WASHINGTON — Chris Spear, former president and CEO of the American Trucking Associations (ATA), is exiting the organization effective immediately.
“Chris Spear informed our executive committee today that he will be departing the American Trucking Associations, effective immediately,” said Greg Hodgen, board chairman, ATA. “On behalf of ATA, I thank Chris for more than a decade of service to the association and our industry. During his tenure, ATA secured significant policy victories, strengthened its advocacy operation and elevated trucking’s voice in Washington.”
The news comes as a surprise as his contract was renewed in May 2024 with his tenure set through 2029.
“One of Chris’ most important accomplishments was assembling an exceptionally talented and experienced team to represent this industry,” Hodgen said. “ATA has the advocacy horsepower to keep advancing our priorities without missing a beat. From our policy experts and technical professionals to our government affairs and communications teams, we have a world-class operation working together to deliver results for our members. That depth, expertise and shared sense of purpose will continue to drive our association forward, regardless of who is at the wheel.”
Search for New President, CEO
“ATA’s Board will convene a search committee to identify the association’s next president and CEO,” Hodgen said. “As that process moves forward, our members can have full confidence in ATA’s leadership team and staff. We have a clear mission, strong momentum and the people in place to execute. Our work continues full speed ahead, and ATA will remain a strong, unified, and effective voice for America’s trucking industry.”
The Trucker reached out to the ATA for an additional statement. The organization declined to comment or provide further information.
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