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COMMERCIAL CARRIER JOURNAL | AUGUST 2016 99 JOURNAL NEWS Spear to succeed Graves as ATA president, CEO T he American Trucking Associations named Chris Spear, former ATA senior vice presi- dent of legislative affairs, its next presi- dent and chief executive officer, effec- tive July 9. Spear most recently served as vice president of government affairs at Hyundai Motor Co. He will replace current ATA President and CEO Bill Graves, who announced in October he would be stepping down at the end of 2016. "Chris' enthusiasm for the trucking industry and the mission of ATA – to effectively advocate and communi- cate efforts that improve safety and profitability for our members – is second to none," said ATA Chairman Pat Thomas, senior vice president of state government affairs at UPS. "We had many excellent candidates for the position, but Chris Spear is the right fit for the organization. We are extremely pleased that he will be join- ing us." Spear also previously was vice presi- dent of global government relations at Honeywell International, and he has held Executive Branch positions, including Assistant Secretary of Labor. Spear also served as professional staff for U.S. Sens. Tim Hutchinson (R-Ark.), Mike Enzi (R-Wyo.) and Alan Simpson (R-Wyo.). "I'm honored to have the oppor- tunity to lead this great association and serve this vital industry," Spear said. "Trucking is the backbone of our economy and a catalyst for American job growth, delivering critical goods to businesses and homes coast-to- coast. I am excited to work alongside ATA's members and federation part- ners to ensure the industry continues to prosper and safely move our nation forward." ATA also announced the departures of three executive vice presidents: Dave Osiecki, longtime head of regu- latory affairs; Jeff Mason, head of communications and public affairs; and Karla Hulett, chief operating offi- cer and head of finance and opera- tions . – Matt Cole KEEP IT COOL! with *Contest entry open from June 15 to August 15, 2016 at participating TruckForce ® Service Centers only. No purchase necessary. Items may not be exactly as shown. See in-store or on-line for official contest rules and regulations. Void where prohibited by law. Supported by These Quality Brands: ENTER TO WIN * 1 of 10 YETI 20-QT Coolers YETI 20-QT Coolers Have your next service performed by the experts at your local TruckForce Service Center before August 15, 2016 and Find your local TruckForce ® Service Center by calling 800.494.4731 or by visiting www.TruckForceService.com Locations Coast to Coast in the United States and Canada Chris Spear, ATA's new presi- dent and CEO, most recently served as vice president of government af- fairs at Hyundai Motor Co.