12/09/2025
September 14th through the 20th marked National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, a special time each year when we pause to recognize the incredible men and women who keep our nation’s economy moving. At TP Trucking & Logistics we are especially grateful for the professional, dedicated drivers who choose to represent our company on the road every single day. This year, we had a lot of fun celebrating with raffle prizes, including Blackstone tabletop griddles, visa gift cards, a memory foam sleeper mattress, Galaxy tablets and more. Throughout the week we acknowledged outstanding drivers across several categories including top performers, top mileage and safety champions. We wrapped up the week with a BBQ at our Central Point terminal for drivers, staff and leadership alike. “NTDAW was a wild ride and incredibly successful. It’s always amazing to spend the time giving back to the backbone of our company” said Roger Davis, General Manager of TP Trucking.
Driver of the Year
Several exceptional drivers were nominated for Driver of the Year across a range of categories. Their professionalism, safety, attitude and commitment to excellence set them apart.
Nominees for each category include:
Western Regional: Andrew Suarez
Western Local: Lonnie Alexander
Eastern Regional: Greg Drummond
OTR: Jason Teeters
OTR Team: Hemenway/Harris Team
Maxi Driver: Dale Quaderer
Dedicated Fleet: Wes Payne
Recovery: James Parish
Congratulations to each nominee! Your hard work and leadership on the road make a real difference.
Driver of the Year went to Wes Payne! Wes was nominated by Lead Dispatcher, Renee West. Here is what Renee had to say about Wes’s nomination:
“I am proud to nominate Wes Payne from the CMC Dedicated Fleet for recognition. Wes has been a valued member of our team for over five years and consistently stands out as one of our top performers. His commitment to excellence, reliability and professionalism is unmatched.
“Wes consistently goes above and beyond – always willing to lend a hand to fellow drivers, share his extensive knowledge and continue learning himself. He represents TP Trucking with pride, maintaining a positive attitude no matter the circumstances. Even when challenges arise, Wes handles them with calm and composure, never raising his voice or showing frustration.
“Since joining the dedicated fleet in Arizona, Wes has become the most
tenured member of the team and has developed specialized expertise in oversize material hauling. His experience and leadership are invaluable assets to the fleet and I’m truly grateful to have him as part of the team.”
Top Mileage Achievers
These drivers went the extra mile – literally. Their impressive mileage this year reflects dedication, efficiency and consistency in delivering for our customers.
Western Regional:
John Wise – 121,699 miles
Western Local:
David Dubon – 107,084 miles
Eastern Regional:
Jessica Niver – 84,322 miles
OTR: Talent Mbizi – 128,832 miles
Maxi Driver:
Eddy Chimwanda – 112,853 miles
Safety Champions
Safety is the foundation of everything we do and these drivers demonstrated exceptional commitment to safe, responsible driving throughout the year. Congratulations to our 2025 Safety Champions:
Courage Rwizi
Jared Grandstaff
Although National Truck Driver Appreciation Week lasts only seven days, our gratitude extends far beyond that. To every driver who puts in the miles, the effort and the heart: we see you, we appreciate you and we’re proud to have you on our team – not just this week, but every week.
