Fed Ex Appoints John Smith As Chief Executive Officer of Fed Ex Freight

May 19, 2025•2 months ago

Position

Chief Executive Officer

Company

FedEx

John Smith

MemphisLogisticsTransportationE Commerce

Description

FedEx has appointed John Smith as the Chief Executive Officer of its freight trucking spinoff, FedEx Freight. Smith, a long-time insider, previously served as the CEO of FedEx Freight and has a significant background within the company.

Company Information

Company

FedEx

Location

Memphis, Tennessee, United States

About

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce, and business services. With annual revenue of $88 billion, the company offers integrated business solutions utilizing its flexible, efficient, and intelligent global network. Consistently ranked among the world’s most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its more than 500,000 employees to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards, and the needs of their customers and communities. FedEx is committed to connecting people and possibilities around the world responsibly and resourcefully, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040.

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