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OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 17, 2017 -- YRC Worldwide Inc. (NASDAQ:YRCW) announces the appointment of Stephanie D. Fisher as Chief Financial Officer of YRCW, effective immediately.
“Stephanie has been a key contributor on nearly every aspect of our financial operations, including our successful refinancing efforts,” said James Welch, YRCW CEO. “As CFO she will continue to build on her exemplary career with YRCW.”
“I want to thank James and my fellow team members at YRCW for this extraordinary opportunity,” said Fisher. “I am proud of what we have accomplished and excited to be a part of the company’s future as a leader in the transportation industry.”
About Stephanie Fisher
Before being named CFO of YRC Worldwide, Fisher served as Acting CFO and Vice President and Controller of YRCW since January 2017, and immediately before that as Vice President and Controller of YRCW since May 2012. She joined the company in 2004 and has more than 15 years of experience in accounting, financial analysis and corporate compliance. As Controller, Fisher oversaw a wide array of financial reporting functions and played a lead role in YRCW’s operational forecasting, external audit processes, investor relations, compensation and benefits.
Prior to serving as Controller, Fisher served YRCW in a variety of roles of increasing importance, including serving as Director of Financial Reporting. She began her career at the accounting firm Ernst & Young in the assurance and advisory practice, where she served clients in the retail and consumer products industries.
Fisher earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration and a master of accountancy degree from Kansas State University.
About YRC Worldwide
YRC Worldwide Inc., headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., is the holding company for a portfolio of less-than-truckload (LTL) companies including YRC Freight, YRC Reimer, Holland, Reddaway, and New Penn. Collectively, YRC Worldwide companies have one of the largest, most comprehensive LTL networks in North America with local, regional, national and international capabilities. Through their teams of experienced service professionals, YRC Worldwide companies offer industry-leading expertise in flexible supply chain solutions, ensuring customers can ship industrial, commercial and retail goods with confidence.
Please visit our website at www.yrcw.com for more information.
SOURCE: YRC Worldwide
Media Contact: Mike Kelley 916-696-6121 [email protected]
