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SEARCHThe Truckload Carriers Association is on the hunt for a new president with the announcement that TCA President Jim Ward will retire in the coming months.
Before taking the reins at TCA in 2022, Jim Ward was with truckload carrier D.M. Bowman for more than 20 years.
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The Truckload Carriers Association announced that President Jim Ward will retire in the coming months. A search has been launched to find a successor.
Since becoming TCA president in 2022, according to the announcement, Ward has played a role in strengthening the association’s influence, expanding its programs, and deepening its engagement with members.
Ward succeeded TCA President John Lyboldt, who retired in 2022. At the time, Ward was the president and chairman of TCA member D.M. Bowman.
“This decision has been in the works for some time, and I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished together,” said Ward. “TCA is strong, its future is bright, and I look forward to watching the association continue to grow and flourish in the years ahead.”
TCA has established a search committee tasked with identifying Ward’s successor. The committee is committed to selecting a leader who will carry forward TCA’s mission and values, while advancing growth, strengthening relationships in Washington, and embracing innovation and technology.
“Jim’s leadership has had a lasting impact on TCA and the entire truckload industry,” said Karen Smerchek, TCA chairman and president of Veriha Trucking.
“This transition reflects the next step in a carefully considered succession plan, and we are deeply grateful for the stability and strength Jim has brought to the association.”
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Watch Jim Ward talk about solving the truck parking problem on the HDT Talks Trucking podcast.
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