RRVW names Zink VP economic development

Written by Mischa Wanek-Libman, editor
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The Red River Valley & Western Railroad (RRVW) has appointed Daniel Zink to the newly-created post of vice president - economic development and community affairs of the 577-mile shortline railroad.

Zink joined RRVW in 1992, serving as director of administration with responsibility for finance and accounting, business development, legislative affairs and capital investment analysis.

Based at Wahpeton, N.D., and reporting to RRVW President Nate Asplund, Zink’s expanded role includes responsibility for executing the railroad’s strategy to locate new industries on the RRVW network.

Zink will also lead RRVW’s engagement with public sector leaders at the state, county and local level. In addition, he will oversee the railroad’s property and contract management activities. Reporting to him is Jill Kvidera, who will coordinate the administration of land purchases, easements and leases of RRVW property and track.

Zink has degrees in agricultural economics from North Dakota State University. He is a director of the American Short Line & Regional Railroad Association, as well as community development boards in Wahpeton. He also serves on the Advisory Council of the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute.

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