GXO - Leadership updates

GXO brand to be featured on the No. 31 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet piloted by Ryan Hunter-Reay at 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500 GREENWICH, Conn. and INDIANAPOLIS, April 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure‑play contract logistics provider, today announced its role as an Official Partner of the Arrow McLaren IndyCar Team, supporting the entry of the No. 31 Arrow McLaren Chevrolet driven by Ryan Hunter‑Reay at the 110th Running of the Indianapolis 500 next month. GXO CEO Patrick Kelleher, said: "At GXO, teamwork, precision and performance at speed define who we are. Like racing, the most successful logistics operations are built on trust, seam

Industry veteran Ajit Kara joins GXO as Senior Vice President of Account Management GREENWICH, Conn., April 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure‑play contract logistics provider, announced today that Ajit Kara has joined GXO as Senior Vice President, Account Management, reporting to Chief Commercial Officer Karen Bomber. In this newly created role, Kara will lead the Account Management organization with responsibility for enabling scalable growth, value creation and strengthening long-term partnerships. He will be based at GXO's headquarters in Greenwich, Connecticut. "Ajit brings a deep passion for building high‑value, long‑term client pa

GREENWICH, Conn., March 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the appointment of Mark Suchinski as Chief Financial Officer, effective April 1, 2026. Suchinski is a seasoned financial leader with more than three decades in finance, operations and supply chain management, with significant experience in the aerospace and defense sector, a key growth vertical for GXO. He has a proven track record driving enterprise performance improvement in labor productivity, contracting, pricing and sourcing. GXO CEO Patrick Kelleher said, "Mark is an accomplished corporate finance leader with decades of oper

Global role to accelerate expansion in high-growth segments, verticals and geographies GREENWICH, Conn., Dec. 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the appointment of Karen Bomber as Chief Commercial Officer, reporting to CEO Patrick Kelleher, effective January 26, 2026. Bomber will be responsible for GXO's global go-to-market strategy, with a clear, unified approach to customer relationships and pricing and a particular focus on accelerating sales in high-growth segments, verticals and geographies. Bomber brings more than 25 years of experience in commercial strategy, transformation and gro

Seasoned Executive Patrick Byrne to Become Non-Executive Chairman GREENWICH, Conn., Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced that Brad Jacobs will step down as Non-Executive Chairman of the Board, effective December 31, 2025. Patrick Byrne will assume the role of Non-Executive Chairman at that time. The chairman transition follows a period of significant transformation at GXO, including the appointment of CEO Patrick Kelleher, several additional senior leadership hires, the appointment of seven new, independent board members and regulatory approval of GXO's acquisition of Wincanton. Jaco

Newly created role responsible for driving global operational excellence GREENWICH, Conn., Dec. 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the appointment of Bart Beeks in the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective January 2, 2026. Beeks will lead GXO's global operational excellence agenda through standardized global execution, reporting to CEO Patrick Kelleher. GXO CEO Patrick Kelleher said, "Execution and growth go hand in hand. Bart brings exceptional operational experience and proven leadership that will enable us to take the best of what we do so well and scale it con

Appoints new leader of Americas & Asia Pacific; Simplifies management structure; Strengthens Execution GREENWICH, Conn., Oct. 29, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced organizational changes to accelerate growth, simplify its structure, and strengthen execution. GXO CEO Patrick Kelleher said, "In my first 60 days, I've seen firsthand the strength of our foundation and the extraordinary potential ahead – for our business, our people, and our impact in the marketplace. The changes we're announcing today sharpen our focus on growth, simplify our structure, and lay the groundwork for stronger exec

GREENWICH, Conn., July 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today appointed Patrick Byrne and Michael Kneeland to its board of directors, effective immediately. Additionally, Dr. Jason Papastavrou has stepped down from the board. These appointments follow the election of five new board members in May, bringing the total to ten directors, nine of whom are independent. Brad Jacobs, GXO's chairman, said, "With a new CEO set to take the helm next month, it's been a natural time to refresh our board of directors. These changes reflect a proactive approach to board refreshment, ensuring a strong leadership team

GREENWICH, Conn., June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the appointment of seasoned supply chain leader Patrick Kelleher as its new chief executive officer, effective August 19, 2025. Kelleher brings 33 years of global supply chain experience, strategic leadership and operational excellence to GXO, having held senior executive roles at DHL Supply Chain, a division of Deutsche Post DHL Group. Most recently, he served as CEO, North America, where he oversaw significant growth and operational improvements across the business. Brad Jacobs, chairman of GXO's board of directors, said: "Patric

Patrick Merrin named Chief Operations Officer and Peter Fjellman named Chief Financial Officer Compass Minerals (NYSE:CMP), a leading global provider of essential minerals, today announced the appointment of Patrick Merrin, a seasoned operating executive in the mining industry, as the company's new chief operations officer (COO) and Peter Fjellman, who has decades of experience in senior finance roles, as its new chief financial officer (CFO). Merrin's appointment is effective March 3 and fills the COO position which has been open since June 2024. Fjellman, whose appointment is effective immediately, succeeds Jeff Cathey who has decided to depart Compass Minerals due to personal reasons.

