IMX Speaker – Jonathan Dunn

Jonathan leads corporate communications and public affairs for American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL), one of the nation’s most historic inland marine transportation companies. He joined ACBL in 2022 with a clear mission: to help reinvent and reposition one of the industry’s most legacied brands for the future.

Growing up boating on the river with his grandfather, Jonathan was captivated by the towboats and barges that powered commerce along America’s waterways. He once dreamed of becoming a towboat captain, but his career ultimately took a different turn. Instead of the wheelhouse, he found himself in the newsroom, building a career as a TV sportscaster and journalist.

His background in journalism – centered on human interest storytelling – combined with his lifelong passion for the river, ultimately led him to ACBL. Today, Jonathan leverages his media expertise and love for the maritime industry to elevate the stories of the men and women who move America on the river. He is driven by a commitment to raising awareness and shaping public understanding of an industry that serves as the backbone of the nation’s supply chain.