Job description: Elizabeth started with the company six years ago as a brakeman. She has worked as a conductor, engineer, yardmaster, operations manager, senior designated supervisor of locomotive engineers and currently as senior manager of operations manager.

Why she's influential as a leader: Elizabeth has worked in many aspects of TGS' short-line operations. People at all levels in the organization depend on her and her expertise to lead employees through daily challenges. She is often used to mentor new employees and aspiring managers. She works tirelessly to make TGS a world-class railroad.