The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) has named Sarah Smith as vice chair of the association. In this role, WIT says that Smith will collaborate with WIT’s officers, board of directors, and staff to guide the association’s mission of encouraging the employment of women in the industry, minimizing obstacles they face, and promoting their accomplishments. Along with this volunteer leadership role, Smith is senior vice president of human resources for Penske Transportation Solutions.

“We are extremely pleased to have Sarah in this leadership role as she brings a depth of experience that will be invaluable to the association,” said Jennifer Hedrick, president and chief executive officer of WIT.