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| Apr 10, 2025 | Martha Payne Honored with 2025 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award | 2025 Distinguished Woman in Logistics
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT), Truckstop and Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA) announced today Martha Payne, transportation attorney at Benesch, has been named the winner of the ... |
| Mar 31, 2025 | Blaies Named Women In Trucking Association's 2025 Driver of the Year | Fritz Keel, Walmart (sponsor); Gina Jones, Werner (finalist); Kathy Blaies, United Road (winner); Sandy Winters, Leonard's Express (finalist)
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) is proud to announce Kathy Blaies, a professional carhaule... |
| Jun 24, 2024 | Suburban Propane Nominated in the '2024 Top Companies for Women to Work in Transportation' by the Women in Trucking Association | WHIPPANY, N.J., June 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Suburban Propane Partners, L.P. (NYSE: SPH), a nationwide distributor of propane, renewable propane, renewable natural gas, fuel oil and related products and services, as well as a marketer of n... |
| Mar 25, 2024 | Women In Trucking Association Announces 2024 Drivers of the Year | 2024 DOY Winners
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced on Friday three drivers as the winners of the fifth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.
LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In ... |
| Mar 11, 2024 | Women In Trucking Association Names 2024 Top Women to Watch in Transportation | 2024 Top Women to Watch in Transportation
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today its 2024 Top Women to Watch in Transportation.
ARLINGTON, Va., March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) an... |
| Mar 11, 2024 | Women In Trucking Association Names Booster’s Lauren Gassmann a 2024 Top Women to Watch in Transportation | USA, March 11, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Booster, a leader in mobile energy delivery, is pleased to announce that Lauren Gassmann, Operations Manager, has been named a 2024 Top Woman to Watch in Transportation by Redefining the Road, the o... |
| Aug 1, 2023 | Women In Trucking Association Names 2023 Top Woman-Owned Businesses in Transportation | 2023 Top Woman-Owned Businesses in Transportation
ARLINGTON, Va. (PRWEB) August 01, 2023
There are many reasons to recognize female entrepreneurs, which is the reason Redefining the Road magazine launched the “Top Woman-Owned Businesses in ... |
| Jul 10, 2023 | Women Comprise 12.1 Percent of Commercial Driver Workforce | Percentage of Female Professional Drivers Holding CDLs “As with most anything in business, if you don’t measure it you cannot improve it,” said Jennifer Hedrick, president and CEO of WIT when reflecting on number of female professional driv... |
| Jun 26, 2023 | Women In Trucking Association Releases 2023 WIT Index Data | From January through April 2023, WIT conducted a survey of organizations of all sizes in transportation to gather percentages of women in their workforce.
ARLINGTON, Va. (PRWEB) June 26, 2023
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) is annou... |
| Apr 20, 2023 | Women In Trucking Association Announces Winner of 2023 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award | “We’re pleased to recognize Erin with the honor of Distinguished Woman in Logistics,” said Jennifer Hedrick, president and CEO of WIT.
ORLANDO, Fla. (PRWEB) April 20, 2023
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT), Truckstop, and Transportati... |
| Apr 1, 2023 | Bass Named Women In Trucking Association's 2023 Driver of the Year | The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today Mary "Candy" Bass, professional driver at Transport Designs, Inc., as the winner of the fourth annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (PRWEB) M... |
| Mar 31, 2023 | Bass Named Women In Trucking Association’s 2023 Driver of the Year | Candy Bass has given extensively to the trucking profession, not only during her time on the road and commitment to safe driving, but through mentorship and her desire to be a guiding star for women at all stages of their careers.
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| Mar 13, 2023 | Women In Trucking Association Announces 2023 Top Women to Watch in Transportation | “Countless women in transportation are making significant strides in their careers while having a positive impact on their company’s success,” said Jennifer Hedrick, WIT president and CEO.
ARLINGTON, Va. (PRWEB) March 13, 2023
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| Jan 19, 2023 | Women In Trucking’s Ellen Voie Earns LTL Certification Distinction | “The LTL mode of transportation is incredibly complex and growth in recent years has created thousands of new opportunities within the industry. Our LTL online education program is helping to train the next generation of LTL leaders.” - Bri... |
| Jan 18, 2023 | Jennifer Hedrick Named Incoming Women In Trucking Association CEO | “I’m thrilled to have an association executive like Jennifer Hedrick who will continue to advance the critical mission of the association I started 16 years ago."
