They are: Frederick W. Smith (Chairman, President and CEO), Alan B. Graf Jr. (Executive Vice President and CFO), Christine P. Richards (Executive Vice President President, General Counsel and Secretary), Robert B. Carter (Executive Vice President, FedEx Information Services and CIO), and T. Michael Glenn (Executive Vice President, Market Development and Corporate Communications. Each brings unique experience and leadership skills to FedEx, helping to shaping and leading FedEx. Smith, as CEO of a multibillion-dollar corporation, provides strategic direction for all FedEx subsidiaries. For example, since the company's inception, Smith has been active in lobbying for free trade and reform of regulators fought for an “open skies agreement” around the world By engaging in such activities, Smith is driving and shaping FedEx's long-term goals. Additionally, Smith has experience with several transportation services through his service on the board of directors of several aviation associations. This knowledge gives FedEx first-hand knowledge of how to operate in just one segment of its business. Christine Richards also guides the company's corporate strategy. He earned his Juris Doctorate from Duke University. Therefore, as General Counsel and General Secretary, his educational background is critical to guiding FedEx to achieve the company's goals and objectives. Must ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations