Articles by tag: women in trucking
As industries evolve, so do women’s roles within them, and the trucking industry is no exception. In a recent episode of the Semi-Related podcast, presented by Optym, host Jacob Eischen featured Courtney George, Manager of Transportation and Industry Relations with Wreaths Across America. George discussed the transformation of women in trucking alongside the organization’s […]
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Opportunities for Women in the Trucking Industry
While women comprise nearly half of Canada’s workforce (47%), only three percent of women make up the number of Canadian truck drivers. While the number of women getting their commercial driver’s licenses has increased since 2010, there is a long way to go to realize the potential of women in the trucking industry. The […]
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The Growing Trend of Women in Trucking with John Esparza of the Texas Trucking Association
The number of female truck drivers has increased 68% since 2010. John Esparza, the CEO of the Texas Trucking Association, joined Business Casual with Daniel Litwin and Tyler Kern to explain what is making this industry so attractive to women. “Wages have gone up and I think that’s a big piece of it. We’re frankly […]
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Navigating Cyber Risk Management in Healthcare Means Handling the Small Alerts and Big Alarms
In an era where digital dependencies are integral to healthcare operations, cyber risk management in healthcare requires addressing the big events and attending to the small ones. This urgent need to address and mitigate cyber vulnerabilities was a key discussion point during a MarketScale Experts Talk discussion on continued cybersecurity threats in healthcare. The […]
Segmentation in Healthcare Cybersecurity Boils Down to Securing the Network and Protecting Patients
As healthcare institutions increasingly digitize their operations, the vulnerability of their networks to cyber breaches has highlighted the urgent need for robust cybersecurity measures. A recent Experts Talk discussion on cybersecurity risks in healthcare explores the pivotal role of network segmentation in fortifying these efforts. With patient data and healthcare service continuity at stake, […]
Global Collaboration Drives Sustainable Maritime ESG Practices
Amidst the vast expanse of the maritime industry, a new wave is cresting—the wave of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) imperatives. From reducing carbon footprints to fostering social equity, maritime entities are grappling with the complexities of sustainability like never before. As the global focus sharpens on ESG practices, the maritime sector finds itself […]
Network Segmentation: The First Line of Defense in Healthcare’s Cybersecurity Battle
Recent cyberattacks, including a major incident at Change Healthcare, have highlighted severe vulnerabilities in healthcare systems, propelling cybersecurity to a critical concern across the industry. In particular, the lack of network segmentation has exposed healthcare infrastructure to increased risk, affecting essential services and compromising patient care. As healthcare institutions continue to integrate more digital […]
