Gary Smithson

Rail Director, Morson

Gary Smithson has been in the transport, logistics and rail talent industry for over 20 years, spearheading the growth and profitability of the Morson rail division since 2004.

As an agent for change, Gary has consistently championed diversity within these sectors, supporting and establishing internal and wider-market, inclusion initiatives. By promoting a highly diverse team of experts, Gary has created a model for success which acts as a blueprint for other logistical and rail industry leaders. In addition, he has supported a series of initiatives to ensure female contractors are encouraged to consider industries like rail and transport as future careers. Working directly with Morson clients, Gary has enabled some of the country’s biggest rail companies to re-frame their value propositions, to engage, not only women in these industries but those of varying ethnicities and abilities.