Next Gen (NGT) is a grassroots movement started by industry and education to help raise awareness about careers in trucking and help schools create trucking programs. July will mark our one-year anniversary and through the end of this year, companies can join as FOUNDING MEMBERS. We are asking you to help spread the word during our membership drive.
“As the trucking industry continues to struggle to find and keep professional drivers there has never been a greater time to create a sustainable pipeline of young, well-trained talent. NGT's mission is to educate young people on the opportunities that the trucking industry has to offer and to assist high schools in creating truck driver training programs," said Co-Founder Dave Dein. "These high school programs will elevate the training process by incorporating the latest in training technology while providing a holistic overview of the industry with a focus on safety to ensure the graduates have long and healthy careers."
It is evident that a long-term solution to the driver dilemma is needed and we, as an industry, are capable and up to the challenge. Join us as we work together to spread the word about NGT. Please share our recent video with others in the trucking industry. You can view the video link in this newsletter, on our YouTube channel, and on Linkedin.
Cyndi Brandt, Vice President of Global Product Marketing, Pricing & Market Analysis for Solera recently joined NGT’s mission and we love what she said. “We at Solera cannot solve our customers’ greatest challenges with software alone…we must actively participate. That’s why we believe that we must join in and support unique approaches to solve the driver shortage – the number one challenge for our customers," stated Cyndi. "Next Generation in Trucking is that innovative approach by working with educational institutions to bring greater awareness and opportunities in supply chain career paths.”
Lindsey Trent
President and Co-Founder, NextGen Trucking Association
