next generation in trucking association

What next generation in trucking association does

Next Generation in Trucking Association (NGT), doing business as NextGen Trucking, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2021 and headquartered in Prospect, Kentucky. The organization addresses the U.S. commercial driver shortage — quantified at over 80,000 drivers in late 2024 and projected to exceed 160,000 by 2030 — by promoting trucking careers to young people, building and enhancing school-based training programs (CDL, diesel technology, and supply chain/logistics), and connecting student talent with industry employers through a nationally registered DOL apprenticeship program co-developed with Fastport.

NGT's platform centers on a web-based member portal, an extensive video library, the NGT Talks podcast, and proprietary educational assets including the first-ever high school CDL curriculum guide (aligned with FMCSA ELDT standards and funded by the PepsiCo Foundation and Knorr-Bremse Global Cares Foundation) and the TruckFit driver health and wellness curriculum. Adjacent offerings include free JOBehaviors-powered career assessments, CDL training and scholarship resources, the Train the Trainer educator workshop, and recognition programs (Career Catalyst Awards, NEXT Top Talent Award, Student of the Month). The organization is governed by a board that includes executives from Amazon, Performance Food Group, Fastport, DriverReach, Project 61, NTI, and IFDA.

NGT monetizes through tiered annual memberships (free for high school students up to $1,500 for allied members), four corporate sponsorship levels ($2,500 to $25,000 Champion tier), and tax-deductible donations including foundation grants. Champion members include ACT1, Descartes Systems, Fastport, and Performance Food Group. With 1-10 employees, NGT is a lean coordinator rather than a direct service provider; its strategic value lies in convening schools, carriers, technology vendors, and philanthropic funders around standardized workforce development programs for the trucking and supply chain industries.

Name

next generation in trucking association

Legal name

Next Generation in Trucking Association

Website

https://nextgentrucking.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Next Generation in Trucking Association is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that promotes trucking careers, builds school-based CDL and diesel tech training programs, and connects students with carriers and supply chain employers through curriculum, apprenticeships, and recognition programs across North America.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Prospect Hill

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees from various tiers including students, professionals, schools, carriers, and allied organizations. Fees range from free for high school students to $1,500 for allied members.
2. Sponsorship Programs: Corporate sponsorship tiers including Partner ($2,500), Advocate ($5,000), Investor ($10,000), and Champion ($25,000), with all sponsorship levels receiving NGT membership.
3. Donations: Tax-deductible donations to support foundation initiatives, student scholarships, and educational resources development.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels12 records

Core offering

The Next Generation in Trucking Association (NGT) is a national nonprofit membership organization that promotes careers in the trucking industry, builds and enhances school-based training programs (CDL, diesel tech, supply chain logistics), connects students and young talent with trucking employers through apprenticeship pathways, and celebrates industry achievements through recognition programs. The association offers standardized curriculum guides, professional development workshops, student career resources, and corporate membership tiers funded through dues, sponsorships, and foundation grants.

Product overview

Next Generation in Trucking Association is a nonprofit membership organization founded in 2021 that promotes careers in the trucking industry through workforce development programs, educational resources, and recognition initiatives. The organization operates as a platform offering multiple interconnected programs: award programs (Career Catalyst Awards, NEXT Top Talent Award, Student of the Month), educational resources (High School CDL Curriculum Guide, TruckFit Curriculum, Video Library), student services (Free Career Assessments, CDL Training Resources, Scholarship Programs), professional development (Train the Trainer Workshop), and content series (NGT Talks Podcast). The NGT Foundation serves as the nonprofit arm focused on awareness initiatives, scholarships, and school program support. Together, these offerings create a comprehensive ecosystem connecting schools, students, educators, and trucking employers to build the next generation of trucking and supply chain professionals.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• High School CDL Curriculum Guide A comprehensive curriculum guide for high school teachers preparing students for CDL careers. Includes lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, handouts, and assessments aligned with FMCSA ELDT standards. Designed for Career and Technical Education instructors building trucking programs.
• TruckFit Curriculum A health and wellness video curriculum teaching new commercial drivers how to maintain a healthy lifestyle on the road. Covers fitness, nutrition, mental health, and injury prevention in easy-to-follow lessons, available in LMS-ready format.
• Free Career Assessments Online JOBehaviors career assessment tools for students including Class A CDL Truck Driver Assessment, Delivery Driver Assessment, Diesel Technician Assessment, and Auto Technician Training Candidate Assessment. Helps match students' natural abilities and interests with careers in trucking.
• Train the Trainer Workshop An annual educator workshop providing CDL instructors and career technical education teachers with teaching strategies, industry insights, and tools for engaging younger generations in trucking careers.
• NGT Membership Program Annual tiered membership program for individuals and organizations in the trucking ecosystem. Tiers include free high school student membership, professional driver/technician, individual/non-driver, schools/associations/municipalities, carriers/dealers by employee size, and allied organizations. Includes access to member portal, resources, and community.
• Video Library Online collection of educational videos covering trucking careers including day-in-the-life profiles, career pathways, technology in trucking, and student testimonials.
• NGT Talks Podcast Podcast series featuring conversations with trucking industry leaders about workforce development, women in trucking, second-chance hiring, and the future of transportation.
• CDL Training Resources Resources guiding students through the CDL licensing process including CLP preparation, DOT physical requirements, ELDT training, and links to state-specific CDL manuals and training providers.
• Nationally Registered DOL Apprenticeship Program National Registered Apprenticeship program for the trucking industry, providing standardized workforce development credentials and structured pathways from school to career.

