Robert H West

Mr. West retired in July 1999 as Chairman of Butler Manufacturing Company, Kansas City, Missouri (manufacturer of pre-engineered building systems and specialty components). Previously, he served as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Butler Manufacturing Company from May 1986 to January 1999 and as Chairman from January 1999 until his retirement. He is also a Director of Commerce Bancshares, Inc. and Great Plains Energy, Inc.

Relationships Interlocks Giving Data

Board Memberships

Great Plains Energy

• Director ('80→?)

Burlington Northern Santa Fe, LLC Railroad holding company

• Director ('80→?)

Federal Election Campaign Contributions

Kit Bond Former US Senator from Missouri (1987-2011); former Gov. of Missouri

• 2 contributions · 2,000 USD ('95→'97)

Karen McCarthy US Representative from Missouri

• 2 contributions · 1,250 USD ('95→'97)

Burlington Northern Santa FE Corporation Railpac (Bnsf Railpac)

• 1 contribution · 500 USD ('96)

Pat Roberts Former US Senator from Kansas (1997-2021); former US Representative (1981-1997)

• 1 contribution · 250 USD ('96)

Commerce Bancs PAC

• 1 contribution · 200 USD ('02)