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Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
More Than 150 Elite Drivers Recognized during PGT Trucking's Annual Celebration
ALIQUIPPA, Pa., June 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PGT Trucking, Inc., an asset-based carrier offering flatbed, dedicated, international, project cargo and specialized shipping solutions, recognized 48 Million Mile Drivers, 102 Safe Drivers, and 22 Premier Professional Drivers during their annual awards celebration in May. Through their professionalism, dedication and integrity, these drivers are unmatched across the PGT fleet. 'When I started PGT 44 years ago, I knew that I needed a team of good people to help build my business, something that remains true to this day,' stated Pat Gallagher, PGT Trucking Founder and CEO. 'PGT's Million Mile and Safe Drivers are the very best at our company, and I am honored and blessed to have them on our side.' This year, PGT held a virtual event through social media, highlighting the individual award presentations made throughout the company. To view a full recap of the campaign, visit: PGT's Million Mile Drivers have driven more than one million miles without a safety incident, a true testament of their commitment to safety and performance. PGT's Safe Drivers have driven for more than five years at the company without a safety incident, being recognized for their safety mindset as they work toward the million mile goal. PGT's Premier Professionals are members of an elite fleet of company drivers who maintain superior performance and safety standards at all times. The top award winners include Zachary Springer, recipient of the Bill Wright Award for Team Player of the Year; Ryan Drozynski, recipient of the David Levin Award for Company Driver of the Year; Sam Thompson-Graves, Safety Professional of the Year; Terrence Fitzgerald, recipient of the Harry 'Buster' Barnes Award for Independent Contractor of the Year; Clay Jones, recipient of the Hobert Hill Award for Agent of the Year; Jarrod Waugh, Certified PRO Trainer of the Year; Cameron Foutch, Terminal Manager of the Year; Christian McCon, Rookie Driver of the Year; Doug Halulko, PGT MVP of the Year; Michael Carreon, recipient of the Terry 'Kuz' Kusniar Award for Premier Professional Driver of the Year; and Laurence Cox, recipient of the President's Award. PGT also inducted five new Million Mile Drivers: Timothy Austen, Donald Cunningham, Jr., Raul Delgado, Robert Tudor, and Andrew Utz. 'Our Proud Professionals continually impress me with their hard work, dedication and safe driving, evident by the number of Million Mile and Safe Drivers we recognized this year,' stated Gregg Troian, PGT Trucking President. 'PGT would not be successful without the contributions from these distinguished individuals, and I congratulate them on this tremendous achievement.' About PGT Trucking:PGT Trucking, Inc. is an asset-based carrier offering flatbed, dedicated, international, project cargo and specialized shipping solutions, building the Future of Flatbed®. PGT is recognized as a 2023-2025 Best Fleets to Drive For® and TCA Elite Fleet certified. At PGT, 'Safety is Everyone's Job – All the Time.' Contact: Caitlin Svetahor, PGT TruckingPhone: 724.987.1750 Email: csvetahor@ in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
SLEEP Act would make loud vehicle exhausts illegal in Pennsylvania
(WTAJ) — Loud aftermarket exhausts could be a thing of the past in Pennsylvania if the SLEEP Act were to become law. The SLEEP (Stop Loud and Excessive Exhaust Pollution) Act would ban aftermarket exhausts for all vehicles, including ATVs, that are louder than permitted by law. The act would also make it part of the yearly state vehicle inspection to check decibel levels of exhaust systems. The act, being co-sponsored by House representatives Jared Solomon(D-Philadelphia) and Pat Gallagher(D-Philadelphia), is an attempt to reduce noise pollution and improve the quality of life in Pennsylvania neighborhoods. 'Excessively loud vehicles don't just disrupt our peace and quiet—they can also lower property values, increase air pollution, and burden local police with rising noise complaints and enforcement costs,' the duo wrote in a co-sponsorship memo. In addition to banning loud aftermarket exhausts, the act would also do the following: Apply to vehicles made after 1978, whether the modified equipment was installed in Pennsylvania or another state. Set modern noise testing standards using updated decibel limits and distance-based sound measurements. Require law enforcement training on how to measure vehicle noise accurately and enforce the law. Ensure vehicles with illegal exhaust systems fail inspection. Require PennDOT to hold official vehicle inspection stations accountable if they repeatedly allow non-compliant vehicles to pass. Impose penalties of up to $1,000 in fines, 30 days in jail, or both for published memo does not specify when the act might be introduced into the House committee. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Forbes
29-04-2025
- Business
- Forbes
The Five Keys To Success In Insurance
