The Women In Trucking Association (WIT), together with TrueBlue’s Centerline Drivers, has officially opened nominations for the 2025 Influential Woman in Trucking Award.
Jennifer Hedrick, CAE, President and CEO of WIT, emphasized the significance of this honor: “This award is more than just a recognition – it’s a celebration of the bold, forward-thinking women who are shaping the future of transportation. We are thrilled to once again spotlight their accomplishments and elevate the voices of women who are making a difference across our industry.”
Celebrating 15 years, this award highlights women who have demonstrated outstanding leadership and influence within trucking, transportation, logistics, or supply chain sectors. Nominees must have a proven track record of visionary leadership, mentorship, and serve as inspiring role models for others, especially women.
Jill Quinn, President of Centerline Drivers, shared, “By amplifying the incredible stories of women in trucking, we aim to inspire more women to explore rewarding careers in an industry that keeps America moving. We are honored to support the 2025 Influential Women in Trucking Award as part of Centerline’s ongoing commitment to fueling progress and advancing opportunities for women in trucking.”
Nominations are being accepted now through September 18. Those interested can submit their nominations here.
The winner will be revealed at the 2025 Accelerate! Conference & Expo, scheduled for November 9–12 in Dallas, Texas. Finalists will also join a panel discussion on November 11, sharing their leadership journeys, philosophies, and advice for the next generation of industry talent.
Past winners include some of the most notable figures in trucking leadership:
- 2024: Tracy Rushing, Executive Director of Safety and Recruiting, RE Garrison Trucking, Inc.
- 2023: Shelley Simpson, President, J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc.
- 2022: Trina Norman, Southern California Feeder Operations Manager, UPS.
- 2021: Lily Ley, VP & CIO, PACCAR.
- 2020: Kristy Knichel, President, Knichel Logistics, and Jodie Teuton, Co-Founder, Kenworth of Louisiana.
For a full list of recipients, click here.
WIT encourages peers, companies, and stakeholders to nominate women who have made a lasting impact on the trucking industry. This is a powerful opportunity to recognize leadership and inspire more women to join this vital field.
Source: The Trucker
Source: Women In Trucking
