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Founded in 1997, the League of Railway Women (LRW) is committed to improving the railroad industry by connecting and cultivating women in rail.

Our mission is to advance the representation, recognition and opportunities for women, thereby promoting diversity and improving the business results of the railroad industry.

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  • Monterrey Experience

    • Date: 6/2/2025

    Empowering Journeys: League of Railway Women (LRW) – Monterrey Experience

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  • Lisa Tackach appointed LRW President; 2025 Board Announced

    • Date: 1/15/2025

    January 2025 – The League of Railway Women (LRW) is pleased to welcome its 2025 Board of Directors, including two new executive committee members and three new directors-at-large.   Lisa Tackach was appointed LRW president, and Crystal Gitchell and Shundrekia Stewart moved from directors-at-large to executive officers. New directors-at-large include Christy Terry, Vice President of Real Estate at Alaska Railroad; Mariah Morales, Director of Government Affairs at Amtrak; and Kayden Howard, Senior Vice President of Health, Safety, and Environmental Programs at OmniTrax.   See the complete 2025 Board of Directors below.

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