PITTSBURGH - Wabtec Corporation (NYSE:WAB), a global provider of equipment and services for the rail industry, has appointed Kyra Yates as the new Vice President of Investor Relations, effective March 18, 2023. Yates will take over from Kristine Kubacki, who has served in the role since 2019.
Yates, who has been with Wabtec since 2008, brings extensive experience from within the company’s finance team, having supported various business segments in her tenure. Her most recent position as Vice President and Chief Financial Officer for Wabtec’s Global Operations involved overseeing the financial aspects of the company's manufacturing, sourcing, and logistics operations. Yates holds a BA in Accounting from Bellarmine University and will report directly to John Olin (NYSE:OLN), Wabtec’s Executive Vice President and CFO.
John Olin praised Yates for her deep understanding of Wabtec’s financials, operations, and growth strategy, noting her diverse leadership roles within the finance organization. Olin also expressed gratitude to Kristine Kubacki for her contributions, particularly in building a robust investor relations function and effectively communicating Wabtec's strategy and value to the financial community.
The leadership transition comes as Wabtec continues to position itself as a leader in the rail industry, focusing on delivering innovative products and services. With a history spanning over 150 years, Wabtec remains committed to its vision of achieving a zero-emission rail system in the U.S. and globally.
This announcement is based on a press release statement from Wabtec Corporation.
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