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Mark R. George

President and Chief Executive Officer at NORFOLK SOUTHERN
Since September 11, 2024
Age
57 years
Education
Holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Connecticut State University and a Master of Business Administration from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute.
Tenure
Joined NSC on November 1, 2019 as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer and was later promoted to President and Chief Executive Officer on September 11, 2024.

Also at NORFOLK SOUTHERN

AB
Anil Bhatt
EVP and Chief Information and Digital Officer
AAA
Ann A. Adams
Chief Human Resources Officer
CLM
Claiborne L. Moore
VP and Controller

About

Mark R. George is a seasoned executive with over 35 years of professional experience spanning multiple global industries. His extensive background in finance and strategic leadership has been instrumental in driving value and operational excellence in every role he has held.

Prior to his current role, he built a robust career at United Technologies Corporation and its subsidiaries, serving as Global CFO for both the Otis Elevator Company and the Carrier Corporation. His experience includes notable international assignments, such as six years in Asia while acting as regional CFO, which sharpened his ability to manage complex, global financial operations.

At NSC, his strategic vision has guided financial strategy and operational improvements during his tenure as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and now as President and Chief Executive Officer. His contributions extend beyond day-to-day operations as he also serves on the Board of Directors for NSC and for other industry-leading organizations, reflecting his commitment to corporate governance and industry leadership.

$NSC Performance Under Mark R. George

Past Roles

Organization Role Date Range Details
Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer November 1, 2019 - September 11, 2024 Preceded promotion to President and CEO
United Technologies Corporation (UTC) – Carrier Corporation Vice President Finance and Acting Chief CFO 2019 N/A
United Technologies Corporation (UTC) – Otis Elevator Company Vice President Finance, Strategy, IT and Chief CFO 2016 - 2019 N/A
United Technologies Corporation (UTC) – Otis Elevator Company and Carrier Corporation Global CFO 2008 - 2019 N/A
United Technologies Corporation (UTC) – Carrier Corporation Vice President Finance and Chief CFO 2008 - 2015 N/A
United Technologies Corporation (UTC) – Climate, Controls and Security Vice President Finance and Chief CFO 2011 - 2015 N/A
United Technologies Corporation (UTC) – Building and Industrial Systems Vice President Finance and Chief CFO 2013 - 2015 N/A
United Technologies Corporation (UTC) – Otis Elevator Company Regional CFO (Asia) N/A (Held for six years) N/A

External Roles

Organization Role Date RangeDetails
Trane Technologies plc (NYSE: TT) Board of Directors N/AMember of Finance and Audit Committees
Junior Achievement of Georgia Board of Directors N/AN/A