Our success is powered by the hard work and dedication of our 20,000 railroaders.

In 2024, these outstanding leaders who were recognized for their remarkable achievements, earning accolades as trailblazers, innovators, and for advancing the rail industry.

From driving operational excellence to fostering inclusion and sustainability, these awards celebrate the far-reaching impact of their leadership across Norfolk Southern and beyond.

Congratulations to Jacob Elium, Colby Gardner, Ashley King, Adam Motsinger, Valarie Nesbitt, Jackie Peets, Jason Pettway, Stephanie Roop, Richard Scott, and Kathleen Smith.

Your leadership and commitment inspire us all.

Jacob Elium
VP Financial Planning & Analysis
Rising Star Award
Progressive Railroading


 

Colby Gardner
AVP Operations
Young Leaders in Rail
International Rail Journal


 

Ashley King
AVP Trucking & Rail Integrated Solutions
Women in Rail
Railway Age

 

Adam Motsinger
Manager Environmental Operations
Rising Stars
Progressive Railroading


 

Valarie Nesbitt
Director Supplier Inclusion and Sustainability
Women of Influence
Atlanta Business League


 

Jackie Peets
Director Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
DEI&B Award
Atlanta Business Chronicle


 

Jason Pettway
AVP Workplace Experience
Man of Influence
Atlanta Business League


 

Stephanie Roop
AVP Strategy & Planning
Fast Trackers 25 under 40
Railway Age


 

Richard Scott
Manager Engineering Admin
Employee Veteran Leadership Awards 
Military Friendly

 

Kathleen Smith
VP Industrial Products
Women in Rail
International Rail Journal