## Honored for advancing women in transportation, supporting veterans and serving our local community 



Recent recognition from industry and community organizations highlights the strength of ArcBest’s workplace culture and the relationships our people build with customers and communities.



ArcBest was named an “Elite 30” Top Company for Women to Work in Trucking by the Women In Trucking Association and a 3-Star Employer in the VETS Indexes Employer Awards. ArcBest also earned gold for Best Logistics / Transportation and silver for Best Customer Service in the Best of River Valley awards.



"These honors are especially meaningful because they all point back to our people,” said Erin Gattis, ArcBest chief people officer. "We’re proud to create opportunities for employees to grow and do work that matters. Their impact reaches well beyond ArcBest to the customers we serve and the communities we call home.”



**“Elite 30” Top Company for Women to Work in Trucking**



ArcBest was named an [“Elite 30” Top Company for Women to Work in Trucking](https://www.womenintrucking.org/press-releases/women-in-trucking-association-names-2026-top-companies-for-women-to-work-in-trucking) by the Women In Trucking Association for the fourth consecutive year (2026, 2025, 2024, 2023). The annual program honors companies committed to recruiting, retaining and advancing women while fostering an environment where they can succeed. The Elite 30 distinction represents the organizations that received the highest number of votes in the program.



**3-Star Employer in the VETS Indexes Employer Awards**



ArcBest was also named a 3-Star Employer in the [2026 VETS Indexes Employer Awards](https://vetsindexes.com/award-results-2026/), which honor organizations that demonstrate strong support for veterans and military-connected employees. The data-driven program evaluates employers across five areas: veteran recruiting and hiring, employee development and retention, veteran-inclusive policies and culture, support for National Guard and Reserve members and military spouse and family support.



**2026 Best of River Valley Awards**



ArcBest received two [2026 Best of River Valley awards](https://www.bestofrivervalley.com/article/welcome-to-the-2026-edition-of-best-of-river-valley.html), winning gold in the Best Logistics / Transportation category and silver in the Best Customer Service category. This marks the fifth consecutive year ArcBest has won in the Best Logistics / Transportation category (2026, 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022). Presented by the River Valley Democrat-Gazette, the Best of River Valley Awards are based on community nominations and votes, recognizing the businesses and professionals local residents trust and support most. For ArcBest, these honors underscore our longstanding connection to the River Valley and celebrate the people behind the service we provide every day.