Best Practices in Driver Recruitment

• The transportation industry is facing a chronic shortage of qualified drivers.  The average age of these drivers continues to increase as the most senior age cohort retires on an ongoing basis.  This track will address a range of relevant topics including:

  • Carrier Schools
  • Driver Training
  • Driver Compensation
  • Overseas Sourcing
  • Best Practices in Driver Retention

  Three industry experts will provide their insights on this range of topics.

  Presented by:

  • Max Farrell, Co-founder and CEO, WorkHound
  • Jane Jazrawy, Co-Founder & CEO, CarriersEdge
  • Colin Ruskin, CEO, Driver Engagement
  • Craig Faucette, Director, Policy and Programs, Trucking HR Canada

 

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