Fifth Wheel Freight celebrated for diversity 

The Women in Trucking Association (WIT) announced its fourth annual “Top Companies for Women to Work for in Transportation” list on Monday.

Fifth Wheel Freight (FWF) was honored for a third straight year for its efforts to incorporate gender diversity in the transportation industry.  
 
“Incorporating diverse perspectives and providing opportunity in West Michigan are central components of our mission as an organization. We are dedicated to the growth of our team by building the foundation for career and personal success,” says Reese Van Heck, CEO of FWF.  
Women in Trucking’s annual award is given to companies in the transportation industry that exhibit key characteristics, including corporate cultures that foster gender diversity, competitive compensation and benefits, flexible hours and work requirements, professional development and career advancement opportunities. 
 
FWF has implemented initiatives that foster an inclusive work environment. In 2020, Fifth Wheel Freight created the Harmony Network, an employee-led group committed to the vision of establishing education, unity and diversity among employees and the community. The Harmony Network hosts trivia sessions, happy hours and events focused on spreading awareness of key diversity initiatives such as women’s history, Black history and Hispanic heritage. 
 
“Harmony Network was founded not only to promote and celebrate diversity within in the office, but to become effective leaders in our community by being more socially conscious,” says Ashley Sanders, Accounts Payable Manager/Harmony Network President. “While COVID-19 has raised some challenges, we plan to keep expanding our efforts through many different avenues.”