by Women In Trucking Staff, on Jan 12, 2026 5:00:00 AM
ARLINGTON, Va. – Jan. 12, 2026 – The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today that Great Dane has renewed its Gold Partnership. This continued collaboration highlights the company’s long-standing commitment to supporting women in the trucking industry through expanded career pathways, meaningful engagement, and industry recognition.
For the past 12 years, Great Dane has served as a dedicated Gold Partner. In addition to its financial support, the company consistently invests time and leadership in efforts that strengthen WIT’s programs and create greater visibility and opportunities for women throughout the industry. Annie T. Wilson, National Accounts Sales Manager at Great Dane, is now in her second year on the board of directors where she contributes valuable insights and helps guide strategic initiatives that enhance professional growth and industry impact for women in trucking.
“Our continued partnership with WIT reflects Great Dane’s commitment to learning, growing, and supporting women in transportation,” said Wilson. “We’re grateful for the perspective WIT brings and the opportunities it creates for us to strengthen our culture and industry impact.”
“We appreciate Great Dane’s ongoing dedication to creating meaningful opportunities for women in trucking,” said Jennifer Hedrick, CAE, president and CEO of WIT. “Their engagement amplifies our mission, fuels the momentum behind our initiatives, and supports long-term progress that benefits companies, the broader workforce, and the industry as a whole.
Founded in 2007, the Women In Trucking Association is a resource for more than 8,000 corporate and individual members located throughout North America. Recent accomplishments include: releasing the 2024-25 WIT Index, the industry barometer to regularly benchmark and measure the percentage of women who make up critical roles in transportation, which had approximately 350 company participants; hosting 6,300 participants in the WITney® Educational Trailer throughout 39 events in 18 states; honoring nearly 200 leaders in transportation through several recognition programs; and more than 1,100 registered attendees at the 2025 Accelerate! Conference and Exhibition.
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About Women In Trucking Association, Inc.
Women In Trucking Association, Inc. (WIT) champions the employment and advancement of women in trucking, fosters connections, and recognizes achievements. WIT is the original community supporting women in the industry, from the driver’s seat to the C-Suite, offering programs and services to help companies succeed, employees thrive, and individuals make an impact. WIT is supported by the generosity of members, including Gold Partners: Arrow Truck Sales, Bridgestone Americas, C.H. Robinson, 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. To learn more, visit womenintrucking.org, email membership@womenintrucking.org or call 888-464-9482.
