John Neel
About John Neel
John Neel serves as the Crew Utilization Manager at Kansas City Southern, where he has worked since 2022. He has extensive experience in the railway industry, having held various positions at Kansas City Southern and BNSF Railway over the past two decades.
Current Role as Crew Utilization Manager
John Neel currently serves as the Crew Utilization Manager at Kansas City Southern, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for optimizing crew assignments and ensuring efficient operations within the company. His focus includes enforcing compliance with company policies and maintaining employee accountability.
Previous Experience at Kansas City Southern
John Neel has held multiple positions at Kansas City Southern. He worked as a Terminal Trainmaster from 2016 to 2017, where he managed train operations at a terminal. He then served as Corridor Manager from 2017 to 2019, overseeing the performance of specific rail corridors. Following this, he was a LEAD Participant-Customer Solutions from 2019 to 2020, and later a Business Excellence Analyst from 2020 to 2021. He also worked as an Internal Auditor in the LEAD program from 2021 to 2022.
Experience at BNSF Railway
Before joining Kansas City Southern, John Neel worked at BNSF Railway for several years. His roles included Terminal Trainmaster from 2005 to 2008, Division Trainmaster from 2008 to 2014, and Manager of Corridor Operations from 2014 to 2016. His experience at BNSF provided him with a solid foundation in train operations and corridor management.
Educational Background
John Neel has a strong educational background in business administration. He earned a Bachelor of Business from Langston University from 2001 to 2003. He furthered his education by obtaining an MBA in Executive Leadership from Baker University, completing the program from 2019 to 2022. He also studied Liberal Arts and Sciences at Rogers State University, achieving an Associate of Arts degree from 2000 to 2001.
Skills and Professional Development
John Neel prioritizes professional development and actively seeks opportunities to enhance his leadership skills. He possesses a strong ability to handle conflict professionally and resolve issues to the satisfaction of all parties involved. His experience across various roles in the railway industry has equipped him with the skills necessary for effective team management and operational efficiency.