Robert C. Lyons is the CEO and President of GATX Corporation, having taken on this role in April 2022. Before this, he had a solid career at the same company, climbing the ranks through various financial and leadership positions. Notably,...

Robert C. Lyons is the CEO and President of GATX Corporation, having taken on this role in April 2022. Before this, he had a solid career at the same company, climbing the ranks through various financial and leadership positions. Notably, he was Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer from 2012 to 2018 and was in charge of the Rail North America division. His experience in finance is extensive, equipping him well for the challenges he faces as CEO. Lyons currently leads GATX in the rail leasing industry and has a focus on strategic growth and performance improvements. He has a significant financial package; in 2023, his total compensation reached around $6.47 million, with a base salary of about $858,000. Lyons has also been nominated to serve on the board of directors for additional strategic insight. His leadership role aligns with a compensation philosophy at GATX that ties pay to company performance, emphasizing long-term value for shareholders. Outside of GATX, he contributes to the broader business community by serving on the board of Packaging Corporation of America.