Brie Carere named Chief Customer Officer of FedEx

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FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) has promoted Brie Carere to the newly created position of Chief Customer Officer and co-President/co-CEO of FedEx Services. This change aims to enhance the customer experience by aligning strategy, sales, and marketing under one leadership. Carere, who has extensive experience in marketing since joining FedEx in 2001, will focus on innovative, end-to-end customer solutions. FedEx, with an annual revenue of $92 billion, emphasizes a customer-centric approach and aims for carbon-neutral operations by 2040.

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• Brie Carere's promotion reflects a strategic focus on enhancing customer experience.
• The consolidation of marketing and customer functions under Carere is expected to improve operational synergy.
• FedEx's commitment to carbon neutrality by 2040 shows a strong sustainability focus.

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New role reflects enhanced focus on the complete customer experience; Carere also named co-President and co-CEO of FedEx Services

MEMPHIS, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) has promoted Brie Carere, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, to be the company’s first Chief Customer Officer. She also was named co-President and co-CEO of FedEx Services, a role she will share with Rob Carter, Executive Vice President and Chief Information Officer.

Brie Carere Named FedEx Chief Customer Officer. (Photo: Business Wire)

As Chief Customer Officer, Carere will bring the strategy, sales, product development, digital experience, marketing, communications, customer experience, revenue management, and FedEx Office retail teams under one function. This new alignment will support a strategy that focuses on a complete end-to-end customer experience with an emphasis on digital innovation.

“FedEx is a customer-centric brand, and the strategic alignment of these functions will help us deliver even better experiences,” said Raj Subramaniam, President and CEO of FedEx. “For the past four years, Brie has been responsible for the commercial strategy and revenue growth for the company, delivering exceptional results. Her drive, creativity, and passion for the customer make her a perfect fit for this new role.”

“Customers are at the heart of everything we do at FedEx,” Carere said. “Now we will have an even stronger focus on innovating and changing what’s possible on their behalf. I am fortunate to lead a world class team, and together we will create an industry leading end-to-end customer experience.”

As co-President and co-CEO of FedEx Services, Carere will work with Carter in leading the division that provides strategic and technological support to the FedEx operating companies.

Since joining FedEx in 2001, Carere has gained broad experience across every aspect of marketing, with a consistent focus on improving the customer experience globally. Most recently, Carere served as Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, leading an organization of more than 10,000 team members across multiple FedEx operating companies and overseeing the company’s global marketing strategy, including communications, advertising, brand and reputation, product and business development, innovation, e-commerce, retail marketing, digital access, customer experience, and global pricing. Read more about Carere here.

About FedEx Corp.

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce, and business services. With annual revenue of $92 billion, the company offers integrated business solutions through operating companies competing collectively, operating collaboratively, and innovating digitally under the respected FedEx brand. Consistently ranked among the world's most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its nearly 550,000 employees to remain focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards, and the needs of their customers and communities. FedEx is committed to connecting people and possibilities around the world responsibly and resourcefully, with a goal to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040. To learn more, please visit about.fedex.com.

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Michele Ehrhart

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(901) 434-8100

Source: FedEx Corp.

FAQ

What is Brie Carere's new role at FedEx?

Brie Carere has been promoted to Chief Customer Officer and co-President/co-CEO of FedEx Services.

What are the responsibilities of the Chief Customer Officer at FedEx?

The Chief Customer Officer will oversee strategy, sales, product development, digital experience, and customer experience.

What is the revenue of FedEx?

FedEx has an annual revenue of $92 billion.

What is FedEx's goal for carbon neutrality?

FedEx aims to achieve carbon-neutral operations by 2040.

Who is sharing the co-CEO role with Brie Carere?

Rob Carter will share the co-CEO role with Brie Carere.