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) January 18, 2023
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| Nov 15, 2022 | Women In Trucking Association Names Trina Norman of UPS as 2022 Influential Woman in Trucking | “While all four finalists were exceptional, Trina Norman stood out due to her passion in giving back to her community while supporting her team and her company as she leads them toward success,” said Ellen Voie, WIT president and CEO.
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| Nov 15, 2022 | Walmart Awarded Inaugural Women In Trucking Technology Innovation Award | “We’ve seen firsthand how well Walmart’s fleet operates. That’s, in large part, due to their applications and automation. Calling Walmart a ‘world-class organization’ in this regard seems almost an understatement."
DALLAS (PRWEB) Novem... |
| Nov 15, 2022 | Expediter Services Celebrates Milestone & Announces Expansion of Women-Owned Business Initiative | The 150 Business Challenge has assisted in the creation and growth of 150 women-owned businesses in trucking over the past five years. From the time that we launched Expediter Services in 2006, part of our mission has always been to work wi... |
| Nov 14, 2022 | Zonar Named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation | The recognition exemplifies Zonar’s commitment to a corporate culture that fosters gender diversity, provides competitive compensation and benefits, and champions professional development opportunities and career advancement for women in th... |
| Nov 9, 2022 | Relay Payments named a finalist for Women in Trucking’s Technology Innovation Award | “We’re proud to be a member of Women in Trucking — we share in the organization’s vision of empowering women in the industry.” - Spencer Barkoff, co-founder of Relay Payments
ATLANTA (PRWEB) November 09, 2022
Relay Payments, the fintech com... |
| Nov 7, 2022 | Crowley Recognized as Top Company for Women in Transportation | Pictured (left to right): Crowley employees Karina Jorge, Supervisor, Crowley Logistics, and Patricia Cátala, Manager, Crowley Logistics As a company committed to the well-being of our employees, being honored with this distinction encourag... |
| Nov 4, 2022 | Triumph Business Capital Named a 2022 Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation | DALLAS (PRWEB) November 04, 2022
Triumph Business Capital, member of the Triumph Bancorp, Inc. group and provider of working capital financing solutions to the transportation industry, announced today its selection as a 2022 “Top Company fo... |
| Oct 31, 2022 | Women In Trucking Association Names 2022 Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation | "This is the fifth year of this prestigious recognition program and it garnered a record number of more than 22,000 votes to identify and validate the final companies named to the list," said Brian Everett, publisher of Redefining... |
| Sep 27, 2022 | FMCSA Administrator Hutcheson to Keynote Women In Trucking Accelerate! Conference | “We are thrilled to have Administrator Hutcheson share her perspectives on safety in the trucking industry, supply chain challenges, and the truck driver shortage,” said Ellen Voie, WIT president and CEO.
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) September 27, ... |
| Aug 16, 2022 | Schneider’s KayLeigh McCall selected as Women In Trucking’s Driver Ambassador | Schneider’s KayLeigh McCall has been selected as the Women in Trucking Association’s (WIT) newest Driver Ambassador. “We are thrilled to have KayLeigh McCall as our new Driver Ambassador,” said WIT’s President and Chief Executive Officer El... |
| Aug 2, 2022 | 2022 WIT Index: Female Drivers Comprise 13 Percent of Professional Driver Workforce | "We believe that you can’t change what you can’t measure, so we have initiated the WIT Index to monitor the growth of women’s involvement in transportation careers over the years,” said Ellen Voie, president and CEO of WIT
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| Apr 7, 2022 | Women In Trucking Association Names Nicole Glenn as the 2022 Distinguished Woman in Logistics | “Nicole is truly a distinguished woman in logistics, and we are proud to recognize her for this honor."