GREENWICH, Conn., Dec. 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO) today announced that Malcolm Wilson, chief executive officer, has informed the board of directors that he plans to retire in 2025. He will continue to lead the company during the executive search process for his successor. Brad Jacobs, chairman of the GXO Board of Directors, said, "Malcolm's countless contributions to GXO and its legacy parent XPO span nearly a decade. Under his leadership, GXO has added more than $3 billion of revenue and received global recognitions each year for innovation and workplace culture. Our incoming CEO will inherit a best-in-class management team and strong industry positioning

PARIS, France, Sept. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced Emmanuel Bonnet as the company's new Vice President of Business Development in France. "We are delighted to welcome Emmanuel Bonnet to the team in France," said Vincent Ricci, Managing Director, GXO, France. "His commercial expertise will be instrumental in furthering our growth ambitions in France by winning partnerships with new and existing customers." In his role, Bonnet will lead the sales strategy in France. He will be responsible for defining and leading business development and key account management strategies in coordinati

GREENWICH, Conn., Sept. 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO) CEO Malcolm Wilson will join a fireside chat at the Morgan Stanley 12th Annual Laguna Conference on Thursday, September 12th, beginning at 8:10 a.m. PDT. About GXO Logistics GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO) is the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider and is capitalizing on the rapid growth of ecommerce and automation. GXO is committed to providing a world-class, diverse workplace for more than 130,000 team members in more than 970 facilities totaling approximately 200 million square feet. The company partners with the world's leading blue-chip companies to solve complex logist

After leading GXO in France, Marques returns to Spain and Portugal to drive GXO's expansionMADRID, Spain, July 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced Rui Marques will return to Spain as Managing Director of GXO Iberia to continue driving the company's expansion in Spain and Portugal.Marques, who previously held this position for more than a decade, returns to GXO Spain and Portugal after leading the company's operations in France. He rejoins Iberia to lead a team of more than 8,500 employees and the largest logistics footprint in Spain, with more than 1.5 million square meters. Marques will lea

GREENWICH, Conn., April 09, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the appointment of Corinna Refsgaard as Chief Human Resources Officer, reporting to CEO Malcolm Wilson. Refsgaard will be responsible for global talent strategy as well as all strategic, operational and transformational HR processes, including compensation and benefits, workforce planning and performance management. She will be based in London. "We are extremely pleased to welcome Corinna to GXO," said GXO CEO Malcolm Wilson. "Corinna has extensive experience across all facets of Human Resources in large-scale global organizat

GREENWICH, Conn., March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the appointment of Kristine Kubacki as Chief Strategy Officer, effective April 1. Kubacki will be responsible for identifying and evaluating growth and market expansion opportunities, helping set long-term strategy, advising on capital structure and capital allocation, and developing and articulating GXO's corporate strategy for delivering outstanding value and performance to shareholders and the investment community. The role will report to CFO Baris Oran. Kubacki has two decades of experience in Investor Relations and as a sell

GREENWICH, Conn. and LONDON, U.K., March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced the newly created leadership role and appointment of Nizar Trigui as Chief Technology Officer (CTO) to further accelerate GXO's industry leadership in technology and capitalize on the increasing global demand for advanced warehouse solutions. The CTO, reporting to CEO Malcolm Wilson, has responsibility for GXO's global technology function, working with the company's innovation leaders to make cutting-edge technology an integral part of GXO's future growth. "This new global technology role realizes our commitme

GREENWICH, Conn., and LONDON, U.K., Jan. 11, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced two new leadership appointments. Richard Cawston, President of Europe, has expanded his current responsibilities to assume the newly-created role of Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). GXO is also strengthening its Sales organization in the Americas and Asia Pacific with the addition of Eric Spadafora who joins GXO as head of sales for the region. The Chief Revenue Officer, reporting to CEO Malcolm Wilson, has global responsibility for sales strategy, including prioritizing the most attractive customer segments, vertica

GREENWICH, Conn., Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, announced today that Jorge Guanter has been appointed President of its Americas and Asia Pacific (AMAPAC) business, succeeding Eduardo Pelleissone who will depart GXO in March 2024. The role, reporting to CEO Malcolm Wilson, has responsibility for managing operations in 12 countries, with a priority focus on North America. "Jorge brings a unique breadth of management and operations expertise having led our Industrials division in North America as well as our operations in Asia, Latin America and Mexico," said Malcolm Wilson, Chief Executive Office

EINDHOVEN, The Netherlands, Sept. 28, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, announced today that it has hired European contract logistics veteran Willem Veekens as Managing Director for its operations in Belgium and the Netherlands. "We are delighted to welcome Willem Veekens to our European team," said Paul Mohan, Managing Director, Continental Europe for GXO. "Willem brings more than two decades of experience in the European contract logistics industry to this role, and his expertise in customer service, operations, sales and people engagement will be instrumental in continuing GXO's exceptional growth in Be

LONDON, U.K., Sept. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, announced today that, together with Datasparq, it has successfully deployed artificial intelligence solutions that have helped to boost efficiency, generate cost savings and reduce environmental impact through transport route optimisation. "Customers choose GXO not only for our world-class logistics expertise, warehousing and transportation fleet, but also for the market-leading innovative technology we deploy across our network," said Gavin Williams, GXO Managing Director, U.K. & Ireland. "We continue to invest in unparalleled technology solutions

New role created to meet tremendous customer demand for automated solutions GXO set new record for operational tech deployment in Q1 GREENWICH, Conn., July 25, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE:GXO), the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, announced today that Adrian Stoch has been promoted to the newly created role of Chief Automation Officer, a role created to meet the tremendous customer demand for automation. The role, reporting to CEO Malcolm Wilson, has global responsibility for establishing industry-leading automation capabilities to be deployed across GXO's network, generating new business opportunities, and furthering the Company's distinct

GREENWICH, Conn. , Sept. 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XPO Logistics, a leading provider of freight transportation services, has announced the appointment of Christine Robinne to lead the company's technology organization and digital strategy in Europe. She will report to Luis Gomez, president – Europe, and to Mario Harik, XPO's chief information officer. Luis Gomez said, "Christine is a seasoned technology executive who will ensure that our customers and operators get the full benefit of our innovation — particularly our digital freight management capabilities and productivity tools. Our technology initiatives are in excellent hands with Christine and her talented team." Robinne