Splinter reflects on cancer, HR challenges

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Angela Splinter, the chief executive officer of Trucking HR Canada, didn’t begin by talking about cancer. When she took to the podium of the organization’s annual Women with Drive leadership summit, she focused specifically on human resources challenges. The labor shortage in trucking is real, she said, referring to an intensifying capacity crunch. “There is a limited supply of quality talent available.” But where 48% of Canada’s workforce includes women, they represent around 3% of drivers and technicians.

TTSAO announces a ‘Touch a Truck’ hiring event for adults

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – The Truck Training Schools Association of Ontario (TTSAO) is trying to drive more people into the industry by hosting a “touch a truck” event for adults. The group announced the event and sought marketing ideas for it during the carrier group townhall meeting at their annual conference. The event – to be held in Mississauga, Ont. On May 26 – will be a hiring event focused on bringing in employees to all areas of the industry, not just drivers.

Orr, Hinz to take the helm at CFI

JOPLIN, MO – Greg Orr will be taking the helm at CFI. The full-truckload carrier and division of TFI International promoted Orr today, while moving Michael Hinz into the role of senior vice president of sales & operations. “Greg has been the driving force behind many of our recent accomplishments, and bringing Michael to CFI further supports our efforts to create a world class leadership team,” stated Greg Rumble, Chief Financial Officer of TFI.

Ridge named VP at CFI

JOPLIN, MO – CFI, a truckload carrier that’s a division of TFI International, has named Angela Ridge as vice president – human resources. She will report to Tim Staroba, CFI’s…

Gallagher appointed president at Jake

BLOOMFIELD, CN - Dennis Gallagher is the new president at manufacturer Jacobs Vehicle Systems (JVS). Gallagher will direct all facets of JVS's global operations while meeting JVS's short- and long-term strategic initiatives. "We are confident that Dennis will bring a combination of keen business acumen and strong leadership skills to our organization," stated Pat Murphy, senior vice president, fortive automation and specialty and sensing technologies.

Bradley to join Titanium Board

BOLTON, ON - Titanium Transportation Group has appointed David Bradley to its board as an independent director. Bradley, outgoing president and CEO of the Ontario Trucking Association and the Canadian Trucking Alliance, will assume the new role on Jan. 1, where he will be joining the company's audit committee. A significant presence in the trucking industry for more than three decades, Bradley was responsible for leading key initiatives including the introduction of mandatory speed limiter activation, a universal electronic logging device (ELD) mandate, and mandatory entry level training (MELT) for truck drivers.

Celadon continues to refinance, replace personnel

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - Embattled Celadon Group is adding more changes in its efforts to refocus amid an investigation by the Secuurities and Exchange Commission in the United States. The group made tow announcements last week including the appointment of Vincent Donargo as the new vice president and Chief Accounting Officer, effective Nov. 30. Celadon said Donargo brings with him over 30 years of accounting and financial leadership experience, including serving as the executive vice president and chief financial officer of Beaulieu Group, a North American carpet and flooring manufacturing company, before taking on his new position.

Adding ELDs make for happier drivers: Omnitracs panel

TORONTO, ON - Investing in new technologies, including Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs), is the key to creating safe, efficient companies that attract both customers and new drivers, speakers at an Omnitracs panel said last week.

Atlas Van Lines names new president

EVANSVILLE, IN - Atlas Van Lines announced a new president and chief operating officer (COO). The division of Atlas World Group named Joe Stackhouse to the role Tuesday. Stackhouse comes to Atlas with a 30-year background in the telecommunications industry, including senior leadership positions with AT&T, Comcast Corporation, and Charter Communications. He most recently served as the president and COO of American Utility Management in Chicago.

IN PRINT: Brenda Cuthbert collecting hardware for the softer side of the trucking industry

Brenda Cuthbert never planned to work in the trucking industry. But the vice president of human resources at Siemens Transportation Group and this year's winner of the Trucking HR Canada Top Fleet Employers HR Leader Award - and the first woman in 80 years to win the Saskatchewan Trucking Association's Service to Industry Award - knew right away that she and her longstanding employer were a fit. "It was the funniest interview," she recalls of the first day with Siemens Transportation Group owner Erwen Siemens, about 28 years ago. "It was all about family, and he showed me the whole company within the first half hour."

Bandag announces new director

NASHVILLE, TN - Bridgestone Americas is welcoming LaTres Jarrett as the new director of marketing at Bandag, its line dedicated to the research, development, and manufacturing of premium retreads.

Cervus announces CFO retirement

CALGARY, AB - Randy Muth is leaving Cervus Equipment. The Chief Financial Officer for the authorized service centers and dealerships will retire at the end of the year. With the announcement of Muth's retirement after 13 years with Cervus, the company also appointed Adam Lowther to be his replacement. Currently the director of finance for Cervus, Lowther will assume the new role Jan. 1, 2018.

Ridewell appoints Canadian sales manager

SPRINGFIELD, MO - Ridewell suspensions has named a new Canadian Sales Manager. Steve Lachance will be taking over the spot, overseeing sales for the whole country.

Transcourt welcomes new director

OAKVILLE, ON - Transcourt Tank Leasing has a new director of business development for Ontario and Manitoba. The tanker rental and leasing company announced this week Michael Trianos has been appointed to the role.

BCTA names Earle as president/ CEO

LANGLEY, BC - The British Columbia Trucking Association (BCTA) will begin the new year with a new president and Chief Executive Officer. The association announced Dave Earle will assume the role on Jan. 8, 2018. In the role he will be responsible for the overall management and direction of the provincial association, as well as promoting its interests and the interests of members with governments, the business community, and the public.