Class of 2017 Nomination Packet

Class of 2017
(August 2015-August 2017)
Nomination Packet
Nominations must be submitted by May 15, 2015
S
ince 1932, Texas Trucking Association has existed to protect
the collective interest of the trucking industry. We are
dedicating to educating our members and equipping them with
the tools to operate successful businesses in the Lone Star State.
And in August 2012, the focus shifted to the next generation of
industry leaders with the launch of the Emerging Leaders Council.
The Emerging Leaders Council is comprised of up-and-coming
executives from TXTA carrier and allied member companies. Each of
the 23 members of the inaugural class made a two-year commitment
to attend four of six annual meetings and launched fundraisers and
community service projects on behalf of the association. During
their term, members have developed new business relationships
and friendships; increased their knowledge of trucking, legislative,
regulatory, political and leadership issues; and they have
established themselves as future leaders within the association.
EDUCATION
Over the past two years, the inaugural ELC class has heard from
titans of the industry, economic experts and political gurus
including:
Darrin Roth, ATA
Dave Osiecki, ATA
Major Chris Nordloh, TxDPS
Texas State Rep. Jason Isaac
Jeff Langless, FMCSA
Dr. Judy Oskam, Texas State Univ.
Angelos Angelou, AngelouEconomics
Sgt. Dana Moore, TxDPS
Martin Garsee, Houston Community
College
John D. Esparza, TXTA
Russell Jurk, Bobby Lehmann
Trucking
Gary Salisbury, Fikes Truck Line
Danny Smith, UPS
Brian Fielkow, Jetco Delivery
John Hickerson, Global Net Logistics
Marcia Faschingbauer, Excargo
Services
Richard Minnix, McClatchy Brothers
NETWORKING
Members have also had the opportunity to network with their peers,
raise funds for TruckPAC and serve their community. Last September,
ELC hosted a PAC dinner in Houston where five legislators were in
attendance. The ELC also held a toy drive in December to collect toys
for Operation Homefront, benefitting children of deployed soldiers,
and Operation Blue Santa, benefitting children in the Austin
community. But it’s not all business. Members enjoyed visiting
at receptions, dinners and even healthy competition at Top Golf.
Joining the Emerging Leaders Council
“
has proven to be a great networking
tool. It builds bonds between the
newer members, setting up the kind of
relationships necessary for a successful
association. And for me, it has been
a personal and professional growing
experience.
”
Christi Yost
Operations Manager
W.M. Dewey & Son, Inc.
TXTA EMERGING LEADERS COUNCIL
August 2013-August 2015
CHAIRMAN
Kevin West, Shippers Express Truck Lines
VICE CHAIRMAN
Brandon Woods, Refrigerated Transport
SECRETARY
Christi Yost, W. M. Dewey & Son, Inc.
TREASURER
Jessica King, Palletized Trucking Inc.
ATA STATE LIAISON
Robert Fuentes, The Fuentes Firm, P.C.
David Ainsworth Jr., Ainsworth Trucking
Kirsten Barringer, Virtual Financial Services
Wynne Breeden Jr., K.L. Breeden & Sons
Tucker Briscoe, Willis Permian Movers
Clayton Cavell, Baldwin & Lyons, Inc.
Stephen Dennis, Strasburger & Price
Joe David Garza, Spirit Truck Lines
Ernesto Gaytan Jr., Super Transport
International
Michael McDonald, Warriner &
Associates Insurance
Austin McDowell, W. M. Dewey & Son, Inc.
David Price, United Petroleum
Transports
Krisha Sanchez, Drivers Legal Plan
Warren Smith, Amsco Transportation
Jennafer Sutton, Empire Truck Lines
Jay Tanet, Kemco Resources, Inc.
Houston Walker, J.H. Walker Trucking
Joe Walker, J.H. Walker Trucking
Timmy Yeary, Cline Wood
NOMINATIONS
Being a
“
member of
ELC makes
me a better
employee and
supervisor by
allowing me to
meet and talk
with people
my age in my industry. I can learn
how they may handle a situation
differently than I might. Or they
may offer up solutions that I may
not have even considered.
”
Brandon Woods
Vice President
Refrigerated Transport, Inc.
Nominations for the Class of 2017 will be accepted through May 15,
2015. Nominees will be notified by June 26 and the new class will
be announced at Annual Conference this summer: August 4-6 at the
Hyatt Lost Pines in Bastrop, Texas. The inaugural meeting of the
ELC Class of 2017 will also occur at the Annual Conference.
Nominations will be reviewed by the outgoing ELC officers, TXTA
chairman and TXTA president and CEO. Membership will be
capped at 25 members. The recommended enrollment age is 40 and
under. There are a limited number of positions available for allied
members. The ratio of carrier to allied members must remain 60:40
or greater-in favor of carrier members.
Members will be responsible for a membership fee of $250 per
year ($500 total) to offset costs of guest speakers, group meals and
group outings. They must attend at least four of six annual meetings
to maintain membership status.
After graduating from ELC, graduates may continue to attend all
ELC meetings and social outings, but will not be able to vote in ELC
officer elections nor will they be required to attend a minimum
number of meetings.
To submit a nomination, send a completed
application, letter of recommendation from
a direct supervisor or company executive
and nominee’s professional resume to Kelly
Crow, communications director:
kelly@texastrucking.
Nominations must be received by May 15.
For more information, please contact
Kelly Crow: 512.478.2541 x104
TXTA Emerging Leaders Council works to identify and cultivate
the next generation of transportation leaders in Texas through
professional development and peer networking opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS:
• Employed by TXTA member company
• Nomination submitted by direct supervisor or company executive
• Commitment to attend four of six scheduled meetings
• Payment of $250/year enrollment fee ($500 total)
The suggested application age is 40 and under.
Nomination Form
NOMINEE INFORMATION
Name:
Company:
Date of Birth:
Recommended applicant age is 40 and under
Title:
Address:
City:
State:
Phone: E-mail:
ZIP:
Length of Time With Current Company:
Nominee - Please include a current professional resume with this form.
QUALIFIED NOMINATOR INFORMATION
A nomination is considered valid if it is submitted by a direct supervisor or executive of a TXTA member company.
Name:
Title:
Phone:
E-mail:
Nominator - Please submit a letter of recommendation with this form.
Include descriptions and assessments of the nominee’s:
• Professional Achievements - Significant business accomplishments, educational achievements,
past distinctions and awards
• Qualifications and Potential in the Trucking Industry
• Leadership Abilities and Leadership Experience
By nominating this candidate, I acknowledge my company is committing to provide any
assistance necessary to ensure his or her completion of the program which may include payment
of enrollment fee, payment of travel costs to attend required meetings and approval of time off to
attend meetings during the work week.
Signature:
Date:
Nominations should be mailed to the TXTA office: 700 E. 11th Street Austin, TX 78701
or e-mail to [email protected]. For additional information, contact TXTA at 800.727.7135.