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Centerline also names its annual Drive It Forward Scholarship winner and Driver of the Year.
TACOMA, Wash., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- TrueBlue (NYSE: TBI), a leading provider of specialized workforce solutions, and its transportation staffing leader, Centerline Drivers, are proud to introduce the inaugural Respect the Drive Customer Awards, honoring industry-leading businesses that set the standard in safety, driver culture, and inclusivity. This new recognition program is an expansion of Centerline's long-standing commitment to celebrating excellence across the transportation industry.
Alongside this milestone, Centerline continues to invest in the future of trucking by awarding the Drive It Forward Scholarship and recognizing its Driver of the Year. These initiatives underscore the company's commitment to equipping businesses with top-tier talent and recognizing the critical role drivers play in keeping the supply chain moving.
"Centerline has a rich tradition of excellence in service, and we are proud to celebrate the industry leaders who share our commitment to safety, inclusivity, and driver support," said Jill Quinn, President of Centerline Drivers. "Our customers play an essential role in shaping the future of transportation, and through these awards, we are honoring those who go above and beyond to make a lasting impact."
Celebrating Industry Leadership: Respect the Drive Customer Awards
The Respect the Drive Customer Awards recognize organizations that champion drivers and uphold the highest standards in transportation. This new program offers four levels of distinction, celebrating customers who set the standard in inclusion, safety, and driver culture. The inaugural honorees include:
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Onyx Open Road Award (Inclusivity in the Industry): Southern Glazers
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Diamond Driver Culture Award (Driver Support & Engagement): Sugar Foods
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Sapphire Safety Award (Commitment to Safety): TA Dedicated
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Ruby Respect the Drive Award (Excellence Across All Categories): Standard Logistics
Investing in the Future: Drive It Forward Scholarship
The Drive It Forward Scholarship, now in its third year, was created in honor of Sheila Castaneda, a key member of the Centerline Drivers' leadership team and a proponent of promoting opportunities for women in trucking. The scholarship provides full tuition support to one woman every year who is entering a CDL program to pursue a career as a commercial truck driver. This year's recipient, Cienna Townson of Georgia, has already begun CDL training and represents the next generation of skilled transportation professionals.