Crowley, Jacksonville, Fla., announced on Wednesday that Chief Operating Officer Ray Fitzgerald will be succeeded by Megan Davidson effective Jan. 1, 2026, in a planned transition.
Fitzgerald has served as COO for more than five years, overseeing changes to the company’s operational structure and advancing innovation and customer-focused solutions in the energy, maritime, and inland transportation sectors. He will remain an advisor to the company as he transitions toward an expected retirement in 2026.
"Ray has been instrumental in shaping Crowley's success during a dynamic period of growth and evolution," Chairman and CEO Tom Crowley said. "With decades of experience in our industry, Ray’s steadfast commitment to operational excellence and our people has set a strong foundation for our future as solutions provider in not just maritime, but in land and energy transportation sectors. We are grateful for his leadership and vision, and pleased that he will continue to serve as an advisor to the company."
Davidson, who became Crowley’s chief people officer in 2021, has led efforts to strengthen the company’s culture, governance, and performance management systems. She has also overseen legal, risk, safety, and environmental assurance functions since 2024 as chief people and regulatory officer.
"I am honored to lead the next steps at Crowley from the foundation Ray has created," Davidson said. "My focus has always been our people and empowering them to do their best work. Together, we drive our collective success. I believe Crowley's greatest asset is our team, and I'm committed to enhancing our culture of excellence where every person sees the value of their contribution, and we lift each other up. Together, we'll continue advancing what's possible for our customers, communitie,s and each other."
"It's been an honor to lead operations at Crowley and to work alongside such talented, dedicated people," Fitzgerald said. "I'm confident in Megan's leadership and excited about the next chapter for the company in its evolution as an innovative, U.S.-based
