CINCINNATI — FirstGroup America, the largest public transportation company in North America, today announced the appointment of Linda Bell as President of First Student. First Student is the largest school bus transportation company in North America, carrying more than 4 million students safely on 60,000 yellow school buses to and from school each day.
Bell joined FirstGroup America in January 2008, bringing 12 years experience in the transportation industry, most notably as Chief Financial Officer for Coach USA in Houston, Texas.Serving most recently as President of First Transit and First Services, leading service providers in public transit and large fleet maintenance, Bell takes a wealth of experience to First Student.
“Linda will be a tremendous asset to First Student,” said Mike Murray CEO of FirstGroup America. “Her knowledge of the transportation industry and her focus on safety and customer service will further strengthen our team.”
Bell resides in Cincinnati, Ohio.
