Management ChangeJul 29, 2026, 04:57 PM
CPKC Board Chair Isabelle Courville Retires; Gordon Trafton Appointed
AI Summary
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) announced the immediate retirement of Isabelle Courville as Chair of its Board of Directors. Gordon Trafton, who previously served as Vice-Chair, has been appointed as the new Chair, effective immediately, as part of the Board's succession plan. Ms. Courville, who joined the Board in 2013 and became Chair in 2019, played a pivotal role in the company's growth, including the transformational combination with Kansas City Southern. Mr. Trafton brings extensive railroad experience, having been a board member since 2017.
Key Highlights
- Isabelle Courville retired as Chair of the Board of Directors, effective immediately.
- Gordon Trafton, previously Vice-Chair, was appointed as the new Chair of the Board.
- Ms. Courville served on the Board since May 1, 2013, and as Chair since May 7, 2019.
- She was the first female to chair the board of a Class 1 railway.
- Her retirement was not due to any disagreement with the company's operations, policies, or practices.
- Mr. Trafton has been a Board member since January 1, 2017, and Vice-Chair since January 28, 2026.
- The appointment of Mr. Trafton is in accordance with the Board’s succession plan.
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