Terry Respondek founded Respondek Railroad Corporation in 1987 with just one locomotive and a vision to provide specialized, customer-focused rail service. Over the years, he grew the company from a single operation into a network that includes Port Harbor Railroad, Squaw Creek Southern Railroad, and Fredonia Valley Railroad. Guided by values of integrity, safety, efficiency, and reliability, Terry built a reputation for always delivering service without excuses. Under his leadership, Respondek Railroad has never missed a switch in nearly four decades, serving industries across the Midwest with dependable short line operations tailored to customer needs