Washington – Today, the American Trucking Associations’ President and CEO Chris Spear issued the following statement on the passing of Thomas J. Donohue, former President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce and ATA:
“America has lost one of the most passionate advocates for free enterprise. Tom was a powerful voice for all businesses, employers and their employees.
“His time as President and CEO of the American Trucking Associations cemented his unyielding commitment to our industry. He was a persuasive leader, a personal mentor to me and a dear friend. Tom leaves the world better than when he entered it.”
Donohue joined ATA as President and CEO in 1984 before leaving in 1997 to lead the Chamber.