Author: Mallory Kennedy

August 26th is National Dog Day—and we’re giving a shoutout to the four-legged copilots who make life on the road a little less lonely. From loyal companions to early warning systems, trucker dogs bring comfort, protection, and a touch of home to long hauls across the country.

To all the pups keeping drivers company on the road—thank you for riding shotgun, mile after mile. Show us your rig-riding best friend!

#NationalDogDay #TruckerDogs #LifeOnTheRoad #FurryCopilot #TruckingCommunity #DogsOfTrucking #RideWithPrideAndPaws

We’d like to recognize and thank our Director of Operations; Brandon White, for his service on the Texas Trucking Association’s Emerging Leaders Council (ELC). At last month’s TXTA Annual Conference, Brandon wrapped up his term as an ELC Officer—having spent the last few years helping shape and support the future of trucking leadership in Texas as the Vice Chairman – Allied.

From Brandon:

“Serving on the ELC with TXTA has been a true honor. I had the opportunity to represent my community at our State Capitol, speak with legislators in Washington, D.C., and collaborate with classmates who are advancing our industry in new ways every day.

Thank you to Konor Swedberg, our Chairman; David Serach, Vice Chair – Carrier; Secretary Autumn Owen; Treasurers Tricia Parker and Mike Razniewski; Recruiting Chair Ryan Koons; and Educational Outreach Chair Phil Baxter. It’s been a privilege to work alongside each of you.”

We’re proud of Brandon’s dedication to mentorship, advocacy, and forward-thinking leadership, both within Lee Trans and across the industry.

#TXTA #EmergingLeadersCouncil #TruckingLeadership #IndustryAdvocacy #FutureOfTrucking

This week our Consulting and Business Development Team attended the Texas Trucking Association’s East Texas Chapter meeting in Tyler Texas. Big thank you to Tra Williams of FleetForce for presenting some great information on the greying out of the transportation workforce, and the effectively train the next generation of drivers!

We also had the opportunity to connect with our friends at the Texas Logging Council; an incredible group dedicated to the preservation of our region’s wood-based economy and their legislative efforts.

Brake Safety Week is coming August 25–31. The CVSA will be conducting roadside inspections with an emphasis on brake system performance. Now’s the time to prepare your fleet—routine inspections, maintenance, and recordkeeping matter more than ever.

Did you know Lee Trans partners with fleetkeep to offer our clients preventative maintenance tracking for their fleet? Let us know how we can help your team prepare for Brake Safety Week and beyond!

#BrakeSafetyWeek #CVSA #FleetMaintenance #DOTCompliance #BrakeCheck

Please join us in congratulating Delia Easterling for being named this month’s Clean Desk Award recipient! From our Director of Administration, Dawn Davis: “Delia always has a smile on her face and is willing to lend a helping hand to others.”

#employeerecognition

This National Non-Profit Day, we’re proud to recognize and support organizations making a meaningful impact—both in the trucking industry and beyond.

Groups like Truckers Against Trafficking, Convoy of Hope, and Midwest Food Bank remind us of the power of purpose-driven partnerships. Whether it’s raising awareness, delivering relief, or fighting exploitation, their missions move lives forward every day.

We’re honored to stand alongside them in building safer, stronger communities—on and off the road.

#NationalNonprofitDay #TruckersAgainstTrafficking #ConvoyOfHope #MidwestFoodBank #IndustryWithHeart #TruckingCommunity #GiveBackAndDriveForward

Congratulations to our August Employee of the Month, Ryan McConnell! Ryan has been with Lee Trans for 11 years, serving in our IT Department. From our Director of Administration, Dawn Davis: “Ryan is humble, kind, talented and dedicated to the mission of Lee Trans. We are proud to honor you, Ryan!”

#employeespotlight

August is National Traffic Awareness Month—a reminder that every driver plays a role in roadway safety. For fleets, it’s a good time to revisit policies, reinforce safe driving practices, and check in with your teams. From distracted driving to proper following distances, awareness saves lives.

Did you know Lee Trans offers consulting services with policy review and development? Let us know how we can help your team put safety at the forefront!

#TrafficAwarenessMonth #DriverSafety #FleetSafety

Please join us in celebrating some employee milestones this month!

Last week, our Directors of Operations and Special Projects—Brandon White and Justin Sowell—attended the Texas Trucking Association’s Annual Conference in Austin, Texas.

Lee Trans has proudly supported TXTA and the Foundation since 1989, and we remain committed to advancing the shared values of safety, education, and advocacy across the industry.

We’re grateful for the connections made, the conversations had, and the opportunity to stand alongside others working to keep Texas trucking strong.

#TexasTrucking #IndustryLeadership #FleetSafety #AdvancingTruckingTogether