Greenbrier Announces Ted Baun as Next Chief Commercial Officer
Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) has announced that Ted Baun will join as Senior Vice President before assuming the role of Chief Commercial Officer in January 2026. Baun brings over 30 years of rail industry experience, most recently serving as Chief Commercial Officer at PNW Railcars. He will succeed Tim Schitter, who will retire at year-end after 11 years with the company.
Baun's extensive background includes 23 years at FreightCar America and its predecessor, where he managed production planning, scheduling, pricing, and commercial activities. He also held a senior sales position at Mitsui Rail Capital from 2003 to 2005. The appointment aims to enhance Greenbrier's offerings, invest in its lease fleet, and improve customer experience.
Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) ha annunciato che Ted Baun entrerà a far parte dell'azienda come Senior Vice President prima di assumere il ruolo di Chief Commercial Officer a gennaio 2026. Baun vanta oltre 30 anni di esperienza nel settore ferroviario, avendo ricoperto più recentemente la posizione di Chief Commercial Officer presso PNW Railcars. Succederà a Tim Schitter, che andrà in pensione a fine anno dopo 11 anni in azienda.
Il suo ampio background comprende 23 anni presso FreightCar America e la sua società predecessore, dove ha gestito la pianificazione della produzione, la programmazione, la definizione dei prezzi e le attività commerciali. Ha inoltre ricoperto un ruolo senior nelle vendite presso Mitsui Rail Capital dal 2003 al 2005. Questa nomina mira a potenziare l'offerta di Greenbrier, investire nella flotta a noleggio e migliorare l'esperienza dei clienti.
Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) ha anunciado que Ted Baun se unirá como Vicepresidente Senior antes de asumir el cargo de Chief Commercial Officer en enero de 2026. Baun aporta más de 30 años de experiencia en la industria ferroviaria, habiendo desempeñado recientemente el puesto de Chief Commercial Officer en PNW Railcars. Sucederá a Tim Schitter, quien se retirará a fin de año tras 11 años en la empresa.
Su amplia trayectoria incluye 23 años en FreightCar America y su predecesora, donde gestionó la planificación de producción, programación, fijación de precios y actividades comerciales. También ocupó un puesto senior en ventas en Mitsui Rail Capital de 2003 a 2005. El nombramiento busca fortalecer la oferta de Greenbrier, invertir en su flota de arrendamiento y mejorar la experiencia del cliente.
Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX)는 Ted Baun이 2026년 1월 최고상업책임자(Chief Commercial Officer) 역할을 맡기 전에 수석 부사장으로 합류할 것이라고 발표했습니다. Baun은 30년 이상의 철도 산업 경험을 가지고 있으며, 최근에는 PNW Railcars에서 최고상업책임자로 근무했습니다. 그는 11년간 회사에 근무한 후 연말에 은퇴하는 Tim Schitter의 후임입니다.
Baun의 폭넓은 경력에는 FreightCar America 및 그 전신에서 23년간 근무하며 생산 계획, 일정 관리, 가격 책정 및 상업 활동을 담당한 경험이 포함됩니다. 또한 2003년부터 2005년까지 Mitsui Rail Capital에서 고위 영업직을 역임했습니다. 이번 임명은 Greenbrier의 제품 제공을 강화하고, 임대 차량에 투자하며, 고객 경험을 향상시키기 위한 것입니다.
Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) a annoncé que Ted Baun rejoindra l'entreprise en tant que Vice-Président Senior avant de prendre le poste de Directeur Commercial en janvier 2026. Baun apporte plus de 30 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie ferroviaire, ayant récemment occupé le poste de Directeur Commercial chez PNW Railcars. Il succédera à Tim Schitter, qui prendra sa retraite à la fin de l'année après 11 ans au sein de l'entreprise.
Son parcours étendu inclut 23 ans chez FreightCar America et sa société prédécesseur, où il a géré la planification de la production, la programmation, la tarification et les activités commerciales. Il a également occupé un poste de cadre supérieur aux ventes chez Mitsui Rail Capital de 2003 à 2005. Cette nomination vise à renforcer l'offre de Greenbrier, investir dans sa flotte de location et améliorer l'expérience client.
Greenbrier Companies (NYSE: GBX) hat bekannt gegeben, dass Ted Baun als Senior Vice President einsteigen wird, bevor er im Januar 2026 die Rolle des Chief Commercial Officer übernimmt. Baun bringt über 30 Jahre Erfahrung in der Bahnindustrie mit und war zuletzt Chief Commercial Officer bei PNW Railcars. Er wird Tim Schitter nachfolgen, der nach 11 Jahren im Unternehmen zum Jahresende in den Ruhestand geht.
Bauns umfangreicher Hintergrund umfasst 23 Jahre bei FreightCar America und dessen Vorgängerunternehmen, wo er Produktionsplanung, Terminierung, Preisgestaltung und kommerzielle Aktivitäten leitete. Zudem hatte er von 2003 bis 2005 eine leitende Vertriebsposition bei Mitsui Rail Capital inne. Die Ernennung zielt darauf ab, Greenbriers Angebot zu verbessern, in die Leasingflotte zu investieren und das Kundenerlebnis zu optimieren.
- Appointment of experienced executive with 30+ years of rail industry expertise
- Smooth leadership transition with 6-month overlap period
- New CCO brings diverse experience across railcar manufacturing and leasing sectors
- Loss of long-term CCO Tim Schitter with 11 years of company experience
Joins Greenbrier with 30 years of rail industry experience
Assumes Chief Commercial Officer role in January 2026
Baun brings more than 30 years of experience in the rail industry to Greenbrier. Most recently, he served as the Chief Commercial Officer for PNW Railcars, overseeing its tank and freight railcar fleet and directing efforts to maximize new railcar leases and renewals. Before joining PNW, he spent 23 years at FreightCar America (FCA) and its predecessor, Johnstown America, including 11 years as Chief Commercial Officer. At FCA, Baun managed production planning, scheduling, pricing and commercial activities. He also held a senior sales role at Mitsui Rail Capital, LLC from 2003 through 2005.
Brian Comstock, Executive Vice President and President, The
"I am honored to join Greenbrier and help expand its leadership in railroad transportation products and services. Greenbrier enjoys a rich heritage of innovation and exceptional customer experience. I am eager to lead the best team in our industry, driving impactful initiatives that deliver significant value to our customers. Together, we will build on Greenbrier's legacy and explore new avenues for growth and excellence," Baun said.
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