JOSEPH R. HINRICHS

PRESIDENT & CEO, CSX, JACKSONVILLE

CSX is a leading transportation company providing rail, intermodal and transload services. With a network connecting major U.S. metro areas and ports in the East, CSX plays a vital role in economic growth. For nearly 200 years, it has supported industries like energy, agriculture and construction. Committed to community impact, CSX aided 823 communities in 2024, with employees volunteering over 24,000 hours.

EDUCATION: University of Dayton (BS), Harvard University (MBA)

FIRST JOB: My first job was a paper route, where I learned the value of reliability and discipline. Waking up early each morning, I discovered how small, consistent efforts can build trust and make an impact in the community.

DREAM ALTERNATE CAREER: I’d be an NBA basketball player. I’ve always loved sports — from playing high school football to competing in a club basketball league at Harvard.

HOBBY: I enjoy gardening and landscaping. For me, it’s a way to unwind while creating something lasting. It’s kind of like leadership, it focuses on nurturing growth, patience and finding satisfaction in the process.