WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) announced changes to its Executive Board following the unexpected passing of former Chair Rob Oesch.
“We are all deeply saddened by the loss of Rob, a great leader whose contributions to the rail industry and RSI were invaluable,” said Greg Dalpe, Executive Vice President, Freight Car Services, Progress Rail who is stepping into the role of RSI board chair. “We are committed to honoring his legacy and will continue the important work he championed. We are confident that this new executive board, comprised of experienced and dedicated leaders, will guide our organization forward with a shared vision for a strong and innovative rail supply industry.”
Kate Suprenuk, President, Marmon Railcar Leasing, UTLX & Procor, will fulfill Dalpe’s unexpired term as Vice Chair. Justin Roberts, Vice President, Corporate Finance & Treasurer, The Greenbrier Companies, will take on the duties of Treasurer that Dalpe was also handling prior to assuming the chairmanship.
The RSI Board of Directors officers for the remainder of 2025 are as follows:
- Chair: Greg Dalpe, Executive Vice President, Freight Car Services – Progress Rail
- Vice Chair: Kate Suprenuk, President, Marmon Railcar Leasing – UTLX & Procor
- Secretary: John Cohen, Vice President, Public Affairs – Alstom
- Treasurer: Justin Roberts, Vice President, Corporate Finance & Treasurer – The Greenbrier Companies
- Past-Chairman: Jeff Lytle, President – CIT Rail
The Oesch family has requested that in lieu of flowers, donations may be made to 529 College Savings Accounts established for each of Rob and Kristin’s children. Donations can be made through Ugift529.com utilizing the following codes: Cameron Z8T-E12; Brody Q9Z-308; Sully 91T-25F.
About the Railway Supply Institute (RSI)
The Railway Supply Institute (RSI) is dedicated to advancing safety, innovation, technology, and sustainability within the freight and passenger railway supplier industry, both in North America and global markets. As the voice of the industry, RSI strategically engages in critical and urgent industry matters by leveraging the technical expertise of our members to advocate in the legislative and regulatory arenas, foster education, host impactful events, and facilitate networking opportunities. For more information visit www.rsiweb.org, follow RSI on Twitter and LinkedIn.