The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) recently announced President Jim Ward will retire in the coming months, following a successful tenure leading the organization.
Since becoming TCA President in 2022, the association said Ward played a pivotal role in strengthening its influence, expanding its programs, and deepening its engagement with members. "His leadership has helped position TCA as a respected and united voice for the truckload sector across North America," said a statement from TCA.
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“This decision has been in the works for some time, and I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished together,” said Ward. “TCA is strong, its future is bright, and I look forward to watching the association continue to grow and flourish in the years ahead.”
In preparation for this transition, TCA said has established a search committee tasked with identifying Ward’s successor.
“Jim’s leadership has had a lasting impact on TCA and the entire truckload industry,” said Karen Smerchek, TCA Chairman and President of Veriha Trucking. “This transition reflects the next step in a carefully considered succession plan, and we are deeply grateful for the stability and strength Jim has brought to the Association.”
Ward became president of the TCA after having served as its chairman. Before that he spent 23 years aspresident and CEO of D.M. Bowman, a trucking, warehousing and brokerage firm in Williamsport, Maryland.
TCA said it is looking for someone with “proven executive leadership” in a trade association, nonprofit or corporate environment, “deep understanding of the trucking and transportation industry" and “demonstrated success in advocacy and government relations.”
The search process is now underway. Interested candidates are encouraged to submit resumes and cover letters to [email protected]. Click here for job description and additional information.
