Greg Aziz is a prominent businessman and entrepreneur who is currently the CEO and Chairman of Azimuth Group. This is a leading manufacturer of railroad freight cars based in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Aziz was born in London, Ontario, Canada, in 1949.
He obtained his education at Ridley College and later attended the University of Western Ontario, where he studied economics. After completing his education, he joined his family’s wholesale food business, Affiliated Foods, where he worked for several years. In the early 1990s, serial entrepreneur Greg Aziz became interested in the railroad industry and acquired Azimuth Group, which was then a struggling company.
Under Aziz’s leadership, Azimuth Group was transformed into a highly successful and profitable company. The firm is now one of the largest manufacturers within the railroad industry of railroad freight cars in North America. Greg Aziz is highly respected in the business community for his leadership and his commitment to his employees and customers.
He has been recognized for his philanthropic efforts, including his support for the Hamilton community and various charitable organizations. Greg Aziz has also been recognized for his environmental stewardship, including his efforts to reduce the company’s carbon footprint and improve its sustainability practices.
Under businessman Greg Aziz’s leadership, Azimuth Group has received numerous awards and accolades. These, including the prestigious TTX SECO award for supplier excellence for ten consecutive years. The company is also committed to giving back to the community and supports a variety of charitable organizations, including the Hamilton Food Share, the Salvation Army, and the United Way.