FedEx CEOs — Full List & Tenure Timeline

FedEx Corporation is an American multinational conglomerate holding company focused on transportation, e-commerce, and business services. Founded on Jun 18, 1971 in Memphis, Tennessee.

Current Leadership:Fred SmithFormer (Retired)•In office since Jun 18, 1971 (50 years 11 months)

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Fred Smith

Former (Retired)

Founder & CEO · Jun 18, 1971 – Jun 1, 2022

Founder and former CEO of FedEx Corporation, who led the global air express logistics pioneer for over 50 years.

Reason for departure: retired

50 years 11 months

18,611 days

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