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Women In Trucking Association Names Trina Norman of UPS as 2022 Influential Woman in Trucking

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Tuesday, November 15, 2022

PLOVER, Wis., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) presented Trina Norman, Southern California Feeder Operations Manager, UPS, with the 2022 Influential Woman in Trucking award. The award is sponsored by Daimler Truck North America (DTNA) and recognizes the achievements of female role models and trailblazers in the trucking industry.

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  • The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) presented Trina Norman, Southern California Feeder Operations Manager, UPS, with the 2022 Influential Woman in Trucking award.
  • PLOVER, Wis., Nov. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) presented Trina Norman, Southern California Feeder Operations Manager, UPS, with the 2022 Influential Woman in Trucking award.
  • Her mission is to recruit, empower, mentor, and encourage women to join the elite women behind the wheels at UPS.
  • About Women In Trucking Association, Inc.
    Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments, and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry.

Covenant Named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation for Second Consecutive Year

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Wednesday, November 2, 2022

Additionally, Covenants diversity inclusion initiatives and its Women of Covenant group invites professional women and drivers to growprofessionally.

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  • Additionally, Covenants diversity inclusion initiatives and its Women of Covenant group invites professional women and drivers to growprofessionally.
  • Since our early days, women have played a pivotal role in our success, and today we are proud to have women in leadership positions throughout the company.
  • Covenant Logistics Group, Inc., through its subsidiaries, offers a portfolio of transportation and logistics services to customers throughout the United States.
  • In addition, Transport Enterprise Leasing is an affiliated company providing revenue equipment sales and leasing services to the trucking industry.

Schneider's KayLeigh McCall selected as Women In Trucking's Driver Ambassador

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

GREEN BAY, Wis., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Schneider (NYSE: SNDR), a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, is excited to share that KayLeigh McCall, driver and training engineer at Schneider, has been selected as the Women in Trucking Association's (WIT) newest Driver Ambassador.   WIT is a non-profit organization with a mission to encourage employment, address obstacles and celebrate the successes of women in the trucking industry.   "Being selected as Schneider's Women in Trucking ambassador provides an opportunity for me to spread the message that women can and will continue to be successful in the industry," said McCall. "I'm honored to serve in this role to emphasize that it is possible for all generations of women – new to this profession, and those who have been in the industry for a while, mothers, wives, caretakers – to acquire the hard-earned skills necessary and lead a fulfilling career in trucking."   In her ambassador role, McCall will lead and organize efforts to empower and connect women across the trucking industry, as well as assist in developing and sharing various resources available including career services, mentorship, trainings and scholarships.   "We are thrilled to have KayLeigh McCall as our new Driver Ambassador," said WIT's President and Chief Executive Officer Ellen Voie. "Not only will she represent WIT and Schneider, she will be a visible spokeswoman for all female professional drivers today and in the future."   "KayLeigh is a phenomenal example of what we strive for everyday here at Schneider – fostering an environment where our associates can develop their unlimited potential and make a real difference for themselves, our customers and for the betterment of the industry as a whole," says Schneider President and CEO Mark Rourke. "We're so proud of KayLeigh and look forward to seeing all she accomplishes as WIT's Driver Ambassador."   Previously, McCall worked as a pastry chef, earning her Class A CDL in 2017 and driving a mixer truck for a construction company before joining Schneider in 2020. McCall discovered a passion for truck driving and feels empowered in her role as a woman driver and trainer.   "For those looking to join the industry, my best piece of advice is to just do it, you won't know until you try," says McCall. "Schneider has provided an inclusive culture and platform of growth for my career, and I look forward to sharing my knowledge and empowering other women to join me."   In addition to her roles and responsibilities at Schneider and as WIT's Driver Ambassador, McCall is a wife and mother of four. She brings tenacity, resiliency, and passion to her job every day, making her an asset to the Schneider team.   To learn more about how Schneider elevates women in the industry, visit: https://schneider.com/company/corporate-responsibility/diversity-equity-...   To learn more about KayLeigh McCall visit: https://schneiderjobs.com/blog/2021-featured-female-truck-driver   ###   About Schneider Schneider is a premier provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services. Offering one of the broadest portfolios in the industry, Schneider's solutions include Regional and Long-Haul Truckload, Expedited, Dedicated, Bulk, Intermodal, Brokerage, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Port Logistics and Logistics Consulting.   With nearly $5.6 billion in annual revenue, Schneider has been safely delivering superior customer experiences and investing in innovation for over 85 years. The company's digital marketplace, Schneider FreightPower®, is revolutionizing the industry giving shippers access to an expanded, highly flexible capacity network and provides carriers with unmatched access to quality drop-and-hook freight – Always Delivering, Always Ahead.   For more information about Schneider, visit Schneider.com or follow the company socially on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter: @WeAreSchneider.   About Women In Trucking Association, Inc. Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. Membership is not limited to women, as 17 percent of its members are men who support the mission. Women In Trucking is supported by its members and the generosity of Gold Level Partners: Amazon, Arrow Truck Sales, Daimler Truck North America, Expediter Services, FedEx Freight, Great Dane, J.B. Hunt Transport, Michelin North America, PACCAR, Penske Transportation Solutions, Ryder System, Walmart, and Waste Management. Follow WIT on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. For more information, visit http://www.womenintrucking.org or call 888-464-9482.