SAN DIEGO (PRWEB) April 07, 2022
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT), Truckstop.com and Transportation Intermediaries Associati... |
| Mar 31, 2022 | Women In Trucking Association Hosts “Touch a Truck” Tour for FMCSA’s Deputy Administrator | “Many of these obstacles are directly related to safety of profesional drivers on the road, including driver fatigue, supply chain requirements such as tight delivery windows, safety training, and harassment of female drivers.”
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| Mar 14, 2022 | Women In Trucking Association Announces 2022 Top Women to Watch in Transportation | “This exceptional group of women have persevered through the uncertain times brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, exhibiting the true example of a leader,” said Ellen Voie, WIT president and CEO.
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) March 14, 2022
The Wome... |
| Mar 8, 2022 | Women In Trucking Association Announces 2022 Driver of the Year Finalists | I put safety above everything while I am behind the wheel. I want to be sure that I get home safe to my family each day and that those who share the road with me do also.
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) March 08, 2022
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| Feb 10, 2022 | Women In Trucking Association Launches Index Survey to Collect Gender Diversity Data | By ensuring we have gender diversity in the marketplace, our overall industry benefits from increase creativity and innovation.
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) February 10, 2022
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) is encouraging companies in trans... |
| Feb 7, 2022 | Women In Trucking Association Announces Continued Gold Partnership with Great Dane | “My love and passion for the mission of WIT is shared by our Great Dane family, and is reflected by our core values of leadership and integrity.”
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) February 07, 2022
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today... |
| Dec 20, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Participates in White House Roundtable | “We need to create a safer environment if we want to bring more women into this industry. Our research has shown that women rate their level of safety as a female driver at 4.4 on a scale of ten. Tthis is unacceptable, as we should all feel... |
| Dec 20, 2021 | Zonar Concludes 2021 with Five Prestigious Industry Award Wins | The industry recognitions we have received this year are a clear reflection of the effort, pride and passion that the team at Zonar brings to developing leading solutions and providing our customers with best in class service
SEATTLE (PRWEB... |
| Dec 14, 2021 | Lone Star Transportation, LLC Launches FLEXTIME Driving Program for OTR Drivers | Gary Stephens & granddaughter, Olivia This program is perfect for me. I want to stay active by driving, but not as often as I used to. I can supplement my retirement income and also spend more time with my grandkids. Above all, at this ... |
| Nov 9, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Names Lily Ley as 2021 Influential Woman in Trucking | “This award is WIT’s way of highlighting Lily, Eileen and Amanda for their commitment and service to the industry.”
DALLAS (PRWEB) November 09, 2021
Women In Trucking Association (WIT) and Freightliner Trucks presented the 11th annual Influ... |
| Nov 2, 2021 | Clean Harbors receives second consecutive Women in Trucking award | Clean Harbors was once again named a "Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation" by the Women in Trucking Association - an annual award that recognizes corporate cultures that foster gender diversity, competitive compens... |
| Oct 27, 2021 | Ryder recognized as a 'Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation' in 2021 by Women In Trucking | MIAMI- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation, and fleet management solutions, has been recognized as a 'Top Company for Women to Work For in Transportation' for the third consecutive year.
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| Oct 25, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Names 2021 Top Companies for Women to Work For in Transportation | As women rise through the ranks in the transportation industry, we are excited to feature the companies that make the extra effort to attract and retain a more gender-diverse workforce.
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) October 25, 2021
Redefining the R... |
| Oct 25, 2021 | XPO Logistics Named a Top Company for Women to Work for by Women in Trucking Association | GREENWICH, Conn. , Oct. 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XPO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: XPO), a leading provider of freight transportation services, has been named one of the transportation industry’s top companies for women to work for by the Wome... |
| Aug 18, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Announces Continued Partnership with Michelin North America, Inc. | This mission is more important than ever, and we look forward to continuing to partner with WIT to even further accelerate the significant progress we are making.
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) August 18, 2021
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| Aug 3, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Launches Female Driver Mentoring Program | “Providing a female mentor to be a role model and a support for new female drivers will boost their resilience, confidence, and courage to break into and succeed in a role that hasn’t always been welcoming to women,”
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) Au... |
| Jul 23, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Announces Continued Gold Level Partnership with Expediter Services | “We’re thrilled to continue our valuable partnership with ES. Their commitment to helping women find their path to success in trucking is crucial to advancing our mission.”
