Surface Board Refreshes Top Executive Review Teams
Published Date: 4/1/2025
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The Surface Transportation Board just updated who’s on their Senior Executive Service Performance Review Board and Executive Resources Board. These changes take effect right away and affect the leaders who review top executives’ work and resources. No new costs or deadlines, just fresh faces ready to keep things running smoothly!
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