Elevate TCA – Leadership Program

Designed to connect and develop the next generation of leaders in the truckload industry. This program provides young professionals with valuable opportunities to learn, collaborate, and grow through mentorship, skill-building sessions, and industry networking. Participants will engage in a mix of in-person meetings at TCA events and virtual sessions throughout the year, gaining practical insights and professional connections that drive career success.

Take the next step in your leadership journey — apply today to join the 2026 class. Space is limited.

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2026 Timeline

Applications Open – November 5, 2025

Applications Close – December 10, 2025

Elevate Class Notified of Acceptance – January 5, 2026

Presentation of 2026 Class – February 28, 2026 at TCA Annual Convention

Eligibility

Applicants must be 41 or under on 3/1/2026
Employee of TCA member company
Applicants must have supervisor approval to participate
Must be able to attend in-person and virtual events
$250 fee for those selected to program

Program Format

The 12-month program will include a mix of in-person and virtual events. Participants will attend key TCA gatherings, including the 2026 & 2027 Annual Convention, Safety & Security Meeting, and Call on Washington. (Please refer to the application for specific in-person dates and registration costs.)
Virtual sessions will be held monthly starting in March 2026, alternating between professional development topics and peer discussions.
Additional professional development work will be required, including participation in TCA Certification Programs, the TCA Executive Leadership Series, and a TCA Elevate Class Project.

Application Details

Only one applicant per company will be selected; however, multiple nominations are welcome.
The program will include a mix of for-hire carriers and associate members, with no more than 30% of participants representing associate members.
The selection process will be based on a scoring system that considers industry experience, well-roundedness, interest in professional development, ability to attend program events, and the strength of the nomination recommendation.

Meet the 2025 Elevate Class

Abby Ryan, CFO
Crawford Trucking

Abigail Snively, On-Highway Account Executive
Cummins Inc.

Addison Stout, Optimal Solutions Specialist
Grand Island Express

Bo Sharp, Customer Sales and Freight Planning Manager
Sharp Transportation Inc.

Cameron Pace, Sr. Director of Operations
Cowan Systems, LLC

David Wheeler, Transportation Safety Director
MCK Trucking, Inc.

Delaney Rae, Project Manager
Drivers Legal Plan

Jackie Labby, Director of People Operations
Trailiner Corp.

Kendall Glover, Director of Client Relations
Focus Solutions Inc.

Kennedy Alvarez, Director of Digital Marketing
Melton Truck Lines

Matt Richardson, Vice President
KRTS Transportation Specialists, Inc.

Reagan Seymour, Business Development Manager
Kriska Holding Limited

Samuel Messick, Manager of Fuel Strategies/Senior Analyst
Prime, Inc.

Scott Hill, Director of Sales
Hill Brothers Transportation

TJ Bennett, Operational Safety Support Supervisor
RE Garrison Trucking, Inc.

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Questions?

Please reach out to TCA’s Erica Bledsoe with any questions about the Elevate program.

Erica Bledsoe
Membership Engagement Manager
[email protected]
(571) 444-0314