Quantifiable outcome

• 28 companies recognized with Career Catalyst Awards in 2026 for workforce development efforts
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

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Feature4 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and champion.

• Project 61coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 May 2026NGT supported Project 61's 16-part Driver Health Video Series designed to address the significantly lower life expectancy of commercial truck drivers. NGT provided organizational support for content distribution to drivers, fleets, and training programs across the trucking industry.
• FastportcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-sponsor of National Program Standard with NGT, helping open doors in trucking, diesel technology, and logistics. Fastport creates structured pathways through Registered Apprenticeship programs and school-to-career partnerships.
• ACT1championStrategic or Co-development PartnerChampion member of NGT supporting workforce development initiatives in the trucking industry.
• Descartes SystemschampionStrategic or Co-development PartnerChampion member and event partner hosting Descartes Innovation Forum where NGT participates.
• Performance Food GroupchampionStrategic or Co-development PartnerChampion member supporting NGT's mission to build the next generation of trucking professionals.
• TMSA (Transportation Marketing & Sales Association)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with NGT for the Future Forward Volunteer Program giving college students access to the TMSA ELEVATE Conference and transportation/logistics industry exposure.
• Dr. Mark Manera of OffshiftcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborating with NGT Foundation to develop TruckFit Curriculum video series for driver health and wellness education.
• National FFA OrganizationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFFA convention participation where NGT promotes trucking careers to agricultural education students and Future Farmers.
• SkillsUSAcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNGT supports SkillsUSA national convention where students compete in skilled trades competitions including diesel technology.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves2 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• National FFA Organization: Youth career development nonprofit that partners with NGT to expose agricultural education students to trucking careers. Comparable nonprofit education-to-career pipeline model serving high school students.
• Truckload Carriers Association: Trade association representing truckload carriers and addressing industry workforce challenges. Comparable nonprofit association model serving overlapping trucking industry stakeholders.
• TechForce Foundation: Nonprofit focused on workforce development and scholarships for students pursuing careers as professional technicians, including diesel and automotive. Closely aligned with NGT's mission of building skilled-trade pipelines through education and scholarships.
• Women in Trucking Association: Industry association focused on promoting trucking careers to a specific demographic. Mirrors NGT's nonprofit association model and workforce development mission within the same trucking industry.
• Project 61: Nonprofit focused on commercial driver health and wellness, addressing the shortened life expectancy of drivers. Co-developed driver health video content with NGT Foundation and operates in the same trucking workforce mission space.
• Trucking Cares Foundation: Philanthropic arm of the trucking industry that funds workforce and community initiatives. Major funding partner of NGT ($200,000 in 2024) with overlapping nonprofit funding and workforce development objectives.
• National SkillsUSA: Nonprofit focused on skilled trades education, workforce development, and student recognition through competitions. Partners directly with NGT on diesel technology competitions and career pathway exposure.
• Fastport: Apprenticeship technology platform that co-developed the National Program Standard with NGT and is a Champion member. Operates adjacent technology infrastructure for Registered Apprenticeship programs in trucking and diesel.

Others

• Jobs for the Future: National nonprofit focused on workforce development and economic mobility across multiple industries. Adjacent organization working on similar education-to-career pathway challenges but with a broader sector mandate.

Broad incumbents

• American Trucking Associations: The largest national trade association for the US trucking industry. Operates as a broad incumbent that addresses industry-wide issues including workforce development, advocacy, and policy, overlapping with NGT's mission but with a much wider scope.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks1 record

Key highlights1 record

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries1 record

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