The 2023 Mike Russell Trucking Image Award, presented by the American Trucking Associations (ATA), has recognized five individuals and organizations for their unwavering commitment to enhancing the perception of the trucking industry.
“This award celebrates companies, organizations, and individuals who use innovation and creativity to generate positive awareness of trucking,” said Sarah Rajtik, ATA executive vice president of human resources, operations, and industry affairs. “The winners this year have worked alongside ATA to raise the public’s perception of trucking, and we thank them for their dedication to our shared mission.”
With its inaugural being 2007, the Mike Russell Trucking Image Award has been a part of rewarding the truck driving industry for nearly 20 years. It is given to an individual, motor carrier, trucking organization, and industry supplier who each demonstrate excellence in illustrating the industry’s essentiality, professionalism, and commitment to safety both on and off the highways. The award is sponsored by Great West Casualty Company. This year’s winners are Bob Bramwell, professional truck driver, ABF Freight Systems Inc.; Rob Phillips, founder & CEO, Phillips Industries; Florida Trucking Association; Idaho Trucking Association; Total Transportation of Mississippi.
“The trucking industry is the backbone of our economy and plays a crucial role in not only maintaining but also supporting overall economic growth and the demands that come with it. Whether it be for food, vaccines, building supplies, electronics, or the oil needed to fuel our vehicles, we depend on the industry each day,” said Steve Ponder, Great West Casualty Company senior vice president. “Unfortunately, many take for granted the dedicated, unsung heroes who work tirelessly with professionalism and safety to deliver the essential goods we depend on. Thanks to the companies honored today, we are working to shift their mindset to a positive one. Each one has made an impact on the positive image of the trucking industry, and we encourage them to keep sharing our story.”
Source: The Trucker
