Type Of Business:
Trucking Company
Expertise:
Mrs. Whiteside's expertise includes overseeing the daily operations of logistics, as well as compliance management and staff supervision.
Major Product/SVS:
Transportation of Dry Commodities
Favorite Business Publication:
NFIB Publications; Small Business Opportunities
Hobbies/Sports:
Spending Time with her Grandchildren, Reading, Crocheting, Riding her ATV
Affiliations Awards:
St. Jude's Hospital; National Federation of Independent Business; National Rifle Association; American Heart Association
Place of Birth:
Gaston County
Children's Names:
Chad, Mary
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The highlight of Ms. Whiteside's career was when her company became "incorporated."
Charity:
Muscular Dystrophy Association; Kidney Foundation
Number Of Years In Profession:
35
Number Of Years In Current Position:
14
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her faith in Jesus Christ, along with her hard work and determination to leave a productive business to her family.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession through her husband's influence, as he always had a passion for starting a trucking company that treats its employees with respect and loyalty.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Whiteside has worked in business management for over 33 years, the last 12 years for Whiteside Cotton Carriers, Inc.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Scheduling, Serving as the Head Dispatch, Overseeing Human Resources and Client Management, Handling Accounting and Financial Reporting
Awards/Honors:
Award, National Federation of Independent Business
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Whiteside intends to continue to follow Jesus Christ and trust the path he lays out for her.