The Women In Trucking Association has released its 2026 Top Women to Watch in Trucking list, highlighting professionals making a measurable impact across fleets, operations, safety, technology, and beyond.
Based in Arlington, the organization continues to recognize individuals who advance the industry through leadership, performance, and day-to-day contributions that keep freight moving.
“Part of WIT’s mission is to recognize women for their career accomplishments, their meaningful impact on the success of their companies, and their contributions to the industry at large,” said Jennifer Hedrick, CAE, WIT president and CEO. “These 75 professionals exemplify the mission, vision, and values of the Women In Trucking Association and truly are impressive women to watch in our industry.”
How the List Is Selected
The recognition comes from the editorial team at Redefining the Road, the official magazine of WIT. Honorees are chosen based on their character and what they have accomplished over the past 12 to 18 months.
According to Brian Everett, group publisher and editorial director, the program has recognized standout professionals in trucking for nine years. Over that time, it has grown into a benchmark for identifying leaders across all corners of the business.
A Look at Where These Leaders Work
This year’s group reflects just how broad the trucking industry really is. The women recognized represent motor carriers, third-party logistics providers, equipment manufacturers, private fleets, technology companies, and professional service firms.
Their roles cover a wide range of responsibilities, including:
- Corporate management
- Operations and fleet oversight
- Sales and marketing
- Human resources and driver support
- Safety and compliance
- Technology and engineering
- Professional driving and maintenance
For drivers and industry stakeholders, that range matters. It shows how many different roles come together to keep trucks moving safely and efficiently every day.
2026 Top Women to Watch in Trucking
The full list of honorees for 2026 includes:
- Ana Maria Arce, senior manager corporate sustainability & governance, Bridgestone.
- Allison Athey, vice president, vocational sales, Daimler Truck North America.
- Jessica Bareford, director, sales training & enablement, Estes Express Lines.
- Sophia Bernard, member partner, Taylor Nelson Slattery Bernard PL.
- Molly Borkgren, enterprise account executive, 3PL, XPO Inc.
- Gina Bowker, PDC manager – Renton, PACCAR Parts.
- Lesley Boyd, vice president, operations & dedicated implementation, Lew Thompson and Son Trucking.
- Shahera Brailey, engineering manager, senior, International.
- Lori Brooks, vice president, marketing & customer experience, ArcBest.
- Wanda Brooks, compliance manager, R.E. Garrison Trucking Inc.
- Maggie Burns, director – national accounts west, Old Dominion Freight Line.
- Stacia Capponi, vice president of client services, Conversion Interactive Agency.
- Kate Chauvin, senior director of client operations, Ancora Training.
- Alison Cochran, assistant chief engineer, Peterbilt Motors Company.
- Lisa Cook, district sales manager, ThermoKing.
- Eileen Dabrowski, founder & CEO, Apex Tide Consulting.
- Heike Dasilva, group director of national sales, Ryder System Inc.
- Tammy Deschler, field operations & safety specialist, YMX Logistics.
- Rachael Doyle, executive vice president, client services, Fleetworthy.
- Tamara Draeger, CEO, Cannonball Express Transportation.
- Alicia Echols, director, safety & compliance, Bennett Heavy & Specialized LLC.
- Lisa Fingard, vice president – HR, TransX Ltd.
- Shaneka Fredrick, director II, operations, J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc.
- Michelle Gentile, vice president – vehicle supply, Penske Truck Leasing.
- Amber Harbold, regional terminal manager, Quality Carriers Inc.
- Melinda Herrera, district health & safety manager SOCAL, UPS.
- Allison Hughes, contractor relations manager, Bennett Motor Express LLC.
- Natalie Jackson, senior tractor technician, J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc.
- Chelsey Johnston, director, HR, XPO Inc.
- Shanna Kearns, vice president of corporate accounting, Peach State Truck Centers.
- Tysha Kendall, driver, tractor-trailer, WM.
- Jessie Kilgore, customized solutions manager, FedEx Freight.
- Lori Kincannon, CRO, McKinney Trailers.
- Kimberly Knight, president & CEO, Kim’s Trucker Services LLC.
- Maribeth Knueve, senior vice president of sales & marketing, Marten Transport Ltd.
- Renee Krug, CEO, Transflo.
- Julie Lawson, credit & risk manager, Direct Traffic Solutions.
- Michelle LeBlanc, CEO & founder, Drop & Hook.
- Andrea Lewis Browne, supply chain manager & quality manager, Great Dane.
- Shantel Lockett, vice president, controller, Trimac Transportation.
- Keinna McKnight, senior vice president of HR, Clean Harbors.
- Rhonda McKown, group technical safety engineer, Ryder System Inc.
- Gerri McLamb, director of transportation, Performance Foodservice – Virginia.
- Donna Miller, senior vice president, Liberty Career Finance.
- Tracey Miller, director of recruiting, Tri-National Inc.
- Amy Molski, national sales manager, Echo Global Logistics.
- Maeve Mueller, IT security & governance, Bridgestone.
- Jaime Oglesby, on-site trainer (lead driver), TA Dedicated.
- Liz Ormond, senior director, parcel transportation, Walmart.
- Maegan Ortega, HR director, Kenworth Truck Company.
- Lisa Paul, executive vice president, transportation practice leader, Alliant Insurance Services Inc.
- Katy Payne, operations manager, Truck Drivers USA.
- Brigid Plamondon, key account manager, C.H. Robinson.
- Kristyn Popejoy, director of NA materials, Peterbilt Motors Company.
- Angela Prill, vice president – intermodal network management, Schneider.
- Michelle Randazzo, CFO, Daimler Truck North America.
- Becky Reynolds, transportation manager, Dot Transportation.
- Christa Rugova, senior director, business support services, PLM Fleet.
- Nicole Sapienza, managing member, Coastwide Marine Services LLC, Evans Network.
- Susan Scott, senior key account manager, Circle K Pro.
- Shelley Sheagley, senior vice president, products, Aurora Parts.
- Shayna Sweet, manager of dealer services & operations administration, Fleet Advantage.
- Samantha Thompson, vice president, customer success & fleet telematics, Penske.
- Lesley Veldstra Killingsworth, vice president of pricing & market strategy, Polaris Transportation Group.
- Rachel Wagner, senior project engineer – vehicle programs, Kodiak AI.
- Becki Wagoner, vice president of strategic innovation & technology, May Trucking Company.
- Mandy Wells, vice president, finance, Great Dane.
- Katie White, vice president, labor, employment, ethics & compliance counsel, RXO.
- Melissa Wiesheier, district manager, WM.
- Amanda Worthen, director of driver employment, Roehl Transport.
- Cassie X. Lee, director of national accounts – Kenworth, PACCAR Financial Corp.
- Tiffini Young, VP of customer service & planning, Bay & Bay Transportation.
- Jessica Yurko, director of marketing, The Evans Network of Companies.
- Holly Zandstra, CFO, Weller Truck Parts.
- Rebecca Zeman, functional lead, enterprise transformation, International.
Why This Matters for the Industry
For drivers, fleet managers, and decision makers, recognition like this highlights the people shaping how the industry operates today. From safety programs to fleet efficiency, from driver training to technology, these roles influence what happens both on the road and behind the scenes.
This year’s program is sponsored by XPO Inc., and those recognized will be featured in an upcoming edition of Redefining the Road magazine as well as online here.
