Press Release

ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è Announces Leadership Transition

Aug 21, 2026

Washington – ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è Chairman Greg Hodgen issued the following statement today:

“Chris Spear informed our Executive Committee today that he will be departing the ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è, effective immediately. On behalf of ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è, I thank Chris for more than a decade of service to the association and our industry. During his tenure, ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è secured significant policy victories, strengthened its advocacy operation, and elevated trucking’s voice in Washington.

“One of Chris’ most important accomplishments was assembling an exceptionally talented and experienced team to represent this industry. ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è 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.

“ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è’s Board will convene a search committee to identify the association’s next president and CEO. As that process moves forward, our members can have full confidence in ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è’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 ÀÏ¾ÅÆ·²è will remain a strong, unified, and effective voice for America’s trucking industry.â€