will move into new roles in changes announced today by CSX Corp.
Wallace, who had been executive vice president of sales and marketing, becomes executive vice president, a role focusing on special projects and initiatives supporting CEO James M. Foote. Wallace is receiving treatment for cancer but remains committed to helping deliver on the company’s growth initiatives, CSX said.
Boone becomes executive vice president of sales and marketing after most recently serving as executive vice president and chief financial officer. He joined CSX in September 2017. Pelkey, who joined CSX in 2005, becomes vice president and acting chief financial officer. He most recently served as vice president, finance and treasury.
“These appointments demonstrate the depth of CSX’s leadership and place us in a position of strength,” Foote said in a press release. “ Kevin’s proven track record of implementing and executing successful strategic initiatives will provide strong direction to CSX’s sales and marketing team as we focus on capturing sustainable and profitable growth. Sean’s broad experience at CSX as well as his deep knowledge of our industry will continue to strengthen our financial performance and shareholder value.”
