Paul A. Tobin
SVP and Chief Operating Officer

An industry veteran, Tobin most recently held the role of Senior Vice President Administration for AEP River Operations. He joined AEP in 2001 with the company's purchase of Memco Barge Line, where he served as Vice President Administration and Director Insurance during his four-year tenure. From 1993 to 1997, he served as Executive Vice President of M.G. Bush & Associates, an independent adjusting company, prior to which he spent a year at Sequa Corporation as Manager Marine Insurance. His career in the barge transportation industry began in 1978 at The Valley Line Company, where he held management roles in insurance, safety, and claims.

He has a Bachelor of Science degree in business from Southwest Missouri State University.