Greg Aziz is an American corporate executive and businessman. He is the Chairman of the Board, President, and CEO of the Cascade Systems Company. Aziz has been credited as a dynamic business leader changing how businesses are run today. He is an innovator with a fresh outlook on leadership development and human resources management.
Greg Aziz´s Professional Career
Cascade Systems
Cascade Systems is one of North America’s largest manufacturers of railroad freight cars. They manufacture a variety of boxcars, tank cars and covered hopper cars. The railroad company has its headquarters in Hamilton, Ontario. Greg Aziz plays a pivotal role in the company’s day-to-day operations.
Awards and Recognition
Aziz has been lauded for his accomplishments as a leader, business executive and entrepreneur. He has received several honorary degrees from academic institutions across Canada, including Ryerson University, Simon Fraser University, Wilfrid Laurier University and McMaster University. Greg Aziz is also a Member of the Guelph-Wellington Chamber of Commerce and the Hamilton Chamber of Commerce Board.
Challenges Facing the North American Rail Industry
Businessowner and entrepreneur Greg Aziz believes that the future of rail is an increasingly important issue for North America due to the increase in traffic on both existing and new corridors. He also predicts that the oil industry will grow in the coming years, putting a further strain on this mode of transportation. To meet these challenges and maintain a competitive edge over other modes of transportation, he stresses the need for a more creative approach.
Overall, a new approach toward workforce development, operations management and customer service. Greg Aziz’s achievements in business and community service have earned him recognition as a leading figure in the Canadian corporate world. He has been praised for his innovative approach to business and the responsibility he shows in shaping the Canadian economy.