XPO Logistics Hosts Women in Leadership Conference for Inaugural XPO RISE Participants

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XPO Logistics held its inaugural Women in Leadership Conference in Atlanta from November 17-19, 2021, part of its new executive training program, XPO RISE. This initiative aims to enhance gender diversity in executive roles by selecting 18 high-potential female managers across various functions. The conference included keynote insights from industry leaders, emphasizing the importance of narrative in workplace culture. XPO, a major freight transportation provider, continues to focus on fostering diverse talent to strengthen its management pipeline.

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• Launch of XPO RISE, an executive training program focused on gender diversity.
• 18 female managers selected, representing key areas of the business.
• Increased focus on leadership development for women within the company.

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Introduces executive training program to increase gender diversity

GREENWICH, Conn., Nov. 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XPO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: XPO), a leading provider of freight transportation services, held its inaugural Women in Leadership Conference in Atlanta on November 17-19. The event is part of XPO RISE, the company’s executive training program for high-potential female managers.

The company introduced XPO RISE this year to increase the gender diversity of its top talent in North America. The 18 women selected for the program represent a range of managerial functions within XPO, including technology, sales operations, project management and customer service. All attended the Women in Leadership Conference.

Featured speakers included XPO leaders LaQuenta Jacobs, chief diversity officer; Tanya Stokoe, senior vice president, talent acquisition and corporate human resources; Stacey Woods, senior vice president, human resources operations; and Emily Phillips, vice president, advanced solutions, and chair of XPO’s Sustainability Committee. The keynote address was delivered by Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., a global thought leader on corporate leadership and workplace culture.

Taylor, who joined the XPO board of directors earlier this year, told participants, “You've got to drive the narrative about who you are, as opposed to trying to react to the narrative that others create about you. But don’t start the conversation with how great you are. People are drawn to humility.”

For more information about career opportunities at XPO, visit the online Careers site.

About XPO Logistics
XPO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: XPO) is a leading provider of freight transportation services, primarily truck brokerage and less-than-truckload (LTL). XPO uses its proprietary technology, including the cutting-edge XPO Connect^® automated freight marketplace, to move goods efficiently through supply chains. The company’s global network serves 50,000 shippers with 756 locations and approximately 42,000 employees, and is headquartered in Greenwich, Conn., USA. Visit xpo.com for more information, and connect with XPO on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.

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FAQ

What is XPO RISE?

XPO RISE is XPO Logistics' executive training program aimed at increasing gender diversity among its top talent.

When was the Women in Leadership Conference held?

The Women in Leadership Conference took place from November 17-19, 2021.

How many women participated in XPO RISE?

A total of 18 women were selected for the XPO RISE program.

Who were the speakers at the Women in Leadership Conference?

Featured speakers included XPO leaders and Johnny C. Taylor, Jr., a thought leader on corporate leadership.

What company does the press release pertain to?

The press release pertains to XPO Logistics, Inc.