Women Transportation Pioneers
In honor of Women’s History Month, we decided to share a few of the most interesting “firsts” achieved by women throughout the transportation industry. The first African American driver for the U.S. Postal Service was Mary Fields in 1892 who, at 60 years of age, drove a team of six horses along her delivery route […]
Women’s History Month: Serving Relentlessly Starts with Self Love
As we conclude the month of March – a time for celebrating Women’s History – we’d like to share what we’ve learned this month at Pace! The annual monthlong celebration of Women’s History Month corresponds with International Women’s Day, which we observe on March 8th to commemorate the cultural, socioeconomic, and political achievements of women […]
Women in Logistics
An Interview with Shauntelle Samples, Dispatch Associate at Pace We’ve had so much success and positive feedback around our Women in Logistics series! Thank you to those of you who have shared your comments and engaged with these posts. Women’s History Month is over, but we have decided to continue the journey at least for […]
Women in Logistics: An Interview with Susan Anderson, Logistics Supervisor-Memphis
What do you like about working in the logistics industry? I have been in the logistics industry for three years. I started as a driver and have since moved to the office side as a Logistics Supervisor. I have enjoyed both aspects. Being a driver has given me the knowledge and understanding of the delivery […]
Women In Logistics: An Interview with Poppy Titus, Pace Account Manager
What do you like about working in the logistics industry? It is fast paced and constantly changing. In this industry it is all about the intangibles. Basically how we make customers feel about our service is the bones of our business and growth. The synergy we create between our customers, partners and employees around our common […]
Women In Logistics – An Interview With Egypt Asquith, Operations Support Analyst
In honor of Women’s History Month and inspired by International Women’s Day, we are sitting down with Pace women who represent a variety of jobs, tenure in the industry, and geographical areas in our footprint. Hearing their perspectives on International Women’s Day, the progress of women in logistics, and also their personal experiences has been […]