Destination: Excellence | Winter 2021

TRAINER OF THE MONTH - SEPTEMBER - RICHARD ROBIDA

TMC would like to congratulate Richard Robida on his recognition for September’s Trainer of the Month.

Robida maintains a perfect training record with all eight of the drivers Robida has trained being active TMC drivers. When asked why Robida chose to become a driver trainer he responded, “I had a great trainer, he showed me exactly what to expect on road, and I want to be able to give others that experience as well.”

When Robida is not driving he enjoys spending time with friends and family. “I’m constantly checking in with my family when I’m on the road.” Robida has family ties to TMC as his brother-in-law is also a current driver. “I heard the way he talked about it and knew it was something I was interested in.”

Robida has nothing but good things to say about TMC drivers, “Some of the most helpful drivers on the road are TMC drivers. We look out for everyone but especially those within the TMC fleet.” TMC trainers play a critical role in the success of TMC’s fleet. TMC is constantly looking for more driver trainers that are as successful as Robida.

DRIVER OF THE QUARTER - THIRD QUARTER 2021 - Stephen Windham

Congrats to Stephen Windham, on being named TMC’s Driver of the 3rd Quarter!

Windham has been on a dedicated ‘Boat Division’ route for the last ten years. It is difficult for Windham to find delivery routes he has yet to drive as Windham has traveled the 48 contiguous states, as well as all but one of the Canadian provinces.

“My favorite place to deliver is Prince Edward Island in Canada. It is so picturesque and loading the truck up onto a ferry to take loads across the harbor is pretty cool.”

Windham has always enjoyed driving long distances and turned it into a career in the early 2000s.

“It took a while to get the hang of it but once I understood the job I got really comfortable with it.” Windham is still learning and adapting to new practices on the road. The biggest piece of advice he has for drivers is to be open to learning new things. “Don’t hesitate to ask questions. Everyone is so helpful on the road and TMC drivers look out for each other,” Windham explained.