Meet Jenny Abernathy - Trucking Moves America

Jenny Abernathy

“You have the ability to have a long and rewarding career through trucking.”

Vice President of Enterprise Capacity Development
CRST The Transportation Solution, Inc.

TELL US ABOUT YOUR JOB.
I oversee the nationwide recruitment and driver placement strategy. Within the driver recruitment and marketing arm, our team seeks out drivers and independent contractors from across the nation. We onboard drivers from all different levels of experience and backgrounds.
WHAT DO YOU ENJOY MOST ABOUT WORKING IN TRUCKING?
Trucking is my home. It’s a wonderful industry to be a part of. This industry feels incredibly small for how big it is…the industry is also filled with amazing people. From the people I work with on my team, to our drivers and even industry peers and partners that help make us successful. You get to work with people from all walks of lives, backgrounds and experiences. I also enjoy the fast-paced nature of trucking. Trucking changes so fast…the fast movement keeps me energized.

WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO WOMEN WHO ARE CONSIDERING A CAREER IN TRUCKING?
The trucking industry provides an opportunity to take any career in any direction. It is so broad – from operations to recruiting, driving to safety support, finance to human resources. Regardless of your skill set or aspirations, you have the ability to have a long and rewarding career through trucking.