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FirstGroup America announced the appointment of Brad Thomas as president of First Transit and First Services.
Thomas joined FirstGroup America in 2003 when First Transit acquired Coach USA Transit Services, where he served as president. Previously, Thomas served as a senior vice president for First Transit. He plans to strengthen the value propositions of both divisions by delivering safe, reliable and sustainable transportation services.
“In these current economic times and with people focused on more environmentally friendly transportation, we have great opportunities in the transportation services we offer,” said Thomas. “We provide a diverse range of transportation services and I am excited about leading this business.”
Thomas and his family will relocate to Cincinnati.
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