04/03/2026
I’m incredibly honored to share that Payne Trucking was recognized at the Safety & HR Conference put on by the Virginia Trucking Association for both Best-Improved Safety Record and Best-in-Class Safety Performance, and that I was named the 2026 Safety Professional of the Year.
While my name may be on the individual award, this recognition truly belongs to the entire Payne team. Safety isn’t a program here—it’s a culture. It’s built every day by our drivers, technicians, operations, and accounting staff, and leadership, who consistently choose to do things the right way, even when it’s not the easy way.
I’m proud to be part of a company where accountability, professionalism, and commitment to one another drive real results. These awards reflect the discipline and teamwork that define who we are.
Thank you to everyone at Payne Trucking for setting the standard and raising the bar. I’m grateful to be on this journey with you.