Women in Trucking

NFI hosts Girl Scout trucking event

This week: J.B. Hunt is inducted into the philanthropic society of a Texas cancer center, NFI helps Girl Scouts earn their Transportation Badge and Werner continues to wear red to support a military nonprofit.

U.S. lawmakers are proposing a requirement that restrooms at commercial buildings and ports be available to truck drivers.

A Texas carrier has agreed to settle a sex discrimination suit by paying $90,000 to a former recruiter who complained of harassment.

This week: Schneider driver becomes first woman to receive veteran Ride of Pride truck, FedEx celebrates 10th anniversary of Purple Eagle program and WIT releases latest diversity index report.

This week: The Women in Trucking Association honors influential women; ANL aims to rehabilitate the Australian turtle population; and C.H. Robinson recognizes its top-quality carriers.

In the latest Conversations with Nicole, Nicole Glenn talks with Ellen Voie, founder and CEO of Women in Trucking.

“I think there are a lot of barriers that keep ladies out of finance and freight. It usually starts with ‘can’t.’ Do what you want to do. Don’t listen to the ‘can’t.’” Westjohn said.

Winner will be announced at Mid-America Trucking Show

“This exceptional group of women have persevered through the uncertain times brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic, exhibiting the true example of a leader,” said Ellen Voie, WIT president and CEO.