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“It was obvious when Caitlin came to TCA in January 2020 that she<br />
was going to make a strong addition to the team,” said Bouchard. “She is<br />
bright, welcoming, and has a passion for keeping projects on schedule.<br />
She joined TCA just prior to our Annual Convention in Orlando and transitioned<br />
with us into what can only be described as an unprecedented time.<br />
Since then, Caitlin has successfully collaborated with staff, hotels, and<br />
vendors to navigate through numerous event changes and cancellations.”<br />
Smith knew the position with TCA was right for her because of the approachable<br />
nature of the organization and its undeniably positive “energy.”<br />
“I felt it was a good fit and I immediately felt like a valued member of the<br />
team,” recalled Smith.<br />
Very quickly after starting work at TCA, Smith came to recognize the<br />
strength and significance of the trucking industry.<br />
“This might sound silly, but what I didn’t realize was the critical nature of<br />
the industry,” she said. “Trucking is one of those things that can exist in the<br />
background of your life. You obviously see semi-trucks when you’re driving<br />
on the highway, but you don’t always give it a second thought. Now being<br />
close to the industry I see how important it is. This is especially true during<br />
a pandemic when people need supplies urgently and truckers are called<br />
upon to be essential workers.”<br />
As important as trucking is to the nation, so are well-run meetings to<br />
TCA members.<br />
Smith helps make sure that happens.<br />
UP CLOSE<br />
with Caitlin Smith<br />
MOST HUMBLING EXPERIENCE:<br />
Any time I’m forced to do quick<br />
math in front of people<br />
PEOPLE SAY I REMIND THEM OF:<br />
My mom<br />
MY GUILTY PLEASURE:<br />
“The Bachelorette” TV show<br />
MY GREATEST CHALLENGE AS A PROFESSIONAL:<br />
Keeping my notes organized<br />
A GOAL I HAVE YET TO ACHIEVE:<br />
Running a marathon<br />
THE LAST BOOK I READ:<br />
“Rage” by Bob Woodward<br />
ONE WORD TO SUM ME UP:<br />
Sincere<br />
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