TRANSPORTATION CLUB OF TACOMA NAMES ROSS COOK "PERSON OF THE YEAR"

TACOMA, WA - December, 9th 2002 - Ross Cook, Vice President of Sales and Service for Gordon Trucking Incorporated took an hour away from his busy day to attend what he thought was a regular monthly meeting amongst transportation colleagues in Tacoma. To his surprise he was honored as the Transportation Club of Tacoma "Person of the Year" for 2002.

The prestigious award, which has been handed out to leaders in the transportation industry for over ten years, signifies an individual that has shown exemplary service to the transportation industry throughout the Puget Sound.

"Ross has been a tireless supporter and volunteer for the Transportation Club and is recognized as one of the top transportation related executives in the Northwest", said Jim Stanaway, Board Member and 2001 recipient of the award.

There are five criteria for selecting the "Person of the Year" as communicated by selection committee chair and board of director's member Anita Lydiard.

• Direct support of and participation in the Transportation Club of Tacoma, to include its membership.
  
• Local recognition in the transportation community for excellence, advancement and improvement within the infrastructure.
  
• Community service performed directly and indirectly in support of various local and regional activities.
  
• Overall contribution to the improvement and advancement of the transportation and logistics networks as they exist and grow within their specific disciplines.
  
• A mentor to other businesses and individuals.

The Transportation Club of Tacoma (web site) was founded in 1926 and meets on a monthly basis. Each month, club members are addressed by a guest speaker pertinent to the transportation industry. The club is an opportunity for transportation experts to network and support their colleagues in the day to day challenges of the industry.

"My colleagues in the TCT represent all walks of our great industry, ranging from rail, ocean, truck, and non-asset logistics providers", remarked Ross Cook. "Being a part of this mix allows me as well as Gordon Trucking to stay current with the many ever-changing dimensions of transportation".

In addition to the awards handed out by the club, TCT is active in raising funds for scholarships and charities through events such as the annual golf tournament and various donations. Every December TCT holds a raffle and food drive for the Emergency Food Network. This year Gordon Trucking contributed over six pallets of food items as well as $200 cash.