Tennessee Trucking Association

Last Wednesday, the 3rd cohort of Leading Edge participants kicked off the year with an engaging day filled with insightful questions, dynamic conversations, and the first steps toward becoming even stronger leaders in our industry. Facilitated by coach Michele To, CPCC, the group dove into John C. Maxwell's book The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. We’re thrilled to see where this year’s cohort will go next and wish them the best in this year of leadership, collaboration, and transformation!

Welcome to the Tennessee Trucking Association, HOMELINK/The VGM Group! Your membership strengthens our ability to drive positive change, advocate for the industry, and build meaningful connections. Together we “serve motor carriers with excellence and integrity while advancing highway safety.” Thank you for your membership and commitment to our mission.

Icy roads can sometimes be hard to spot, and you can lose control in an instant! If you find yourself sliding on ice, do not apply the gas or brake, and instead steer gently in the direction of the slide until you regain control. Staying calm could save your life!

The Tennessee Trucking Foundation is proud to spotlight Lindsey Gist, a deserving recipient of the Billy White Technician Scholarship! As a wife, mom, and career woman, Lindsey is an inspiration. She strives to show her daughters that it's never too late to learn, grow, and pursue new opportunities—demonstrating what's possible with hard work and dedication. A heartfelt thank you to our generous supporters who make scholarships like this possible for students like Lindsey. Together, we can continue supporting the next generation of diesel technicians. Learn more: tntrucking.org/technician

Tennessee Trucking Association’s 1st 2025 Newsline Edition is Here! 🚛 We’re excited to kick off the year with incredible stories from across the industry. This week, we spotlight Averitt’s commitment to Disability Employment Awareness, recap the Haulin’ for the Holidays success, and dive into winter driving. Plus, we’ve got updates on upcoming events and the Community Foundation Scholarship! Read more and stay updated on the latest in the trucking world!

We’re excited to share this post from Jessie Merritt, who captured the spirit of this year’s Haulin’ for the Holidays event. Thanks to the hard work of the Young Professionals Council and the generosity of the TTA community, this year's initiative was able to distribute over $90,000 in toys and supplies to families across Tennessee. This event highlights the strength of our industry’s commitment to giving back. Congratulations on another impactful year, and we look forward to continuing to give in 2025!

Happy New Year from the Tennessee Trucking Association!  Thank you for your hard work in 2024, and here’s to another year of "Safely Keeping Tennessee on the Move!" Wishing you all a wonderful 2025!

Happy membership anniversary to our December members! Your support allows us to continue to serve motor carriers with excellence and integrity while advancing highway safety. Here’s to another year of "Safely Keeping Tennessee on the Move!"

Meet Karen Partin, a professional driver with McKee Foods Corporation. With 18 years behind the wheel and 970,000 safe driving miles, Karen is excited to be approaching her first 1 million safe miles. She has been with McKee Foods for 37 years, including 26 years in transportation in various roles. Last year, Karen proudly served as a first-year Road Team Captain with the Tennessee Trucking Foundation and is also a proud member of She Trucking and Women in Trucking. Outside of work, Karen enjoys spending time with her two sons and her four-year-old granddaughter, Raven, who is the apple of her eye. She channels her passion for learning and growth into taking cooking classes, mountain biking, hiking, traveling, and exploring National Parks. Know someone who shares Karen’s commitment to safety, learning, and growth? Nominate them for the 2025 Road Team at tntrucking.org/nominate before it’s too late! Applications close on January 10th.

Meet Jon Coulson, a professional truck driver with 24 years of experience and a proud member of TCW, Inc. since 2020. Over his career Jon has achieved over 1 million safe driving miles and earned multiple safety awards. At TCW, he serves as a Master Coach, Student Mentor, and Trainer, sharing his expertise to help develop the next generation of drivers. Jon is also a two-time competitor at the Tennessee Truck Driving Championships, showcasing his skills and dedication to excellence in the industry. This year, he proudly served as a first-year Road Team Captain for the Tennessee Trucking Foundation, representing the industry with professionalism and passion. Outside of trucking, Jon enjoys showing his fully restored 1997 Volkswagen Jetta. He’s also an avid Memphis Grizzlies fan and enjoys spending time with his family and their fur-baby, Coco. Know a driver who shares Jon’s commitment to safety, mentorship, and professionalism? They might be a great fit for next year's road team. To nominate them visit tntrucking.org/nominate.