Erin Van Zeeland named 2023 Distinguished Woman in Logistics by Women in Trucking Association

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Schneider National (NYSE: SNDR) announces that Erin Van Zeeland, the Chief Commercial Officer and Senior VP, has been honored with the 2023 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award by the Women in Trucking Association. This prestigious recognition underscores her exceptional leadership and commitment to empowering women in the logistics and transportation sectors. Erin has been pivotal in growing Schneider's logistics segment, which now represents nearly $2 billion in revenue. This accolade reflects Schneider's ongoing efforts to foster diversity, as currently, women hold over 40% of senior leadership roles within the company. Erin's significant contributions to the industry and her role in co-leading the Schneider Women’s Network further demonstrate Schneider's dedication to inclusivity in the workplace.

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• Erin Van Zeeland received the 2023 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award, enhancing Schneider's reputation in the industry.
• The logistics segment, overseen by Erin, has reached nearly $2 billion in revenue, indicating strong growth.
• Women comprise over 40% of senior leadership roles at Schneider, showing a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

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Schneider CCO is honored for exceptional corporate and industry leadership

GREEN BAY, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Schneider National Inc. (NYSE: SNDR), a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services, is honored to share the Women in Trucking Association (WIT) has selected Schneider Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Group Senior Vice President and General Manager of Logistics, Erin Van Zeeland, for the 2023 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award (DWLA).

Erin Van Zeeland, Schneider Chief Commercial Officer (CCO), Group Senior Vice President and General Manager of Logistics, recognized as the 2023 Distinguished Woman in Logistics by Women in Trucking Association. (Photo: Business Wire)

This annual award from WIT highlights the crucial roles of influential leading women in the dynamic field of commercial transportation and logistics, which encompasses logistics service providers as well as motor carriers. Erin was selected for her outstanding contributions to supporting women in the workforce and demonstrated exceptional leadership in logistics across North America.

“What an immense honor it is to be selected as a winner for this year’s DWLA,” said Van Zeeland. “Looking back on my 29 years at Schneider, I feel so blessed to work at an organization that uplifts diverse points of view and experience in the workplace and provided me with a resilient skill set to get me where I am in my career today. The DWLA reflects my commitment to empower the next generation of leaders, and I’m excited to continue serving as a role model for others building careers in transportation and logistics.”

Erin is responsible for the strategy, execution and growth of the company’s fastest growing segment, Logistics, which has become a nearly $2 billion offering and includes brokerage, supply chain and distribution management and power-only services. She also oversees the company’s sales and marketing strategy and capability enablement in her capacity as CCO.

Her leadership extends beyond day-to-day business, as Erin also co-leads the Schneider Women’s Network, an organization developed with the intent to attract, develop and retain the best talent, and ensure nothing stands in the way of women growing their careers at Schneider.

“We’re pleased to recognize Erin with the honor of Distinguished Woman in Logistics,” said Jennifer Hedrick, president and CEO of WIT. “Throughout her career at Schneider, as well as in her volunteer work, she has shown exceptional talent and leadership – key characteristics of this award.”

Erin began her career at Schneider in 1993 as a service team leader and has since held several roles across the company in Logistics, asset-based divisions and leadership focused on customer growth and business transformation.

“I’ve had the honor to witness Erin’s growth and impact at Schneider over the past 29 years and have seen firsthand the profound impact she has had on our business, I know that everyone here at Schneider is extremely proud of Erin on this well-deserved award,” said Schneider President and CEO Mark Rourke. “Erin is a strong role model across the logistics and transportation industry and continually reinforces the importance of mentorship and inclusivity, especially supporting opportunities for women and empowering her teams.”

At Schneider, women account for over 12% of drivers and 40% of senior leadership roles throughout the organization. Schneider remains committed to increasing the number of women across transportation and logistics.

To learn more about how Schneider supports women focused opportunities, visit: https://schneider.com/company/corporate-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion.

About Schneider

Schneider is a premier multimodal provider of transportation, intermodal and logistics services. Offering one of the broadest portfolios in the industry, Schneider’s solutions include Regional and Long-Haul Truckload, Expedited, Dedicated, Bulk, Intermodal, Brokerage, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Port Logistics and Logistics Consulting.

With $6.6 billion in annual revenue, Schneider has been safely delivering superior customer experiences and investing in innovation for over 85 years. The company’s digital marketplace, Schneider FreightPower®, is revolutionizing the industry giving shippers access to an expanded, highly flexible capacity network and provides carriers with unmatched access to quality drop-and-hook freight – Always Delivering, Always Ahead.

For more information about Schneider, visit Schneider.com or follow the company socially on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter: @WeAreSchneider.

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FAQ

Who won the 2023 Distinguished Woman in Logistics Award?

Erin Van Zeeland, Chief Commercial Officer of Schneider National, won the award.

What is the revenue of Schneider's logistics segment?

Schneider's logistics segment has reached nearly $2 billion in revenue.

What percentage of Schneider's senior leadership are women?

Women hold over 40% of senior leadership roles at Schneider.

What company is Erin Van Zeeland associated with?

Erin Van Zeeland is associated with Schneider National (NYSE: SNDR).