David Abney - United Parcel Insider

Mr. David P. Abney is Chairman of the Board, Chief Executive Officer and Director of the Company. He became UPSs Chief Executive Officer in September 2014, and assumed the role of Chairman of the Board of Directors in February 2016. David previously served as Chief Operating Officer since 2007, overseeing logistics, sustainability, engineering and all facets of the UPS transportation network. Before serving as COO, David was President of UPS International, leading the Companys strategic initiative to increase its global logistics capabilities. During his career, he was also involved in a number of global acquisitions that included the Fritz Companies, Stolica, Lynx Express, and SinoTrans in China. Earlier in his career, he served as President of SonicAir, a sameday delivery service that signaled UPSs move into the service parts logistics sector. David began his UPS career in 1974 in Greenwood, Mississippi. In addition to his corporate responsibilities, David serves as a Trustee of The UPS Foundation, a Trustee of the Annie E. Casey Foundation and Chairman of the World Affairs Council of Atlanta. He is also a member of the Board of Directors of Johnson Controls, and the Business Roundtable.