
Driver of the Year Paul Allen, Transportation Specialists, LTD
NTA
The Nebraska Trucking Association recognized outstanding individuals and companies at its 2026 Awards Banquet recently.
Award recipients include:
- Driver of the Year: Paul Allen, Transportation Specialists, LTD
- Dispatcher of the Year: Stacy Trively, H & M Trucking, Inc.
- Technician of the Year: Jesse Gentry, Crete Carrier Corporation
- Maintenance Supervisor of the Year: Harlan Reckling, TSL Company Holdings, Ltd
- Professional Service Award: Adam Powell, Grand Island Express, Inc.
- Safety Director of the Year: Lori Hansson, Crete Carrier Corporation
- Fleet Safety Grand Champion: Fremont Contract Carriers, Inc.
- Man of the Year / James E. Ryan Golden Deeds Award: Jack Peetz, Peetz & Schrader
- Woman of Distinction: Senator Carolyn Bosn, Nebraska Legislature
- NTA Spirit Award: Marsh Agency