The insurance industry is unlike any other—it doesn't sell a physical product but rather a service that underpins the entire economy. Each year there are about $7 trillion in premiums alone. The purpose of this article is to better understand the engine that drives insurance both for CEOs in and outside the industry, as insurance impacts every CEO. Below are insights from four of the top insurance leaders; they share the fundamentals to excel: insurance companies must prioritize problem-solving, simplify the customer experience, leverage technology while focusing completely on culture. These boil down to the five keys to success in insurance. 1. Communicate the Insurance Narrative Insurance is often misunderstood. Pat Gallagher, Chairman and CEO of Gallagher (NYSE: AJG), puts it best: 'Insurance is the oxygen of commerce. Without it, the economy cannot function.' Many insurance firms still focus on selling products rather than solutions/benefits and the important central function of insurance. Scott Berlin, Head of New York Life Group Insurance, emphasized the need to shift the focus from products to impact. 'There can be a misconception about what insurance really does,' he said. 'When we talk about our products, it's important to highlight the value insurance provides.' Berlin pointed to examples from the life insurance space—helping families stay in their homes, sending kids to college, and securing financial futures. By centering the conversation on outcomes, insurance companies can better connect with their customers. 2. Solve Problems, Don't Just Sell Policies The essence of insurance is risk management—spreading the losses of a few over many. But solving problems extends beyond the fundamental principle of insurance; it should be embedded in the way companies operate. Bill Madison, CEO, Insurance, LexisNexis Risk Solutions shares his philosophy as leader and carries it down throughout his organization, 'I tell my team, don't just tell me about the challenges you see, give me real solutions.' FM as industry leader insures over 10 trillion square feet of commercial space; they utilize the unique model of having a culture of engineers. FM's Chairman and CEO Malcolm C. Roberts shares, 'Our engineers are completely focused on solving problems and our philosophy is always to start with clients in everything we do; this focus has led to over 50% of our clients being with us for 20 plus years.' Bill Madison, CEO, Insurance, LexisNexis Risk Solutions shares his philosophy as leader and carries it down throughout his organization, 'I tell my team, don't just tell me about the challenges you see, give me real solutions.' 3. Leverage Technology to Elevate Service The future of insurance lies in data-driven solutions and AI-powered tools. Gallagher shares, 'Our hottest product right now isn't a product—it's Gallagher Drive, which helps clients determine whether they are getting a good deal'. Roberts explains that data is essential for clients, 'In today's world climate data is critical with far reaching implications.' AI and predictive analytics are also being used to simplify decision-making for customers, narrowing down their options to just one or two tailored solutions. Technology can significantly help simplify insurance. Madison shares a vision for the industry, 'We, as an industry, need to narrow the options … so the question is, with data and technology, can we actually just give customers one or two options that, fits their needs opposed to leaving it to chance that they are getting the proper coverage?' Berlin points out, 'Digital tools are easy to replicate, but people are not.' This means that while technology is crucial, companies must focus more than ever on building trust and delivering human-centered service. 4. Build a Culture of Trust and Service The key to provide exceptional service is your culture as the customer ambassadors. Madison reinforces, 'The success of the organization begins with how we treat our customers.' The strongest insurance companies are those that prioritize service excellence and trust. Berlin is proud of New York Life's culture: 'Everyone's job is to build trust every day.' Gallagher reinforces the importance of culture, stating, 'The single most important component of success in all human enterprise—including your family—is culture.' His company follows 25 guiding tenets that have been in place since 1984, serving as a 'North Star' for their 50,000 employees. 5. Prepare for the Future The insurance landscape is evolving, and companies that facilitate the process for customers will be the winners. Roberts suggests that by 2035, there could be a standardized value system for insurance, making it easier for consumers to understand their options. Meanwhile, Berlin cautions against complacency: 'If you think you're on top and going to stand still, you're going to lose ground every day.' Conclusion Success in insurance isn't about selling more policies—it's about making a meaningful impact on customers' lives. By communicating the narrative, solving problems, leveraging technology, fostering a strong culture, and preparing for the future, insurance companies can position themselves as essential partners in their clients' financial well-being, and in strengthening the fabric of our economy. In thinking about the next step in incorporating these five keys, Roberts emphasizes, 'We start with the client in everything we do,' and that is at the first step of long-term success.
