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Westlake,
OH – November 2024 / NewsmakerAlert: TravelCenters
of America (TA), part of the bp
portfolio, has been named a 2024 Top Company for Women to Work in Transportation
by Redefining the Road, the official magazine of the Women
in Trucking Association (WIT). TA was selected for their efforts in
the following areas:
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Providing
a culture supportive of gender diversity
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Flexible
hours and work requirements to accommodate family and life balance
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Competitive
compensation and benefits
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Training
and continued professional development
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Career
advancement opportunities
“We’re
honored to be recognized by WIT as a 'Top Company for Women to Work for
in Transportation' and appreciate being awarded for the work we’re doing
to foster greater gender diversity and an inclusive work environment where
women have the resources they need to succeed both personally and professionally
in the transportation industry,” said Debi
Boffa, TA CEO. “I am immensely proud of the women who work at TravelCenters
of America as they are an integral part of our team, our vision and our
future. Thank you, Women in Trucking, for this award and your incredible
support of women in the industry and providing a great platform with many
opportunities for women and their allies to support women in this industry.”
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Women
make up 43 percent of TA’s workforce, and nearly 30 percent of its senior
leadership positions are held by women. TA fosters an environment of engagement;
its Women’s Resource Group (TA WIN) focuses on building an inclusive community
offering development, resources, networking and mentoring.
TA
also has a Women’s Safety Advisory Panel focused on creating safer environments
for women guests and team members (which in turn will make our sites safer
for everyone, regardless of gender). TA is also proud to engage with organizations
that support women including Women
in Trucking and TAT (formerly
known as Truckers Against Trafficking).
About
TravelCenters of America
TravelCenters
of America Inc., part of
the bp portfolio, is a full-service travel center network operating
under the TA®, Petro Stopping Centers® and TA Express® brands.
Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Westlake, Ohio, its nearly 19,000
team members serve guests in over 300 locations in 44 states, with a mission
of returning every traveler to the road better than they came. Offerings
include diesel and gasoline, truck maintenance and repair, full-service
and quick-service restaurants, stores with food, beverages and merchandise,
car and truck parking and other services dedicated to providing great experiences
for guests. TA is also committed to meeting the evolving needs of professional
drivers and motorists as the nation shifts toward the increased adoption
of alternative fuels and electric vehicles. For more information, visit
www.TA-Petro.com.
Media
Contact:
Tina
Arundel
TravelCenters
of America
440-250-4758
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