ATA Names Jeffrey Mason New Senior Vice President

ARLINGTON, Va., April 15, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Today, American Trucking Associations named Jeffrey Mason to the newly created position of senior vice president of image and communications.

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"I've known Jeff for some time and am thrilled that he's joining our leadership team.  His passion and knowledge of this industry will be a great compliment to ATA.  Jeff is well known throughout the trucking industry and is respected by trucking industry executives – both on the operational side and within the allied community," ATA President and CEO Bill Graves said. "I'm confident that by adding Jeff's professionalism and enthusiasm to our already distinguished team, we'll be able to further demonstrate why ATA is the nation's leading advocate for trucking."

Mason comes to ATA after 26 years with Randall-Reilly where he helped build and lead the company's trucking media division, including the company's various publications, events and conferences and data services.

At ATA, Mason will be responsible for shaping ATA's communications and image strategies, ensuring that the organization conveys a consistent message and speaks with one voice, as well as managing special projects and future events.

"For more than 75 years ATA has been the trucking industry's most authoritative advocate.  I'm honored to become a part of such a well-respected organization," Mason said. "I look forward to working with my new colleagues as we continue to build on ATA's legacy of service to our members and this industry."

American Trucking Associations is the largest national trade association for the trucking industry. Through a federation of 50 affiliated state trucking associations and industry-related conferences and councils, ATA is the voice of the industry America depends on most to move our nation's freight. Follow ATA on Twitter or on Facebook. Good stuff. Trucks Bring It!

SOURCE American Trucking Associations