R.J. Corman Railroad Group
Alín Campián has been elevated to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at R.J. Corman Railroad Group. Campián, who formally assumed the CFO role in October 2024 after serving in an interim capacity, “has consistently demonstrated exceptional financial acumen and strategic leadership,” R.J. Corman reported Sept. 8.
Campián will continue to oversee all financial operations, drive financial accountability, and support the company’s growth initiatives across its diverse portfolio, including 19 short lines; emergency rail services associated with derailments and natural disasters; switching, track construction, track material distribution, and signal design/construction services; and a dinner train.
He served previously as Vice President of Commercial Strategy and Yield Management. Prior to joining R.J. Corman, Campián worked for Patriot Rail, Florida East Coast Railway, and CSX. He holds an undergraduate degree in business administration and several graduate degrees, including a master’s degree in accounting and a Master of Business Administration in financial management from North Carolina State University.
“Since joining the company in 2020, Alín’s contributions have been absolutely transformative, driving major positive change across our organization,” said Justin Broyles, who recently took on the role of President and CEO of R.J. Corman Railroad Group. “His visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to excellence has elevated every aspect of our business, and his influence has been nothing short of remarkable. We are confident that with Alín at the helm of our financial strategies, R.J. Corman Railroad Group will continue to grow as an industry leader and deliver exceptional value to our customers.”
NCTD
Jeffery Wymer has been promoted to Director of Information Technology, overseeing IT infrastructure and operations at NCTD, which operates Coaster commuter rail, Sprinter hybrid rail, Breeze bus, Flex on-demand, and Lift paratransit services.
Wymer brings more than two decades of experience in IT and has been with NCTD for three years, starting as a Senior Systems Engineer and most recently serving as Cybersecurity Manager. NCTD said he was “instrumental” in its procurement of dedicated cybersecurity insurance and assisted in its successful Federal Transit Administration Triennial Audit and Transportation Security Administration Cybersecurity Review.
Before joining NCTD, Wymer spent 18 years with the San Bernardino County Superior Court, where he participated in major technology initiatives and led a team in modernizing the Court’s technology systems. Wymer earned his Certified Information Systems Security Professional certification in June 2024.
“Jeff’s promotion to Director of IT is a reflection of his exceptional leadership, deep technical expertise and commitment to advancing our organization’s technology capabilities,” said Tracey Foster, Chief Development Officer at NCTD. “Jeff inspires and supports his team and I’m confident he will continue to drive our IT strategy forward in his new role.”
“I’m incredibly excited to take on this role and continue accelerating NCTD’s journey forward through resilient and innovative technology,” Wymer said. “I am committed to empowering our team and delivering a seamless experience for every rider.”
In related news, NCTD recently named a Deputy CEO and an HR Director.
NARS
Steve Schmotzer has joined NARS as Chief Development Officer, succeeding David Goretski, who will remain as a senior advisor. With more than 25 years of leadership experience in transportation, manufacturing, and industrial services, Schmotzer served most recently as Vice President of Sales for the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Eastern Canada at The Greenbrier Companies. During his tenure, he played a key role in developing go-to-market strategy, expanding market presence, negotiating complex commercial agreements, and advancing innovative product and service offerings, including new railcar designs and service solutions, according to NARS. He also led the launch of a commercial trailer joint venture producing more than 4,000 units in less than two years.
Schmotzer has also held leadership roles at Kenworth (PACCAR) and Mack Trucks, as well as throughout the commercial truck distribution network. “Known as a business development specialist, he has led underperforming units back to profitability, created international business channels, and improved operational performance through strategic restructuring, sales leadership, market positioning and product development,” according to NARS, which was established in 2021 following DFW Capital Partners’s acquisition of American Track. In addition to American Track, NARS’s other subsidiaries include ZA Construction (ZA), Universal Rail Systems, North American Rail Products, and Tri Innovations.
“Steve brings a unique set of experience to the NARS team that will help launch our corporate presence into the next phase of growth,” NARS CEO Tom Lucario said. “We are excited to have him on board.”
“I’m honored to lead the next chapter for NARS advancing our legacy while redefining innovation in rail infrastructure and services,” Schmotzer commented. “I join the team at a critical time in its evolution, and look forward to developing and implementing scalable, creative solutions to support our rapid growth and delivering tangible value to our customers.”
In related news, NARS recently reported “a strategic combination” with Brandon, Miss.-based ZA; acquired Rapid Track; and appointed Doug Severidt as Procurement Director and Wyatt Cox as General Counsel.
