OmniTRAX names Russell senior VP

OmniTRAX Inc. has hired Rob Russell to serve as senior vice president of marketing and commercial strategy.

In his new role at OmniTRAX, Russell will support the growth and development of the OmniTRAX franchise, company officials said in a press release.

"Rob’s experience in financial, business strategy, operational and logistics functions will bolster our commercial efforts from day one. We are excited to have him join our leadership team," said OmniTRAX Chief Executive Officer Kevin Shuba.

Most recently, Russell was president of short-line holding company Progressive Rail Inc. Prior to that position, he spent 16 years at Union Pacific Railroad, where he worked across the finance, operating and commercial departments. His final position at UP was assistant VP of network, economic and industrial development.

Prior to serving at UP, Russell was an officer in the U.S. Navy Civil Engineer Corps for six years.