28/09/2026
I’m incredibly honored and humbled to be named the inaugural 2026 Voice of the Road Award recipient by REAL Women in Trucking. ❤️🚛
A HUGE thank you to everyone in my community who voted, shared, encouraged me, and believed in me. Every vote and every message meant something.
This is OUR award, not just mine. ❤️
And congratulations to my fellow finalists, Rachel Jane Addison, Mona Beedle, and Susan Couch. It’s an honor to be recognized alongside you.
I’ll keep using my voice, sharing our stories, and reminding others:
Your starting point does not define your destination. 🇵🇷❤️
The votes are in! 💜🏆
REAL Women in Trucking is proud to announce Natasha Cruz-Sanchez as the inaugural 2026 Voice of the Road Award winner!
Natasha’s voice is one of purpose—rooted in education, advocacy, safety, representation, and a commitment to bringing the experiences of professional drivers into the conversations shaping our industry.
In Natasha’s words:
“Your starting point does not define your destination.”
We also proudly recognize our three outstanding finalists:
Rachel Jane Addison — Her voice is strong and steady, grounded in mentorship and lifting other women as they find their place in trucking.
Mona Beedle — Her voice is filled with faith and fellowship, using service and encouragement to remind drivers they are seen and valued.
Susan Couch — Her voice is resilient, turning adversity into advocacy, hope, and support for others throughout the trucking community.
To everyone who read their stories, supported these women, and cast a vote by liking their finalist photos: thank you for using your voice, too.
Congratulations to Natasha, Rachel, Mona, and Susan. Four women. Four journeys. Four voices that deserve to be heard.
