Tuesday the American Trucking Associations’ Trucking Association Executives Council recognized a dozen trucking leaders for their service to the industry and to the ATA Federation.
The awards were announced at the announced at the ATA's annual Management Conference & Exhibition in Charlotte.
“I am especially proud to recognize this year's honorees because I have had the privilege of serving alongside many of them throughout my career,” said Chris Maxwell, president & CEO of the Rhode Island Trucking Association and chairman of TAEC. “Their enumerable contributions have strengthened our organizations, our industry, and the ATA federation we are proud to be part of.”
The 12 executives recognized by ATA and TAEC this year have a combined 180 years of experience. They are:
Minnesota Trucking Association President & CEO John Hausladen was recognized for 30 years of service.
Nevada Trucking Association CEO Paul J. Enos, Texas Trucking Association President & CEO John D. Esparza, Ohio Trucking Association President & CEO Tom Balzer, and Missouri Trucking Association President & CEO Tom Crawford were recognized for 20 years of service.
Indiana Motor Truck Association President & CEO Gary Langston, Illinois Trucking Association Executive Director Matthew Hart, and Rhode Island Trucking Association President & CEO Chris Maxwell were recognized for 15 years of service.
Washington Trucking Associations President & CEO Sheri Call was recognized for 10 years of service.
Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association President & CEO Rebecca Oyler, ATA Intermodal Motor Carriers Conference Executive Director Jon Eisen, and National Tank Truck Carriers President & CEO Ryan Streblow were recognized for 5 years of service.
“Leading a state trucking association requires a unique blend of skills. On any given day, these executives are advocates, strategists, communicators, coalition builders, and problem solvers for their members,” said ATA Chief Advocacy & Public Affairs Officer Henry Hanscom.
