EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF TRUCKING & SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONALS
Through education, partnerships, and celebration, NGT is transforming trucking and supply chain industries into careers of choice for the next generation.
EMPOWERING THE NEXT GENERATION OF TRUCKING & SUPPLY CHAIN PROFESSIONALS
Through education, partnerships, and celebration, NGT is transforming trucking and supply chain industries into careers of choice for the next generation.
YOUR ROAD TO THE FUTURE
The Next Generation in Trucking Association promotes careers in the trucking industry, builds and enhances school-based training programs, connects tomorrow’s workforce with today’s employers, and celebrates achievements across trucking — all to support a professional, skilled, and diverse supply chain.
OUR MISSION
DRIVING THE NEXT GENERATION OF TRUCKING INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS
Promote Trucking Careers
We work to highlight the trucking industry as an exciting and rewarding career path, showcasing the diverse opportunities available and inspiring the next generation to join the workforce.
Build and Enhance Training Programs
By partnering with schools, colleges, and industry leaders, we create and support innovative education and training programs that equip students with the skills they need to succeed in trucking and logistics.
Connect Tomorrow’s Workforce to Today’s Employers
We bridge the gap between young talent and industry employers, fostering meaningful connections that lead to job placements and fulfilling careers in trucking.
Celebrate Achievements Across Trucking
We recognize and honor the accomplishments of students, young professionals, and companies, highlighting their contributions to the growth and innovation of the trucking industry.
Thank You to Our Champion Members!
Start Your Journey
Students
Explore Careers in Trucking
Learn how to start a career in trucking, from driving and logistics to diesel technology.
Educators
Bring Trucking to Your School
Get guidance on starting or enhancing trucking programs and request industry partnerships.
Workforce Partners
Recruit the Next Generation
Access tools and strategies to attract, train, and retain young talent in your organization.
Resources
Explore Tools and Insights
Access downloadable educational materials, industry insights, podcasts, newsletters, and more.
NEXT GEN STUDENT SPOTLIGHT
🌟 May Student of the Month: Robert “Bo” Baumgartner
🌟 April Student of the Month: Jessica McDonald
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🎉 Five years ago, a vision became a movement.
This month, we’re celebrating 5 years of Next Generation in Trucking and the incredible progress that’s been made to inspire the next generation of transportation professionals.
What started as an idea has grown into a nationwide network of educators, industry leaders, schools, and supporters working together to introduce students to rewarding careers in trucking. From classrooms and simulators to conferences, scholarships, and industry partnerships, every milestone represents lives impacted and futures changed.
To everyone who has believed in this mission, championed transportation education, and helped open doors for student, thank you. Your support has made these first five years unforgettable.
Here’s to continuing to educate, inspire, and drive the future of our industry for many years to come. 🚛
#NextGenerationInTrucking #TransportationEducation #WorkforceDevelopment #CareerTech #FutureOfTrucking
🏆 2026 Career Catalyst Award Finalist: Gordon Food Service
Gordon Food Service is helping build the next generation of transportation and fleet professionals through hands-on training, education partnerships, and long-term career development.
With technician apprenticeships, tuition reimbursement, leadership programs, and strong relationships with local high schools and technical colleges, Gordon Food Service is creating real opportunities for young talent to enter the industry and grow.
Their focus on OEM training, work-based learning, and internal advancement gives emerging professionals the tools and experience needed to build successful careers in fleet maintenance, transportation, and leadership.
By investing in skill development and promoting from within, Gordon Food Service is helping strengthen the future of the industry.
Congratulations to Gordon Food Service on being recognized as a 2026 Career Catalyst Award finalist.
#CareerCatalystAwards #NextGenTrucking #WorkforceDevelopment #FleetMaintenance #TransportationCareers #FutureWorkforce
🏆 2026 Career Catalyst Award Finalist: Garner Trucking
Garner Trucking is making a strong investment in the next generation by creating opportunities for young professionals to enter, learn, and grow within the transportation industry.
Through internships, CDL training, mentorship programs, and community engagement, Garner is helping build a stronger workforce from the ground up.
Programs like their structured driver onboarding, Garner Guide mentorship initiative, and Garner Aspire leadership development program give new talent the tools, support, and experience needed to build confidence and succeed long-term.
By combining hands-on training with clear career pathways, Garner Trucking is helping shape the future of transportation one professional at a time.
Congratulations to Garner Trucking on being recognized as a 2026 Career Catalyst Award finalist.
#CareerCatalystAwards #NextGenTrucking #WorkforceDevelopment #TransportationCareers #DriverDevelopment #FutureWorkforce
🏆 2026 Career Catalyst Award Finalist: Fastport
FASTPORT is helping build the future of transportation by creating structured, scalable pathways for the next generation to enter and grow within the industry.
Through Registered Apprenticeship programs, school-to-career partnerships, and industry-led workforce initiatives, Fastport is connecting education with opportunity and making transportation careers more accessible for young professionals.
Their co-sponsored National Program Standard with the Next Generation in Trucking Association is helping open doors in trucking, diesel technology, and logistics while giving students and new workers the ability to build stackable skills that support long-term success.
By strengthening career pathways and expanding access across the industry, Fastport is making a lasting impact on the transportation workforce of tomorrow.
Congratulations to Fastport on being recognized as a 2026 Career Catalyst Award finalist.
#CareerCatalystAwards #NextGenTrucking #WorkforceDevelopment #Apprenticeships #TransportationCareers #FutureWorkforce
🎙️ NOW LIVE!
From growing up in a trucking family to leading a thriving transportation company, Marina Ivanov shares the lessons that shaped her journey, and why putting people first is the key to success.
In this episode of NGT Talks, Lindsey Trent and Marina discuss:
🚛 People-first leadership
🤝 Second-chance hiring
👩💼 Women in trucking
🅿️ Driver advocacy & workforce development
📈 The future of transportation
This is a conversation you won`t want to miss.
🎧 Listen now! Link in bio.
#NGTTalks #Trucking #Transportation #WomenInTrucking #Leadership
