Empowering Female Drivers:
The Essence of Bennett’s Program

Bennett’s Women in the Driver’s Seat Program recognizes the many accomplishments of the women who drive our success. It is comprised of seasoned female drivers across Bennett’s business units who flourish in their own businesses as our fleet owners, independent contractors, and or owner/operators, and have the desire to pay it forward and share their breadth of knowledge and stories.

Mission Statement

Women in the Driver’s Seat is dedicated to supporting each and every woman in transportation. We encourage our female workforce by promoting the advancement of women in a predominantly male-driven industry. We hope to enrich the quality of life for all women and fulfill our civic and social responsibility in the communities we serve.

Our Vision

We are committed to recruiting women, increasing awareness for women drivers, recognizing our female workforce, and raising money to assist our drivers and employees.

Women in Trucking

Visit Women in Trucking to learn more about the organization.

About the Women in the Driver’s Seat Program

Women in our program receive:

Free 1-Year Membership In Women in Trucking

All of Bennett’s new women drivers can be enrolled in the for a free 1-year membership in Women in Trucking Association a non-profit organization that supports women in the trucking industry if you elect. See the many benefits listed below.

  • Paid subscription to WIT e-News weekly e-newsletter
  • Paid subscription to Redefining the Road magazine (print or digital version)
  • Discounted registration to annual Accelerate! Conference & Expo
  • Invitation to important receptions and events such as the Salute to Women Behind the Wheel each spring at the Mid-America Trucking Show in Louisville, Ky.
  • Networking events at in-person events as well as virtually through the WIT Engage platform (where you can ask questions, jump-start relevant conversations, etc.), Facebook group, LinkedIn, and other social media
  • Mentoring opportunities
  • Many more…
  • Click the link below to see all the benefits.

Visit Women in Trucking  to learn more about the organization.

Benefits for Our Female Drivers
  • An opportunity to be nominated for our annual Woman Driver of Excellence Award
  • Apparel and accessories
  • Opportunities to attend industry events
  • Women in the Driver’s Seat Awards Ceremony during the Annual Health Fair and Driver Appreciation Celebration
  • Ongoing communication, support, and encouragement
  • Networking opportunities to build and foster new relationships with other women at Bennett and in our industry

Women in the Driver's Seat Advisory Board

In 2023 Bennett created the WIDS Advisory Board. One of the first tasks for the board was to establish a crest to become visible to support and network with other women drivers. The board aptly adopted the name Steel Magnolias. 

These ladies and other women drivers who display this shield encourage you to reach out to them if you need support or if you are interested in becoming a Bennett Driver. All other requests or needs to this board can be made by emailing: [email protected].

WIDS Advisory Board Crest

Woman Driver of Excellence Awards

With more and more women choosing a career in the transportation and logistics industry, we want to recognize those women who chose Bennett and who have made a significant impact on the industry and in their communities.

The Bennett Woman Driver of Excellence Award is presented annually to women drivers who exemplify all drivers, especially Bennett women drivers, in a positive way. The Bennett Woman Driver of Excellence can be a solo driver or a team driver from any of Bennett’s divisions. She is proud of her job and she performs her duties safely and well with her goal to provide Bennett customers with the best quality service.

We presented winners for the 2023 Woman Driver of Excellence Awards in September. Visit the 2023 winners below to learn more about them.

Woman Driver of Excellence Award

2023 Women of Excellence Winners

2023 Women in the driver’s seat excellence Award Winners.

Anna Guzman

BOSS Crane & Rigging

Alisha Thomas

ROADMASTERS

Ann Alborano

Bennett Motor Express

Colleen Allen

Bennett DriveAway (RV Division)

Gracie McMillian

American Eagle

Kayla DeLeon

Bennett Truck Transport

Lisa Mott

Bennett Heavy & Specialized

Michaela Hanna

Bennett DriveAway

Robin Smith

Bennett DriveAway (Power Only)

Violet Helferich

ACE DORAN

Award Winners

WIDS
September 11, 2023

Drivers & Women of Excellence 2023 Award Winners

Today, we honor our 2023 Drivers & Women of Excellence award recipients. We value our drivers/employees and take pride in celebrating them during our annual Drivers Appreciation event. 2023 has been an extraordinary year and these women have performed with the highest levels of professionalism and represent the best in the industry. Please take a few moments to watch as Marcia Taylor, CEO of Bennett Family of Companies presents the winners with their awards in a virtual format.
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September 13, 2022

Drivers & Women Of Excellence 2022 Award Winners

oday, we honor our 2022 Drivers & Women of Excellence award recipients. We value our drivers/employees and take pride in celebrating them during our annual Drivers Appreciation event. 2022 has been an extraordinary year and these women have performed with the highest levels of professionalism and represent the best in the industry. Please take a few moments to watch as Marcia Taylor, CEO of Bennett Family of Companies presents the winners with their awards in a virtual format.
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September 8, 2021

Women Drivers of Excellence 2021 Award Winners

Today, we honor our 2021 Women Drivers of Excellence award recipients. We value our drivers and take pride in celebrating them during our annual Drivers Appreciation event. 2021 has been an extraordinary year and these drivers have performed with the highest levels of professionalism and represent the best in the industry. This year, due to COVID-19, we celebrate differently than we have in past years. Please take a few moments to watch as Marcia Taylor, CEO and President of Bennett Family of Companies presents the winners with their awards in a virtual format.
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September 15, 2020

Women Drivers of Excellence 2020 Award Winners

Today, we honor our 2020 Women Drivers of Excellence award recipients. We value our drivers and take pride in celebrating them during our annual Drivers Appreciation event. 2020 has been an extraordinary year and these drivers have performed with the highest levels of professionalism and represent the best in the industry. This year, due to COVID-19, we celebrate differently than we have in past years. Please take a few moments to watch as Marcia Taylor, CEO and President of Bennett Family of Companies presents the winners with their awards in a virtual format.
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September 16, 2019

Vallerie Hayden – 2019 Recipient

Vallerie Hayden got into driving because of her husband, Harold. He drove for five years and she enjoyed going with him. After raising their children, she started driving with Harold as a team driver. They have been driving together for the last 13 years and have been married for 43 years.
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