TMSA: Your Hub for DEI+

Empower Your Business with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Why DEI Matters

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are indispensable pillars in fostering and steering success within any business or organization. At TMSA, we recognize the pivotal roles these principles play, not only for the diversity of our own organization but also in contribution to the broader transportation and logistics industry.

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Why DEI Matters

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are indispensable pillars in fostering and steering success within any business or organization. At TMSA, we recognize the pivotal roles these principles play, not only for the diversity of our own organization but also in contribution to the broader transportation and logistics industry.

TMSA Membership Benefits

As a TMSA member, you have resources at your fingertips for education, networking, and collaboration that help you and your business succeed in the area of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Here are just a few examples of membership resources:

 

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Workshops

Dive into interactive workshops designed to enhance your understanding and implementation of DEI practices specific to the transportation and logistics industry.

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Ongoing Education

Stay ahead with continued learning guided by our taskforce and industry experts. TMSA members gain access to virtual learning, ongoing education and opportunities to connect, staying updated on the latest in diversity, equity, and inclusion.

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Toolkits & Resources

TMSA offers access to comprehensive resources crafted to guide transportation and logistics professionals through practical strategies, ensuring your organization thrives in a diverse and inclusive culture.

Hear From Our Members

"I've seen the challenges and opportunities that come with navigating an industry that needs a wider range of voices at the table. The TMSA DEI taskforce knows that different backgrounds and viewpoints lead to stronger problem-solving. Logistics sales and marketing professionals have the potential to make a greater impact by tapping into the full range of talent and ideas that exist and this task force is focused on sharing those voices."

Eileen Curran | TMSA Testimonial

Eileen Curran

Odyssey Logistics

The DEI Committee is dedicated to supporting our members and the industry in enhancing their practices for hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. Every company has its unique diversity, and we believe that fostering inclusivity not only aligns with ethical values but also proves beneficial for the bottom line. This principle extends to your interactions with both customers and prospects, shaping the way they perceive your engagement with them and your internal team. 
Doug Davila | TMSA Testimonial

Doug Davila

Position : Global

One of the beautiful aspects of DEI is that there are always ways to enhance, expand, and improve. There may not be much we can control in the freight market or overall global state, but we can control how we treat one another. I could not be prouder of the TMSA DEI Taskforce and the space we have created to begin doing that work. 
 Eileen Dabrowski | TMSA Testimonial

Eileen Dabrowski

Werner Enterprises

Our industry's strength lies in its diversity, with each hardworking truck driver playing a crucial role. It's time we celebrated the backbone of our nation more visibly. Let's embrace this opportunity to make our industry more inclusive and vibrant.
Kameel E.  Gaines | TMSA Testimonial

Kameel E. Gaines

Rigs on Wheels

As a newcomer to the logistics industry, I joined TMSA to reap the educational benefits. I never expected the Elevate experience would make me feel “at home” in the industry. I met so many people (especially women!) channeling neurodivergence as superpowers; I felt encouraged and seen. For a PoC in Florida, this was a big deal to me. I look forward to even more challenging and inspirational offerings from TMSA in the future.
Jaimie K. Wilson | TMSA Testimonial

Jaimie K. Wilson

Atlantic Logistics

Join TMSA Today!

Our DEI Taskforce is just one benefit of joining TMSA. As a TMSA member, you'll gain limitless opportunities to learn, make lasting connections, have fun with your peers, and access an abundance of member-only benefits.

Grow Your DEI+ Branches

Transform Your Approach, Empower Your Team

While TMSA membership opens the door to a world of opportunities, we understand that not everybody can be a member right away. That's why we've curated a library of free DEI resources to help you get started.

Grow Your Branches: Do this pre-work upfront

Using Strategic Plans & Action Items to Guide Your DEI Journey

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DEI committee members are open to having 1:1 conversations with industry professionals to help them on their DEI journeys. If you are interested in having a 1:1 conversation, please fill out the form and we will help connect you.

 

Webinar

Fireside Chat with Whitney Cowell and Kameel Gaines

Whitney Cowell, AVP Marketing at KCH Transportation; and Kameel Gaines, CEO/Director of Recruitment, Rig On Wheels Brokerage & Recruitment Services, chat with TMSA's Jennifer Karpus-Romain about DEI,...

Webinar

TMSA Fireside Chat with We Make's Moe Siddiqu

We Make: Autism at Work’s Executive Director Moe Siddiqu discusses how to create, inspire and implement an innovative approach to meaningful careers for people with autism, including the We Make...

DEI

Where To Start: Using Strategic Plans & Action Items to Guide your DEI Journey

Grow Your Branches: Do this pre-work up front. Acknowledge there is no “One Size Fits All”. What works for someone else may not work for you. This free resource enables business leaders to evaluate...

Conference Presentations

2022 Executive Summit Presentation - Gaining a Competitive Advantage through Diversity

By Tariq Khan, Global Diversity Marketing and Author of Leadership in Changing Times

Webinar

LinkedIn Live Event: Fireside Chat with Tariq Khan: Adaptive Leadership in Changing Times

Hosted by: Jennifer Karpus-Romain, TMSA Executive Director, and Charlie Saffro: Supply Chain Talent EXPERT!

Faces of the Road 2024 Calendar from Rig on Wheels

The Faces of the Road™ 2024 calendar showcases the diverse individuals who form the backbone of the trucking industry. Get 15% off with promo code TMSA15 and with every calendar purchase, $2 will be...

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