The winners of the FTA everywoman in Transport and Logistics Awards for 2014 were announced at a ceremony at The Savoy Hotel in London today.
The seven winners were recognised as inspirational role models, said everywoman co-founder Maxine Benson MBE, in attracting more women to the transport and logistics industry.
FTA chief executive Theo de Pencier said: “These prestigious awards acknowledge the work of women in the industry, and showcase how others can make a career in transport a successful and fulfilling one. We are pleased to encourage forward thinking companies that are committed to introducing diversity to the freight industry.”
The winners in full are:
Woman of the Year award – sponsored by FTA
Jane Curl-Carter, Site Manager, DHL Tradeteam
Director of the Year – sponsored by Asda Stores
Anna Whitty, CEO, ECT Charity
Driver of the Year Award – sponsored by TNT Express
Rachel Garlick, HGV Driver, DHL Homebase
Innovation and Sustainability Award – sponsored by DHL Supply Chain
Karen Jacques, Chief Operating Officer, Dryad Maritime
Rising Star Award – sponsored by Wincanton
Anna Kozlowska CMILT, Managing Director, Myway Enterprises,
Team Leader of the Year - sponsored by MAN Truck & Bus UK
Simone Fogg, General Manager, Sainsbury’s Supermarkets
Warehousing Award – sponsored by DHL Supply Chain
Claire Morrissy, Deputy Distribution Centre Manager, Tesco
Industry Champion Award – sponsored by Motor Transport
Sharon Davies, Senior Director, Corporate Affairs, DHL UK & Ireland