Next Gen Trucking Talk with Lindsey Trent
The Next Gen Trucking Association is a membership-based advocacy group solely dedicated to advancing the trucking industry as a career choice for the next generation through nationwide education and awareness initiatives. As a leading national nonprofit trade association, Next Gen Trucking Association (NGT) inspires, educates, and provides resources for young people and schools and promotes opportunities within the trucking industry. This podcast is all about steering the next generation towards careers in trucking. Who is doing it, how, and best practices. For more information contact Lindsey Trent at info@nextgentrucking.org.
Next Gen Trucking Talk with Lindsey Trent
Mee Hee Smith - Early Talent Manager - XPO
In this episode, Lindsey talks with Mee Hee Smith, Early Career Manager at XPO. Mee Hee discusses her background and the role she plays in the company, explaining that XPO created her position to focus on talent pipelining and building strong partnerships with local communities. She highlights the importance of workforce boards and their involvement in training programs for the trucking industry. Mee Hee also shares the success of XPO’s internship program and the company’s efforts to retain talent through initiatives like "Grow at XPO," a talent management program designed to support employee development.
XPO recently made a significant impact at the National Truck Driver Championship (NTDC), sending 41 drivers, the largest number in the company’s history. With a fleet of over 13,000 drivers, XPO invests heavily in its workforce, providing training opportunities like tuition reimbursement and hosting events such as their upcoming Master Tech Competition, where 20 technicians will compete for a grand prize of $5,000. Creating a strong company culture is a key focus for XPO, especially in attracting younger generations. They are actively engaging with communities, offering tours of their facilities, and fostering relationships with local schools to raise awareness about careers in trucking. Over the next five years, XPO aims to be the talent magnet of the industry, continuing to innovate and build partnerships to ensure a robust pipeline of diverse talent. By connecting with K-12 education systems and community partners, XPO hopes to inspire future generations to pursue rewarding careers in the trucking industry.
www.xpo.com
https://www.xpo.com/work-with-us/
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Mee Hee Smith - https://www.linkedin.com/in/meeheesmith/
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