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Kate Luce
President and CEO at Mississippi Export Railroad
Kate Luce is the President and CEO of Mississippi Export Railroad (MSE), a position she has held since April 2017. At the age of 29, she became one of the youngest female CEOs in the railroad industry, marking a significant milestone in her career and the sector as a whole.12
Career Path: Luce began her journey at MSE in customer service and progressively advanced through various roles, including trainmaster and manager of transportation. Before becoming CEO, she served as Chief Operating Officer from January 2016 to April 2017. Her experience also includes working as a consultant for Bain & Company and participating in GE Transportation's Experienced Commercial Leadership Program.123
Education: Luce holds a bachelor's degree in supply chain management from Auburn University and an MBA from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business, where she received the Keohane Leadership Award in April 2015.123
Under her leadership, MSE has focused on adapting to changes in the rail industry and enhancing customer service, emphasizing innovation and strategic growth.1
