Rafael Santana
Also at Westinghouse Air Brake Technologies Corp
About
Rafael Santana currently serves as the President and CEO of WAB, a position he has held since July 1, 2019. During his early tenure at WAB, he advanced from his role as Executive Vice President to steer the company’s strategic direction and operational excellence.
Before joining WAB, he built an impressive career at General Electric from 2000 onwards, holding several leadership roles across the Transportation, Power, and Oil & Gas sectors. Notably, he served as President and CEO of GE Transportation and led multiple divisions including GE in Latin America, GE Oil and Gas Turbomachinery Solutions, and others, which solidified his reputation as a global executive leader.
Beyond his corporate roles, his contributions extend to board-level responsibilities such as serving on the Board of Directors of Travelers Insurance since 2022. While specific personal and educational details have not been disclosed, his extensive experience in steering complex international operations and driving strategic growth underlines his influential presence in the transportation and rail industry.