women in trucking association

Under Smith’s leadership, the board will provide strategic guidance in support of the association’s mission to encourage the employment of women in transportation, minimize obstacles they face, and promote their accomplishments. The board includes top leaders from a variety of roles and backgrounds within the transportation industry.

“This talented group of leaders is committed to advancing the mission of WIT while making meaningful advancements in gender diversity within the trucking industry,” said Jennifer Hedrick, president and CEO of WIT. “It’s important to continue to bring more diversity of experience, thought and skills as the industry continues to grow.”

A valued partner of WIT since 2014, Penske has been instrumental in driving meaningful change by supporting the association's initiatives. Penske recently renewed its Gold Level Partnership, underscoring the company’s dedication to advancing gender diversity in transportation, and is a perennial top sponsor of WIT’s annual conference. Last fall, Penske was once again named a top company for women in transportation.

“We are extremely pleased to have Sarah in this leadership role as she brings a depth of experience that will be invaluable to the association,” said Jennifer Hedrick, president and CEO of WIT.

“It is an honor to hold a leadership positionon the Women In Trucking board of directors,” said Smith. “Women In Trucking is the leading organization supporting women in transportation and encouraging more to join our strong industry. To contribute to that mission is professionally and personally rewarding to me. I believe that there is a tremendous opportunity for women in trucking and that my association with WIT demonstrates Penske’s commitment to diversity and inclusion for our associates. I look forward to the impactful work that lies ahead.”

Penske has supported WIT for nearly 10 years and became a gold sponsor of the organization in 2019. The organization has consistently honored Penske as a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation and will once again welcome Penske as a top sponsor of their annual conference in Dallas this November.