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FedEx Corp. has announced key leadership appointments as it advances the separation of its less-than-truckload (LTL) freight division. John A. Smith, currently chief operating officer for U.S. and Canada at Federal Express, will become president and CEO of FedEx Freight. R. Brad Martin, vice chairman of the FedEx Corp. board of directors, will serve as chairman of the board for FedEx Freight. These roles will take effect following the completion of the spin-off from FedEx Corp., expected by June 2026.
Raj Subramaniam, president and CEO of FedEx Corp., stated, “I cannot think of two individuals with more knowledge of, or commitment to, the long-term success of the FedEx Freight business than John Smith and Brad Martin.” He expressed confidence in their ability to lead this new chapter for FedEx Freight.
Smith will maintain his current responsibilities until the separation is finalized. His career spans over 30 years in the industry, including 25 years with FedEx Freight and its predecessor companies. Between 2018 and 2021, he led significant growth in revenue and operating income while managing pandemic-related challenges.
