Sam Dixon

Sam Dixon is a seasoned professional in the rail industry with extensive experience in operations and management. Currently serving as the National Control & Performance Manager at Direct Rail Services since January 2016, Sam leads a diverse team to ensure effective operational train planning. Previous roles include Senior Operations Planning Manager and Senior Contract & Planning Manager at the same organization, focusing on contract management in high-profile sectors. Prior to this, Sam spent 13 years at Virgin Trains, culminating in the role of Customer Experience Manager for the Manchester-London route, and included a notable secondment as Head of Stations during the London 2012 Olympics. Early career experience includes serving as Station Manager at Brighton for Southern Railway Limited. Sam holds a BSc in Transport Business from the University of Plymouth.