Presenter Details

Rick Webb
CEO
Watco Companies, Inc.

A rail transportation service provider, Watco started in 1983. Today, Watco serves 26 states. CEO since 1998, Rick’s responsibility is Watco’s growth and strategic direction. Prior to becoming CEO, Rick learned the business working alongside his father in various positions within Watco. Rick currently serves on the Association of American Railroads Board of Directors and recently served as Chairman of the Railroad-Shipper Transportation Advisory Council. He is also active in Pittsburg State University’s Foundation Board of Trustees and the Board of Directors for Pittsburg Area Chamber of Commerce, Community National Bank and U.S. Bank. Rick earned a B.S in Physics from PSU. He and his wife Stacey live in Pittsburg with their two children, Megan and Jake.

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