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) July 23, 2021
The Women In Trucking Associatio... |
| May 12, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Names Eliacostas the 2021 Distinguished Woman in Logistics | "Always keep pushing. Believe in what you're doing, whether in a male-dominated industry or otherwise. Have faith in yourself and your abilities. Be confident. Then, you will succeed."
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) May 12, 2021
The Women I... |
| Apr 27, 2021 | Weaver Named Women In Trucking’s 2021 Driver of the Year | “We are proud to honor Nikki Weaver with the Driver of the Year award. She demonstrates a positive public image of the trucking industry through her safety standards and community involvement,”
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) April 27, 2021
The Women ... |
| Apr 14, 2021 | Women In Trucking Assocation Announces 2021 Driver of the Year Finalists | "Given the difficulties of this past year, it is especially important to recognize these outstanding and essential professionals who keep our country moving."
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) April 14, 2021
The Women In Trucking Association (... |
| Mar 29, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Announces Continued Gold Partnership with Great Dane | "We are grateful for the continued support from an influential industry leader like Great Dane and the invaluable expertise and leadership Hays brings to our board of directors,”
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) March 29, 2021
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| Mar 23, 2021 | Ryder System : Leaders Recognized as 'Top Women to Watch in Transportation' in 2021; Women In Trucking honors five employees for their significant career accomplishments and support of other women in the transportation industry | MIAMI- Ryder System, Inc. (NYSE: R), a leader in supply chain, dedicated transportation and fleet management solutions, today announce five women leaders at Ryder are being recognized as part of the 2021 list of 'Top Women to Watch in Trans... |
| Mar 22, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Announces 2021 Top Women to Watch in Transportation | Top Women to Watch in Transportation “These impressive women have made a tremendous impact in their fields during this pandemic and are pushing the envelope for women in the industry. We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate their accompl... |
| Mar 3, 2021 | Bill to Support Women In Trucking Association’s Mission Reintroduced in Bipartisan effort | “This bill will help us create a more female-friendly environment in supply chain careers so we can not only attract and retain, but promote women in trucking."
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) March 03, 2021
The transportation sector has always b... |
| Jan 19, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Announces Continued Support from J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc. | "We must continue emphasizing the importance of inclusion and diversity in our industry to build on the progress of our predecessors."
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) January 19, 2021
The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today t... |
| Jan 12, 2021 | Women In Trucking Association Announces Continued Partnership with Walmart | “Supporting female professional drivers is very important to Walmart and the industry as a whole. We’re proud to promote gender diversity in transportation and celebrate the accomplishments of our female drivers.”
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) Janua... |
| Dec 31, 2020 | Women In Trucking Association Announces Continued Partnership with Freightliner Trucks | “Freightliner Trucks is proud to be part of WIT. The mission and goals of WIT closely align with those of DTNA and this partnership gives us an opportunity to share resources to promote and celebrate diversity and inclusion in our industry.... |
| Dec 11, 2020 | Call for Nominations: 2021 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award | "Each year we continue to be more impressed by the women nominated for the Distinguished Woman in Logistics award as the ranks of women increase in supply chain and the level of professionalism is elevated throughout the industry."... |
| Dec 7, 2020 | Women In Trucking Association Selects Female Veterans to Join Driver Ambassador’s Wreaths Across America Trip | I am thrilled to ride with Kellylynn on part of her journey. I feel extremely honored to play a role in getting wreaths to our fallen soldiers who have made the ultimate sacrifice.
PLOVER, Wis. (PRWEB) December 07, 2020
Women In Trucking As... |
| More women become truckers as the industry tries to overcome a shortage of drivers | Women made up almost 14% of professional drivers in 2022, according to Women In Trucking, up from just 7.9% in 2018.
Women have been joining the trucking industry at higher rates not just for driving roles, as women in dispatcher and safety... |
| Why driving big rig trucks is a job fewer Americans dream about doing | In April, Walmart made headlines by announcing that it will pay its private fleet truck drivers as much as $110,000 in their first year with the big-box retailer.
The median pay for big-rig drivers in 2021 was $48,310, or about $23 an hour,... |
