Mike Haverty
Former Chairman, President & CEO (retired 2015), Kansas City Southern · United States
Mike Haverty is the CEO of Kansas City Southern (KSU). Haverty is based in the United States. Haverty was born in 1944 in Atchison and educated at Maur Hill – Mount Academy.
Fourth-generation railroader who began his career as a switchman in 1963 for Missouri Pacific Railroad. Served as President of Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway (1989-1991), then joined Kansas City Southern in 1995, becoming Chairman, President and CEO in 2001. Transformed KCS into a major north-south carrier connecting the U.S. and Mexico.
Recent developments
AI summary of recent coverageRecent coverage has focused on Mike Haverty's legacy at Kansas City Southern, including retrospectives on his tenure as CEO and his vision for north-south rail connectivity that shaped industry developments years after his departure. News has also highlighted Haverty's philanthropic activities and involvement in Kansas City civic institutions beyond his railroad career.
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Key Facts
Source: Wikidata ↗- Born
- June 11, 1944 · Atchison
- Education
- Maur Hill – Mount Academy
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Mike Haverty: FAQ
- Who is Mike Haverty?
- Mike Haverty is the Former Chairman, President & CEO (retired 2015) of Kansas City Southern, based in United States.
- What company does Mike Haverty lead?
- Mike Haverty is CEO of Kansas City Southern.
- Where was Mike Haverty educated?
- Mike Haverty studied at Maur Hill – Mount Academy.