Hear from State Association Executives regarding their journey into the trucking industry and how the next generation can gain insights and build meaningful connections to create a stronger future. The panel will discuss the following:

  • Career journey and how they reached their current role
  • Key lessons learned and leadership insights
  • Proudest accomplishments
  • What’s ahead for you and your association
  • The importance of engagement at the state level

Speakers

Alix Miller
Alix Miller
President and CEO, Florida Trucking Association

Alix Miller is the President and CEO of Florida Trucking Association, the sole state liaison between the trucking industry and the legislative, regulatory and judicial branches of state and federal government. 

Sheri Call
Sheri Call
President & CEO, Washington Trucking Associations

Sheri Call, employed by the Washington Trucking Associations since 2001, currently serves as the organizations President & CEO; a position she has held since 2016. She has a dual role; both managing the Association and performing its lobby functions.

Kendra Hems
Kendra Hems
President, New York State Motor Truck Association

Kendra Hems has been serving as President of the New York State Motor Truck Association since 2008.

Bill Reese
Bill Reese
Director of Hazardous Materials Programs, CVSA

Bill Reese began his career with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) in January 2017, as the Director of Hazardous Materials Programs. He spent over 30 years with the Idaho State Police (ISP), retiring in December 2016 as an Operations Major. 

Sue Lawless
Sue Lawless
Partner, Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary

Sue Lawless is an experienced legal and executive expert in transportation safety policy. She is a partner at Scopelitis, Garvin, Light, Hanson & Feary, PC helping lead the Firm’s DOT Safety practice. 

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