Hutchins Brings 20 Years of Transportation and Technology Expertise to FECI's Highly-Anticipated Passenger Rail Line

Coral Gables, FL (March 20, 2014) – Florida East Coast Industries (“FECI”), one of Florida's oldest and largest full-service commercial real estate, transportation, and infrastructure companies, today announced the addition of Ted Hutchins as Chief Information Officer (CIO) of All Aboard Florida.

As CIO, Hutchins will be responsible for the strategic and operational planning of IT-related endeavors on behalf of All Aboard Florida and its various business goals. This includes all functions as it relates to the development and deployment of a seamless integrated technology system on behalf of the highly anticipated passenger rail line. Hutchins will be part of the finance team led by Chief Financial Officer Jason Bewley. 

“Ted's vast understanding and expertise managing and overseeing the information management and operational functions of major airlines such as U.S. Airways and AirTran Airways, make him ideally suited to drive and cultivate the necessary technological systems needed for this project,” said All Aboard Florida President and Chief Development Officer, Mike Reininger. “His extensive background provides the knowledge and leadership skills needed to drive the technological systems that are critical for the success of All Aboard Florida.”

“As we continue to round out our senior leadership team, the addition of technology and transportation veteran Ted Hutchins as Chief Information Officer underscores our vision to deliver a high-tech, hospitality-driven experience that is truly unmatched,” said All Aboard Florida President and Chief Operating Officer, Don Robinson. “Ted will no doubt play a vital role and his insights will prove invaluable as we work towards our launch of service.”

Most recently, Hutchins was Vice President of Technology at Porter Airlines, where he successfully implemented the transformation of the company's ticketing system, launched a car rental program, upgraded technology systems and managed partner relationships.

Prior to his position at Porter Airlines, Hutchins served as Senior Director and Chief Technologist of AirTran Airways for 11 years. During his tenure, Hutchins was responsible for overseeing and streamlining various aspects of the airline's operations, including managing the IT team, creating and implementing new technological advancements and IT disaster recovery plans, developing and sustaining partnerships, as well as managing an operating budget of $32 million.

Hutchins holds a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) from Purdue University, and graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science from Alma College. 

About All Aboard Florida

All Aboard Florida is an intercity passenger rail project being developed by Florida East Coast Industries, LLC (FECI) – owner of Florida's premier passenger rail corridor – that will connect Miami to Orlando with intermediate stations in Fort Lauderdale and West Palm Beach . This rail service will provide Floridians and visitors a viable transportation alternative to congested highways and airport terminals. All Aboard Florida will provide a high quality experience for passengers and will be the first privately owned, operated and maintained passenger rail system in the United States. For more information, visit www.AllAboardFlorida.com.

About Florida East Coast Industries

Florida East Coast Industries, LLC (FECI) is one of Florida's oldest and largest full-service commercial real estate, transportation, and infrastructure companies. Headquartered in Coral Gables, Fla., FECI has a rich history dating back over a century. Mr. Henry Flagler first established a predecessor company in 1892, which became a pioneer in the development of Florida's eastern coast. Today, FECI continues to transform Florida as the parent company to four distinct business lines including Flagler, a full-service commercial real estate company; All Aboard Florida, the United States' first privately owned and operated intercity passenger rail system; Flagler Global Logistics, an integrated logistics company that offers a wide range of logistics services and real estate solutions; and Parallel Infrastructure, a leader in third-party Right of Way (ROW) investments and management services. FECI is owned by private equity funds managed by affiliates of Fortress Investment Group, LLC. For more information, visit www.feci.com