Chris Spear Departs as President and CEO of American Trucking Associations
Chris Spear has departed from his role as President and CEO of the American Trucking Associations (ATA), effective immediately. The announcement was made in a letter to members from ATA chairman Greg Hodgen, CEO of Groendyke Transport. While the initial communication did not specify if Spear resigned or was asked to leave, a subsequent statement from the ATA confirmed that Spear informed the Executive Committee of his departure. Spear had recently marked his 10-year anniversary with the organization and had an extended contract until 2029, which was signed in 2024. Hodgen emphasized that the ATA remains strong and focused on its mission, with its advocacy agenda intact. Spear's tenure saw significant policy victories, strengthened advocacy operations, and an elevated voice for the trucking industry in Washington D.C. He previously served as vice president of government affairs at Hyundai Motor Co. and held various positions in the federal government, including an earlier stint as senior vice president for ... 
