Meet Patrick Whitehead, CN COO — Bio + How to Reach Out

Last updated: 2025-12-13

Who is Patrick Whitehead?

Patrick Whitehead is the COO of CN, with over 30 years of railroad experience. He is based in Montreal and has held senior management roles in transportation and mechanical operations.

Patrick Whitehead's Work History

Patrick has a long-standing career in the railroad industry, including management positions at Norfolk Southern and CN. He specializes in operations management, transportation, and strategic planning.

• 2023-11 - Chief Operating Officer (COO), CN
• 2022-06 - 2023-11 - Senior Vice President - Network Operations, CN
• 2021-03 - 2022-06 - General Manager, CN
• 2020-03 - 2021-03 - Vice President Transportation, Norfolk Southern
• 2019-09 - 2020-03 - Assistant Vice President - Mechanical, Norfolk Southern

Patrick Whitehead's Education

Patrick holds a Master of Science degree in Transportation Management from the University of Denver and has completed the Wharton School of Business’ Advanced Management and Corporate Governance programs.

• University of Denver - Master of Science (MS) in Transportation Management (2014 - 2016)
• Wharton School of Business - Advanced Management Program (2023 - 2023)

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