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Nominations are open for the 2025 Women in Trucking Driver of the Year Award. Celebrate outstanding female drivers with a track record of safety, leadership, and advocacy in trucking. Nominate today!

January 14, 2025

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Nominate a Trailblazer: 2025 Women in Trucking Driver of the Year Award is Now Open!

The Women in Trucking Association (WIT), supported by Walmart, is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Driver of the Year Award. This award shines ...

Alyssa Briggs, a 24-year-old trailer mechanic at XPO, Inc., is recognized as the Women in Trucking (WIT) Member of the Month for January 2025. Learn about her inspiring journey from vocational school to breaking barriers in a male-dominated field.

January 8, 2025

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Honoring Alyssa Briggs: WIT’s Member of the Month for January 2025

The Women in Trucking Association (WIT) has proudly recognized Alyssa Briggs, a 24-year-old trailer mechanic at XPO, Inc., as their January 2025 Member of ...

Nominations are now open for the 2025 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award. Celebrate exceptional women making a difference in logistics, freight brokerage, supply chain management, and more. Submit nominations by February 12, 2025.

January 8, 2025

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Nominations Now Open for 2025 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award

The Women In Trucking (WIT) Association, in collaboration with Truckstop and the Transportation Intermediaries Association (TIA), is now accepting nominations for the 2025 Distinguished ...

Trucking offers more than long hours and road trips—it's a career that provides freedom, stability, and a tight-knit community. Hear Joann Y.'s inspiring story of how trucking gave her a new sense of purpose.

December 27, 2024

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Trucking: A Career That’s Much More Than a Job

What do you picture when you hear the word “trucking”? Long hours? Weeks away from home? Sure, those are elements of the job, but ...

Get involved with Women In Trucking through mentoring, events, professional development, and social media engagement. Support WIT’s mission and make a meaningful impact in the trucking industry.

December 23, 2024

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How to Get Involved with Women In Trucking

Becoming part of a community means more than just joining—it’s about actively participating, contributing, and growing alongside others. Women In Trucking (WIT) values its ...

Discover how family legacies and mentorship shape careers in trucking. From generational traditions to inspiring leaders like Andrea McFarland, explore the values and stories driving the industry forward.

December 11, 2024

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Generations Behind the Wheel: Family Legacies and Mentorship in Trucking

In trucking, the phrase “it runs in the family” is more than just an expression. For many drivers and industry professionals, trucking is a ...

NFI’s SheDrives initiative has empowered Ebony, a CDL spotter, to redefine her career and achieve a fulfilling work-life balance. From overcoming challenges in male-dominated industries to finding a supportive community at NFI, Ebony's story highlights the power of inclusion and opportunity in trucking.

December 6, 2024

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Ebony Speaks on How NFI and the SheDrives Initiative Have Redefined Her Career

NFI’s SheDrives program empowers women in the trucking industry while fostering a community where drivers feel valued and supported. For Ebony, a CDL spotter ...

April Crysel, a truck driver for Chestnut Enterprises, is celebrated as WIT's December 2024 Member of the Month. Learn about her inspiring journey into trucking, her dedication to empowering women in the industry, and her role in fostering camaraderie within the trucking community.

December 5, 2024

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April Crysel Celebrated as WIT’s December 2024 Member of the Month

The Women in Trucking Association (WIT) has recognized April Crysel, a dedicated truck driver for Chestnut Enterprises, as their December 2024 Member of the ...

In this She Drives episode, Megan Z. and Ashley R. of NFI share their experiences in the trucking industry, discussing the challenges of balancing work and family, the impact of technology, and their triumphs on the road. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights perseverance, growth, and connection.

December 4, 2024

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Megan Z. and Ashley R. Discuss Challenges and Triumphs in Trucking on She Drives

“When everybody drives and everybody participates, everybody wins.” -Megan Z., NFI Driver That sentiment, shared during the latest She Drives episode on Radio Nemo, ...