ARLINGTON, Va. – Jan. 26, 2026 – The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) proudly welcomes C.H. Robinson as its newest Gold Partner, further solidifying its commitment to advancing the employment, development, and celebration of women across the trucking industry. Through this partnership, WIT continues to expand opportunities, foster meaningful connections, and recognize the accomplishments of women shaping the industry’s future.
C.H. Robinson has been a dedicated supporter of WIT since 2012, previously serving as a Silver Partner. The C.H. Robinson Foundation also supports WIT through philanthropic contributions that help remove barriers and create opportunities for women in the trucking industry. In addition to providing financial support, the company actively participates in the association through leadership participation, including representation on its board of directors.
“Through Women in Trucking, we turn ideas into action — building partnerships that open doors for women, strengthen the industry’s talent pipeline, and accelerate innovation to drive business impact,” said Sheena Thieschafer, C.H. Robinson Director Strategic Sales – Healthcare and WIT board member. “Together, we’re shaping a future where women and the transportation industry can thrive.”
“C.H. Robinson’s partnership reflects a shared dedication to cultivating an industry where women can succeed at every level,” said Jennifer Hedrick, CAE, president and CEO of WIT. “By working together, we’re strengthening the network, visibility, and leadership pathways available to women in trucking.”
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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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.
C.H. Robinson is the global leader in Lean AI supply chains. For more than a century, companies everywhere have looked to us to reimagine how goods move. Now, as we redefine what’s next for the industry, that same drive fuels our commitment to Building Tomorrow’s Supply Chains, Today™. Trusted by 83,000 customers and 450,000 contract carriers, we manage an unmatched 37 million shipments annually, representing $23 billion in freight. We deliver tailored solutions across the world via truckload, less-than-truckload, ocean, air, and more. With our unique combination of human insight and Lean AI working as one, supply chains move faster, smarter, and more sustainably. As a responsible global citizen, we proudly contribute millions to the causes that matter most to our employees. For more information visit www.chrobinson.com. (Nasdaq: CHRW).