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Landstar has been named to the 2026 “Elite 30” by Redefining the Road, the official magazine of the Women In Trucking Association (WIT), recognizing it as one of the Top Companies for Women to Work in Trucking.
Chris Schewe, Landstar Vice President of Agent Development, accepted the award on the company’s behalf at the Women In Trucking Accelerate! Conference & Expo in Dallas, Texas.
Landstar was one of 30 companies selected for the “Elite 30” from among 106 companies recognized. The honor marks the company’s third consecutive year of recognition. More than 18,000 industry professionals cast votes, according to the publication.
Companies were evaluated based on several criteria demonstrating their commitment to creating supportive workplaces and career opportunities for women, including:
Corporate cultures that foster gender diversity
Competitive compensation and benefits
Flexible hours and work requirements
Professional development opportunities
Career advancement opportunities
“Being recognized as one of the Top Companies for Women to Work in Trucking reflects a genuine, organization-wide commitment to creating a workplace where women can build meaningful, successful careers,” said Brian Everett, group publisher and editorial director of Redefining the Road.
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