The boss was so pleased that we mentioned the TruckDriver.com FAQ page in the last issue of the eReport, that he didn't even notice our comment about cutting and pasting.
It's always best to stay in the good graces of the powers that be, and with that in mind, we wondered if you have ever noticed the Press Release RSS Feed widget on the right-hand side bar at TruckDriver.com. It's on every page. It's a scrolling text box filled with news about the trucking industry, press releases issued by our customers and news about truck drivers.
Here's a current item:
Women In Trucking Association hits 500 member mark!
PLOVER, WI – Women In Trucking Inc., a non-profit organization created to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry and assist in promoting a more female-friendly environment for those already in the industry, today announced that in less than six months since its inception the organization has grown to more than 500 corporate and individual members.
“I believe the strength behind the organization lies in the varied and vast career success of our board of directors,” said Ellen Voie, WIT chairwoman and Schneider National's manager of recruiting and retention programs. “The women on our board bring a combined total of 265 years of service to the trucking industry and with that kind of power behind us we can make some changes.”
WIT was officially founded on March 12, 2007 as a means to not only get more women interested in the trucking industry, but to also provide a platform to voice the successes and struggles of those women already in the male-dominated field. Now less than six months later, the organization has 12 board members, 44 corporate members, 16 sponsors, 98 male members, 402 female members and one staff member.
“Although encouraging women to join the industry plays a role in WIT,” explained Voie, “it’s not our only focus. We believe that providing a greater understanding of the special challenges that women face on the road, under the hood or behind the desk will only serve to better the industry. Among our many goals, we plan to hold our own convention to honor carriers, truckstops and suppliers who have proven to be female-friendly in their hiring and retention practices. It’s not just about voicing an opinion; it’s about understanding an issue, addressing it and hopefully in the end, remedying it. With over five hundred men and women already joining us, I think it’s a sign the industry is ready for us!”
About WIT:
WIT’s mission is to encourage the employment of women in the trucking industry, promote their accomplishments and minimize their obstacles.
To learn more about Women In Trucking please visit WomenInTrucking.org
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Carrier of the Month
Willis Shaw Express, Inc.
I n 1938, Willis D. Shaw entered the trucking industry as an individual hauler. During the following years, Mr. Shaw pioneered the transportation of live poultry out of the northwest Arkansas production area into the markets of Illinois, Georgia, Texas and California.
Between the years of 1939 and 1948, the corporation was known as Willis Shaw Produce. During this decade, the company hauled an estimated 37 million chickens to market.
With the introduction of the new field of frozen food transportation in 1948, the firm truly began to recognize its potential. Initially, frozen poultry formed the basis for all its operation.
By 1954, with the acquisition of new authority and operating rights, fresh and frozen commodities were being transported in mixed shipments to and from every state in the nation. Interstate authority from the ICC was granted to Willis Shaw to operate as a contract carrier for frozen foods in 1957. The following year the permit was changed to a common carrier certificate.
This authority held by the company was transferred to Willis Shaw Frozen Express, Inc. when the company incorporated on May 27, 1958. The same year, the National Transportation Act brought the transportation of frozen fruits, berries, and vegetables under economic regulation. In response, the company applied for grandfather authority and, after going to the U.S. Supreme Court, eventually won authority to transport these commodities between points in 35 states.
To provide quality customer service, a division office was soon opened in Boise, ID. Additionally, operating rights have been acquired through purchases of portions of the operating rights of Refrigerated Transport in 1962, Pelham Transportation Co, in 1963,
Idaho Trucking Company in 1965, Monsen Trucking Company in 1967, H.R. Cook Truck Lines in 1967, and Bonney Motor Lines in 1970.
In 1968 negotiations began between the Willis Shaw Frozen Express and Del Monte Corp. Subsequently, WSE was acquired by Del Monte in late 1970, becoming part of Distribution Systems, Inc. Later, however, Del Monte Corp. was acquired by R.J. Reynolds, Inc. Distribution Systems was disbanded and Willis Shaw Frozen Express was reacquired by its management team on October 1, 1983.
In June 1987, Willis Shaw Frozen Express, Inc. was acquired by Comcar Industries of Auburndale, Florida. In 1993, Willis Shaw Frozen Express and Comcar Industries’ other refrigerated hauler, Clay Hyder Trucking Lines, Inc. were merged to form Willis Shaw Express, Inc.
Today, Willis Shaw Express, Inc. stands as a financially sound irregular route motor common and contract carrier with revenues in excess of $100 million; dedicated to safety on America’s highways and meeting the needs of the shipping public.
If you are interested in driving for a company with a long history of success, check out Willis Shaw Express, Inc.
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