TCA Appoints Jim Mullen as President Effective April 6

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has named Jim Mullen, former interim head of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), as its next president, effective April 6, 2026. Mullen will succeed Jim Ward and is scheduled to attend the TCA annual meeting in Orlando on February 28, 2026. A former general counsel and acting administrator at FMCSA (2018–2020), Mullen most recently served as chief legal officer at TuSimple, an autonomous trucking company that went private. He also leads the Clean Freight Coalition and has held legal roles at Werner Enterprises (NASDAQ: WERN). “Jim’s depth of experience, steady leadership, and strong understanding of the issues facing our industry make him the right person to lead TCA into its next chapter,” said TCA chair Karen Smerchek. “His appointment reflects our commitment to continuity, momentum, and delivering meaningful value to our members.”