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Schneider general counsel named to Savoy Magazine's 2022 List of "Most Influential Black Lawyers"

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On February 4, 2022, Schneider (NYSE: SNDR) announced that its Executive Vice President and General Counsel, Thom Jackson, was named one of the 'Most Influential Black Lawyers' by Savoy Magazine. This recognition honors African American legal leaders in major corporations. With over 30 years of experience, Jackson has significantly contributed to Schneider's legal and business strategies, and he serves on multiple influential boards. His recognition underscores Schneider's commitment to excellence in leadership and diversity within the legal profession.

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GREEN BAY, Wis., Feb. 4, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Schneider, (NYSE: SNDR), a premier provider of trucking, intermodal and logistics services, is proud to announce Executive Vice President and General Counsel Thom Jackson has been named one of the "Most Influential Black Lawyers" by Savoy Magazine. This award recognizes African American men and women for their legal guidance and expertise in leading national and global corporations.

"The fact that this recognition exists for general counsel is exciting and I'm humbled to be included among the exemplary leaders acknowledged this year," said Jackson.

Jackson leads Schneider's global legal, government relations, insurance and claims teams. A trusted advisor, he has more than 30 years of experience in advising companies to think strategically and manage risk.

His leadership within Schneider, the legal profession and the community at large sets the standard for professional excellence as well as community involvement. In addition to advising the company on a wide range of legal and business issues, he serves on the boards of the U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform, Villanova Law Board of Consultors and Greater Green Bay Chamber.

"Thom's broad and deep expertise has been greatly beneficial to Schneider and the teams he works with," said Schneider President and CEO Mark Rourke. "Leaders and industry groups often seek out advice from Thom on matters beyond the law. I am thrilled for Thom to receive this honor."

"I have always believed that I bring more to the table than just my legal expertise," said Jackson. "I am increasingly being called upon as both a legal and business advisor to the senior leadership team and the Board of Directors which requires that I draw upon broader business knowledge and a wider skill set including negotiation skills and specializations – such as securities law. Differentiation as a general counsel comes from being more than 'just a lawyer'."

Learn more about Schneider culture, corporate initiatives and our award-winning team.

About Schneider

Schneider is a premier provider of transportation 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 $5.6 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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Kara Leiterman, Media Relations Manager
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leitermank@schneider.com

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FAQ

What recognition did Thom Jackson receive for Schneider?

Thom Jackson was named one of the 'Most Influential Black Lawyers' by Savoy Magazine.

When was the announcement made regarding Thom Jackson's recognition?

The announcement was made on February 4, 2022.

What is Thompson Jackson's role at Schneider?

Thom Jackson is the Executive Vice President and General Counsel at Schneider.

What impact does Thom Jackson's recognition have on Schneider's image?

His recognition positively impacts Schneider's corporate reputation and highlights its commitment to diversity.

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