Sutherland New VP Law for Norfolk Southern

A Class I eastern railroad has reached into the public sector for its newest executive addition.

Norfolk Southern Corp. announced that Vanessa L. Allen Sutherland has been named vice president law. She will be headquartered in Norfolk and report to John M. Scheib, executive vice president law and administration.

Prior to joining Norfolk Southern, Allen Sutherland served as chief executive officer and chairperson of the U.S. Chemical Safety and Hazard Investigation Board in Washington. Previously, she served as chief counsel with the U.S. Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration; counsel and senior counsel with Philip Morris USA, and corporate counsel, senior corporate counsel, and vice president, deputy general counsel with Digex Inc.

“Sutherland’s experience in the transportation, technology, and manufacturing sectors, along with her extensive experience in regulated and regulatory roles, will bring valuable knowledge and fresh insights to the Norfolk Southern team,” said Scheib.

Sutherland holds an undergraduate degree from Drew University and a Juris Doctor and MBA from American University.