Key Points: 
  • Schneider (NYSE: SNDR), a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, is excited to share that KayLeigh McCall, driver and training engineer at Schneider, has been selected as the Women in Trucking Association's (WIT) newest Driver Ambassador.
  • GREEN BAY, Wis., Aug. 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Schneider (NYSE: SNDR), a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, is excited to share that KayLeigh McCall, driver and training engineer at Schneider, has been selected as the Women in Trucking Association's (WIT) newest Driver Ambassador.
  • "Being selected as Schneider's Women in Trucking ambassador provides an opportunity for me to spread the message that women can and will continue to be successful in the industry," said McCall.
  • "We are thrilled to have KayLeigh McCall as our new Driver Ambassador," said WIT's President and Chief Executive Officer Ellen Voie.

Women In Trucking Association Announces Continued Gold Level Partnership with PACCAR

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Wednesday, April 27, 2022

PLOVER, Wis., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today that PACCAR has renewed its Gold Level Partnership for 2022. This valuable partnership will help the non-profit association continue to empower women to develop careers in the transportation industry, promote their accomplishments, and minimize the obstacles they face.

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  • PLOVER, Wis., April 27, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today that PACCAR has renewed its Gold Level Partnership for 2022.
  • In addition to providing financial support since becoming a Gold Level Partner in 2019, the company actively participates in the association.
  • The Women in Trucking Gold Level Partnership will continue to facilitate interaction and organized activities, supporting women and leadership," said PACCAR VP and CIO, Lily Ley.
  • About Women In Trucking Association, Inc.
    Wome Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry.

Women In Trucking Association Hosts "Touch a Truck" Tour for FMCSA's Deputy Administrator

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Thursday, March 31, 2022

PLOVER, Wis., March 31, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) recently hosted Robin Hutcheson, deputy administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), on a "touch a truck" visit of WIT's traveling tractor-trailer at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky. Hutcheson, the highest-ranking government official responsible for regulating and providing safety oversight of commercial motor vehicles on U.S. roadways, was given a detailed tour of the association's ambassador trailer WITney and its tractor that pulls the educational trailer.

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  • "Part of WIT's mission is to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry and to minimize obstacles they face," said Ellen Voie, president and CEO of WIT.
  • Robin Hutcheson, deputy administrator of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), experienced first-hand at the Mid-America Trucking Show last week the new driver simulator in WITney, the educational trailer by the Women In Trucking Association.
  • About Women In Trucking Association, Inc.
    Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry.
  • Membership is not limited to women, as 17 percent of its members are men who support the mission.

Women In Trucking Association Names Arnold as 2022 Driver of the Year

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Saturday, March 26, 2022

LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today Peggy Arnold, company driver at Yellow Corporation, as the winner of the third annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.

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  • Congratulations to Peggy Arnold, company driver at Yellow Corporation, on being named the 2022 Driver of the Year, an award sponsored by Walmart.
  • LOUISVILLE, Ky., March 26, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today Peggy Arnold , company driver at Yellow Corporation, as the winner of the third annual Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart.
  • The other finalists include Francis Hernandez, a professional driver with Waste Management, Inc. and Courtney Ohlandt, company driver for FedEx Freight.
  • About Women In Trucking Association, Inc.
    Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry.

Women In Trucking Association Announces 2022 Top Women to Watch in Transportation

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Monday, March 14, 2022

PLOVER, Wis., March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today its fifth annual list of Top Women to Watch in Transportation.

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  • PLOVER, Wis., March 14, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today its fifth annual list of Top Women to Watch in Transportation.
  • "We are pleased to have the opportunity to recognize and highlight the achievements of 84 incredibly talented and valuable women."
  • "The resilience displayed by these women supports and furthers the mission of the Women In Trucking Association to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the industry."
  • About Women In Trucking Association, Inc.
    Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry.

Women In Trucking Association Announces 2022 Driver of the Year Finalists

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Tuesday, March 8, 2022

PLOVER, Wis., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today three finalists for the 2022 Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart Transportation.

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  • PLOVER, Wis., March 8, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today three finalists for the 2022 Driver of the Year award sponsored by Walmart Transportation.
  • The 2022 Driver of the Year finalists are:
    Peggy Arnold, a company driver at Yellow Corporation for nearly 30 years.
  • She has always been up for a challenge and worked in a variety of roles such as hostler driver, management, pick-up and delivery driver, and road driver.
  • The winner will be announced at the Salute to Women Behind the Wheel event hosted by WIT on Friday, March 25 at the Mid-America Trucking Show (MATS) in Louisville, KY.
    About Women In Trucking Association, Inc.
    Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry.