TACOMA,
Wash., Sept. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- TrueBlue
(NYSE: TBI), a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions,
and Centerline Drivers, a TrueBlue company and one of the nation's
most experienced, reliable, and respected partners in the
transportation business, celebrated its fourth annual "Respect the
Drive Month" to recognize the important contributions of truck
drivers nationwide. The company also introduced a customer awards
program to acknowledge companies that support the trucking
industry.
Centerline created "Respect the Drive Month" to honor the work
of truck drivers, an effort that has gained urgency as the industry
faces a driver shortage of roughly 60,000 drivers according to the
American Trucking Association. Centerline's State of Trucking 2024
survey echoed these challenges, revealing that nearly 25% of
drivers reported feeling underappreciated as a key reason for
seeking a new profession this year.
"Our drivers are the heartbeat of our organization—delivering
excellence mile after mile. Their dedication, skill, and unwavering
commitment keep our business moving forward and our customers
smiling," said Jill Quinn, President
of Centerline Drivers. "We don't just appreciate our drivers –
through Respect the Drive, we celebrate them this month and every
day for the incredible work they do. They truly are the unsung
heroes of the economy."
During this year's observance, Centerline introduced the Respect
the Drive Customer Awards program. The initiative features multiple
award categories to recognize companies that demonstrate leadership
in safety, inclusivity, and fostering a positive culture for
drivers. Categories include:
- Open Road Award: Recognizing efforts to make the
industry more inclusive.
- Driver Culture Award: Celebrating companies that
prioritize a supportive environment for drivers.
- Safety Award: Honoring those committed to ongoing driver
safety and training.
- Respect the Drive Award: The highest honor, encompassing
all aspects of safety, inclusivity, and culture.
Centerline is dedicated to celebrating the hard work and
achievements of its drivers year-round. Through programs like
Respect the Drive, the company continues to recognize drivers'
dedication, loyalty, and the vital role they play in supporting its
customers.
About TrueBlue
TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI) is a leading provider of specialized workforce
solutions that help clients achieve business growth and improve
productivity. In 2023, TrueBlue served 67,000 clients and
connected approximately 464,000 people to work. Its PeopleReady
segment offers on-demand, industrial staffing; PeopleScout offers
recruitment process outsourcing (RPO) and managed service provider
(MSP) solutions to a wide variety of industries; PeopleManagement
offers contingent, on-site industrial staffing and commercial
driver services. Learn more at trueblue.com.
About Centerline Drivers
Centerline Drivers connects
over 4,500 drivers annually with Fortune 1000 and mid-sized
companies. Centerline has been delivering superior staffing service
to fleet operators and good jobs to qualified drivers since its
founding in 1975. It offers nationwide coverage from a network of
branches in 40 U.S. markets and a centralized service operation.
Centerline is part of TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI), a global leader in
specialized workforce solutions that help clients achieve business
growth and improve productivity. Centerline was named a top
workplace for women to work by Women in Trucking in 2019-2023 and a
Top Workplace by Energage in 2021 and 2022. Learn more
at centerlinedrivers.com.
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