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Soroban Capital Partners Sends Letter and Presentation to Board of Directors of Union Pacific Corporation Highlighting Need to Replace Chief Executive Officer with Best-In-Class Leadership

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Sunday, February 26, 2023

The Company is not delivering on its commitment to customers, and the Surface Transportation Board (regulator) has singled out UNP as providing the worst service among the Class I railroads.

Key Points: 
  • The Company is not delivering on its commitment to customers, and the Surface Transportation Board (regulator) has singled out UNP as providing the worst service among the Class I railroads.
  • Therefore, it is paramount that the next leader of the Company has a proven track record of railroad operating excellence.
  • Fortunately, as it relates to new leadership, there is no need to start from scratch.
  • In addition, no internal candidates are remotely as qualified as Mr. Vena, and he is the leading external candidate available.

Worldwide Logistics Group Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Executive Promotions

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Tuesday, January 24, 2023

Worldwide Logistics Group (WWL), an integrated logistics provider, announced the promotions of four key members of their management team including Tom Peacock, who has been promoted to President and will oversee and guide all global activities.

Key Points: 
  • Worldwide Logistics Group (WWL), an integrated logistics provider, announced the promotions of four key members of their management team including Tom Peacock, who has been promoted to President and will oversee and guide all global activities.
  • Additional promotions include John Rapczak to Senior Vice President Domestic Operations, Willy Fong to President APAC, and Ryan Chan to Senior Vice President APAC.
  • These appointments serve to highlight WWL's dedication to developing top talent, providing meaningful career opportunities, and utilizing their supply chain and logistics expertise across its global leadership team.
  • “All four appointees are long standing employees and have dedicated large portions of their careers to shaping WWL into the company that it is today,” said Joe Monaghan, Chairman and CEO of Worldwide Logistics Group.

Customized Energy Solutions’ PowerGREEN Demand Management Software Reduces Fritz Winter Peak Demand Cost

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Customized Energy Solutions (CES) has enabled global iron foundry Fritz Winter to reduce its annual peak demand cost with its PowerGREEN Demand Management Software, helping the company remain competitive in the face of soaring energy costs while contributing to grid resiliency.

Key Points: 
  • PHILADELPHIA, Sept. 20, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Customized Energy Solutions (CES) has enabled global iron foundry Fritz Winter to reduce its annual peak demand cost with its PowerGREEN Demand Management Software, helping the company remain competitive in the face of soaring energy costs while contributing to grid resiliency.
  • Through 2022, PowerGREEN has saved Fritz Winter an additional $400,000 in energy costs, including $90,000 in June alone.
  • Overall, PowerGREEN has reduced Fritz Winters peak demand from 22 MW to 15 MW.
  • The software reduces peak demand and coincidental peak demand charges by automating loads for maximum efficiency, predictability, and visibility.

Head of Union Pacific Lance Fritz will talk trade and technology at National Press Club Headliners Luncheon July 12

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Wednesday, June 6, 2018

Fritz began his career at Union Pacific as a vice president and general manager in the company's marketing and sales department nearly 20 years ago.

Key Points: 
  • Fritz began his career at Union Pacific as a vice president and general manager in the company's marketing and sales department nearly 20 years ago.
  • Prior to joining Union Pacific, Fritz worked for Friskars, Inc., Cooper Industries and General Electric.
  • To submit a question for the speaker in advance, put UNION PACIFIC in the subject line and email to [email protected] .
  • The National Press Club is located on the 13th Floor of the National Press Building at 529 14th St., NW, Washington, D.C.