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Women In Trucking names Ellen Voie as President

PLOVER, WI - Women In Trucking, a non-profit organization created to encourage the employment of women and assist in promoting a more female-friendly environment for those already in the trucking industry, has announced that former Chairwoman, Ellen Voie will now serve as the organization's President. Leigh Foxall, of Internet Truckstops, will now serve as Chairwoman; Debbi Sparks, of Truckload Carriers Association, will serve as Vice Chairwoman and Lenora Hardee, of Navistar/International Truck and Engine will now serve as Secretary/Treasurer.

"The ability to now hire a President is such a testament to our growth," said Leigh Foxall. "In a year we have grown to 1,000 members, but equally important, we are getting the support from many corporations that believe in our mission."

WIT was officially founded on March 12, 2007 as a means encourage women to consider a career 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. Membership in WIT comes in a variety of forms ranging from corporate to driver and student members.
 

To learn more about Women In Trucking please go to www.womenintrucking.org.