Schneider National has appointed manufacturing executive Austin Ramirez to its board of directors, the carrier announced June 24. Ramirez is CEO of Wisconsin-based Husco, a global engineering and manufacturing company specializing in hydraulic and electro-mechanical systems, where he guided a tripling of global sales to more than $600 million. His appointment occurred in April, ahead of Jim Filter taking over as president and CEO on July 1, succeeding Mark Rourke who becomes executive board chairman. Rourke highlighted Ramirez’s executive background, manufacturing operations expertise, and extensive experience in corporate finance and governance, noting his strategic perspective aligns with Schneider’s culture. Ramirez is a former White House fellow and previously served as a consultant with McKinsey & Co.
Schneider National IncAppointment of experienced manufacturing executive to board, enhancing governance and strategic perspective.