Two XPO Leaders Named 2026 Top Women to Watch in Trucking
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XPO (NYSE: XPO) announced that Chelsey Johnston and Molly Borkgren were named 2026 Top Women to Watch in Trucking by the Women in Trucking Association on March 26, 2026. The recognition honors their leadership, impact in freight transportation, and contributions to talent development and customer relationships.
Johnston supports XPO’s Northeast region and Road Flex Operation in human resources; Borkgren is an enterprise account executive managing large 3PL customer relationships.
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News Market Reaction – XPO
In the Mar 26 session, XPO declined 0.76%, reflecting a mild negative market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17 | Leadership recognition | Positive | +1.7% | Three XPO leaders honored as 2026 “Pros to Know” in supply chain. |
| Mar 02 | Operating metrics update | Positive | +0.1% | February North American LTL tonnage per day up, driven by higher shipments. |
| Feb 05 | Quarterly earnings | Neutral | +3.4% | Q4 2025 revenue grew while net income and EPS declined year over year. |
| Jan 29 | Driver recognition | Positive | +1.8% | Two drivers named Captains for 2026–2027 America’s Road Team. |
| Jan 21 | Corporate reputation award | Positive | +2.7% | Named to Fortune’s 2026 World’s Most Admired Companies list. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Recent company news, especially awards and recognition, has generally coincided with modest positive next-day price reactions.
Over recent months, XPO has highlighted multiple recognition and performance milestones. In January–March 2026, awards such as Fortune’s World’s Most Admired Companies 2026 and America’s Road Team selections were followed by positive moves between ~1.8% and 2.7%. Operational updates, including February LTL tonnage per day +0.2% YoY, and mixed-but-growing Q4 2025 results (revenue $2.01B, net income $59M) also saw modest gains. Today’s leadership recognition fits this pattern of reputational news accompanying an already constructive price trend.
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Chelsey Johnston and Molly Borkgren recognized by the Women in Trucking Association for their leadership and impact in the freight transportation industry
GREENWICH, CONN., March 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- XPO (NYSE: XPO), a leading provider of freight transportation in North America, announced today that human resources director Chelsey Johnston and enterprise account executive Molly Borkgren have been named “Top Women to Watch in Trucking” for 2026 by the Women in Trucking Association.
The Top Women to Watch in Trucking recognition honors women who have made meaningful contributions to the transportation industry and demonstrated strong leadership, influence and a commitment to advancing the profession.
Chelsey Johnston is a human resources director supporting XPO’s Northeast region and Road Flex Operation. Bringing over a decade of experience in human resources, she has been recognized for her leadership and impact supporting teammates across the organization. In her role, she partners closely with leaders to strengthen talent development, drive engagement and support initiatives that enable teams to perform at their best.
Molly Borkgren is an enterprise account executive who has been recognized for her contributions supporting complex customer relationships and driving strategic growth. She works closely with some of XPO’s largest 3PL customers to deliver tailored solutions and build long-term partnerships to support the company’s continued success.
“Chelsey and Molly exemplify the leadership, dedication and talent that make a lasting impact at XPO,” said chief human resources officer Carolyn Roach. “Their contributions strengthen our organization and reflect the important role women continue to play in shaping the future of transportation.”
The Women in Trucking Association is a nonprofit organization focused on encouraging the employment of women in the trucking industry, promoting their accomplishments and minimizing obstacles faced by women working in the field.
About XPO
XPO, Inc. (NYSE: XPO) is a leader in asset-based less-than-truckload (LTL) freight transportation in North America. The company’s customer-focused organization efficiently moves 16 billion pounds of freight per year, enabled by its proprietary technology. XPO serves 55,000 customers with 592 locations and 37,000 employees in North America and Europe, and is headquartered in Greenwich, Conn., USA. Visit xpo.com for more information, and connect with XPO on LinkedIn, Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.
Media Contact
Cole Horton
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