ARLINGTON, Va. – August 7, 2025 – The Women In Trucking Association (WIT), in partnership with TrueBlue’s Centerline Drivers, is proud to announce the official call for nominations for the 2025 Influential Woman in Trucking Award, one of the industry’s most prestigious recognitions for female leaders in the trucking profession.
Now in its 15th year, this celebrated award honors women who make or influence key decisions in the trucking, transportation, logistics, or supply chain sectors. Eligible nominees must demonstrate exceptional leadership, vision, and a proven record of mentorship, while also serving as role models for others – especially women – across the industry.
“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,” said Jennifer Hedrick, CAE, president and CEO of WIT. “We are thrilled to once again spotlight their accomplishments and elevate the voices of women who are making a difference across our industry.”
Nominations are open now through September 18 and can be submitted online at https://witawards.secure-platform.com/site.
The winner will be announced during the 2025 Accelerate! Conference & Expo to be held November 9–12 in Dallas, Texas. Finalists will participate in a panel discussion on November 11, where they will share their personal journeys, leadership philosophies, and advice for rising talent.
“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,” said Jill Quinn, President of Centerline Drivers. “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.”
Past recipients of the Influential Woman in Trucking Award include some of the most impactful leaders in the trucking industry:
Visit the Influential Woman in Trucking webpage to view the full list of past recipients.
WIT and Centerline Drivers encourage companies, peers, and industry stakeholders to take this opportunity to nominate a leader who has made a lasting impact on the trucking industry.
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Women In Trucking Association, Inc. is a nonprofit association established to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize obstacles faced by women working in the trucking industry. Membership is not limited to women, as 17 percent of its members are men who support the mission. Women In Trucking is supported by its members and the generosity of Gold Level Partners: Arrow Truck Sales, Bridgestone Americas, Daimler Truck North America, FedEx Freight, Great Dane, International Motors, J.B. Hunt Transport, Michelin North America, PACCAR, Penske Transportation Solutions, Ryder System, UPS, Walmart, and WM. Follow WIT on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X, TikTok, and YouTube. For more information, visit womenintrucking.org or call 888-464-9482.
Centerline Drivers, a TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) company, connects over 4,500 drivers annually with Fortune 1000 and mid-sized companies. Centerline has been delivering superior staffing service to fleet operators and good jobs to qualified drivers since its founding in 1975. It offers nationwide coverage from a network of branches in 40 U.S. markets and a centralized service operation. Learn more at centerlinedrivers.com.