The shortlist for the FTA everywoman in Transport and Logistics awards has been announced ahead of next month’s ceremony.
Now in its ninth year (last year's winners are pictured above), the event celebrates the achievements of women from across the transport industry.
The shortlist of 22 finalists includes representatives from leading haulage companies such as Wincanton, XPO Logistics and TNT UK.
David Wells, chief executive of the event’s title partner FTA, said: “Women are essential in every aspect of the UK logistics and supply chains – from drivers and warehouse staff, to transport managers and managing directors.
“It is essential that the logistics industry is able to access a wide talent pool, to meet its need for good quality staff at every level.
Everywoman co-founder Maxine Benson added: “Today’s announcement comes as the transport industry seeks to enhance its image as one that offers exciting opportunities to all women, from young women entering the workforce to those returning after a career break.
“This year’s finalists are the role models who demonstrate the industry is open to all backgrounds and skill-sets and that it welcomes talented and ambitious women. We know these finalists will inspire others to follow in their footsteps.”
The awards will be announced at a lunch event at the Park Lane Hilton on 26 May.
Shortlist:
Rising Star of the Year Award
Rachel Beckett, Coaching Team Leader, Brighton & Hove Bus and Coach Company
Jodie Hartley, Transport Operations Manager, Yodel
Amy McNamara, Transport FLM, DHL Primark
Driver of the Year Award
Amiee Leeson, HGV Driver, XPO Logistics
Kirsty Sando, Driver Manager, Heathrow Express
Loretta Taylor, PCV Driver, Oxford Bus Company
The Warehousing Award
Emma Buckley, Lead Team Manager, Wincanton
Lynsey McIntosh, Operations Director, Oakland International
Helen Page, Team Manager, Mondelez
Innovation & Sustainability Award
Rebecca Crow, Customer Experience Advisor, FedEx Express
Jennifer Henderson, Tunnels and Major Projects Engineer, Transport for London
Katherine Trauth, Manager, LNG Marine Fuel Projects, Shell
Team Leader of the Year Award
Wendy Findlay, Fleet Support Engineer, First Glasgow
Caroline Rose, Head of Regional Operations, TNT Express
Hannah Self, General Manager, Go-Ahead London
Claire Wright, Shipping & Maritime Business Economics Manager, Shell
Leader of the Year Award – sponsored by Asda Logistics Services:
Samantha Earl, General Manager, Pertemps Driver Training
Kathryn Lewis, Operations Director, Advanced Supply Chain
Louise Whitehouse, Head of Ground Operations, TNT UK
Industry Champion of the Year Award:
Jo Field, Head of Campaigns, Communications and Engagement, Transport for London
Jean Gowin, Managing Director, Jeanius Consulting Limited
Dana Skelley OBE, Director of Asset Management, Transport for London
