CEO
Dan Marks is a leader in the locomotive railroad supply sector, known for his sales, strategy, and operational skillset in the space. As the Chief Executive Officer of Bohr Electronics, a global provider of locomotive and transit electro-mechanical components solutions, Marks has steered the company to substantial growth and success during his short tenure.
With over two decades of experience in the transit and freight rail supply space, Marks possesses a deep understanding of market dynamics, technological trends, and customer needs. He began his career working in his father’s Traction Motor repair shop, then as an independent representative in the transit industry, followed by increasingly senior roles with leading companies supplying to the rail industry, mining, and oil and gas sectors.
Under Marks's leadership, Bohr Electronics has solidified its position as a leading supplier of electro-mechanical components, delivering solutions that power the world's locomotives and transit fleets. His strategic vision has propelled the company to expand its market reach, forge strategic partnerships, and diversify its product portfolio to meet the evolving demands of the industry.
Marks is known for fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration within Bohr Electronics, empowering employees to push the boundaries of what is possible and drive continuous improvement.
As CEO of Bohr Electronics, he remains dedicated to leading the company toward new heights of success through organic and acquisition growth.
Marks holds a Bachelor’s degree from Mercyhurst University and continues to stay abreast of the latest developments in the freight and mass transit space, through ongoing education and professional development.
Marks currently splits his time between Bohr Facilities in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and Searcy, Arkansas, and his home in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he resides with his wife and two high school-aged children. Marks enjoys sailing on the Chesapeake Bay, golfing with his son, family ski trips, and the occasional pickle ball or paddle match with his wife.
Dan Marks isn't your typical executive. His journey from a humble repair shop to the CEO of a leading locomotive company is as inspiring as it is unconventional. In this episode of Get Unstuck & On Target, host Mike O'Neill …