From 1985 to 2018, he had an impactful career at CSX Corporation, where he served as a corporate officer, retiring as vice president, treasurer, and chief investor relations officer.
UNIONDALE, NY, November 07, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- David Baggs has been selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Mr. Baggs is a distinguished finance expert with a career spanning nearly four decades. He is a board member at Union Presbyterian Seminary, where he has been involved for the past two years. In this role, he helps oversee the seminary's strategic direction, its governance and the investment performance of its endowment fund. He is a member of the audit, investment, business and finance committees, and participates in the alignment task force for the seminary's physical assets. His extensive experience in finance has made him an invaluable asset to the institution.
Before his current position, Mr. Baggs was a board member at the Raymond A. Mason School of Business at William & Mary from 2018 to 2024. He contributed significantly to the school's strategic direction and governance during his tenure. From 1985 to 2018, he had an impactful career at CSX Corporation, where he served as a corporate officer, retiring as vice president, treasurer, and chief investor relations officer. At CSX, his career also included senior leadership positions in mergers and acquisitions, financial analysis, business planning, and corporate strategy.
Mr. Baggs' career also includes serving as a board member for American Commercial Barge Line from 1998 to 2002. Throughout his professional journey, he has been recognized for his exceptional contributions to the field of finance. Under his leadership and direction, CSX Corporation's investor relations program was ranked among the best in the transportation sector between 2011 and 2018 by Institutional Investor Magazine, including being ranked first in the sector and a Most Honored Company from 2014 to 2018. The University of Arizona also honored him with its Professional Achievement Award in 2017.
Mr. Baggs' academic background laid a strong foundation for his successful career. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration in corporate finance and general business from the University of Arizona in 1981 and a Master of Business Administration in corporate finance from William & Mary in 1985. His educational achievements have been instrumental in shaping his expertise and accomplishments in finance.
Mr. Baggs attributes his success to the influence of specific individuals and his upbringing in a family dedicated to service. His mother served as a minister, and his father was a surgeon in the military, instilling in him a profound commitment to making a difference. Throughout his career at CSX, he benefited from numerous mentors and colleagues who significantly contributed to his personal and professional development.
In addition to his professional achievements, Mr. Baggs has been actively involved in various philanthropic and industry-related organizations. He is a member of the Aspire Society, the Cor Vitae Society, the Laureate Society, the William & Mary Alumni Association, and the University of Arizona Alumni Association, and he was also a member of the Association for Financial Professionals, the National Investor Relations Institute and Association for Corporate Growth.
Moreover, Mr. Baggs has dedicated time to civic-minded organizations. He served as a board member for the Richmond Metropolitan Habitat for Humanity from 2018 to 2020 and the American National Red Cross North Florida Region from 2012 to 2015. Additionally, he was a member of the finance advisory board for the Eller College of Management at the University of Arizona from 2012 to 2023.
Outside of his professional life, Mr. Baggs enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing various racquet sports, and traveling throughout the country and abroad. He is committed to ensuring the sustainable success of Union Presbyterian Seminary, which will secure its long-term survival. Recognizing the importance of endowment funds for private institutions, he focuses on careful management to ensure financial stability and long-term viability.
Mr. Baggs and his wife, Leigh Anne, are dedicated to giving back to their community. They support various causes, including establishing scholarships, supporting medical research grants for Alzheimer's, cancer, heart and infectious diseases, and funding initiatives aimed at improving the lives of the underprivileged. Their commitment to philanthropy reflects their gratitude for the support they received throughout their careers and their desire to make a meaningful impact on future generations.
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