Patrick Sutton

ACBL named Patrick Sutton as its Chief Operating Officer in October 2020.

Sutton has been an ACBL teammate since 2005, most recently as Vice President, Liquid Sales. Prior to his role in Liquid Sales, he was the President of Jeffboat, LLC, where he led the organization in developing unparalleled success with its commercial sales strategy while simultaneously improving barge quality, production, and safety results. Sutton has held several positions in his 15 years with ACBL, including Industrial Engineer, Director of Fleet and Terminal Operations, Director of Strategic Planning, and Plant Manager. His responsibilities as COO include boat operations, vessel reliability, fleets and terminal operations, supply chain, and safety and compliance operations.

Sutton holds a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology from Purdue University and his MBA in Business Administration from Indiana Wesleyan University.