The accolade of Leader of the Year in the FTA Everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards 2015 has been presented to Midlands entrepreneur and international freight specialist Jenny Hooper. Jenny is managing director of Nuneaton-based Independent Freight Solutions Ltd, a company which she founded in 2004 and single-handedly built into a thriving multi-million pound business. The company now employs nine people and supports the import/export and international trade activities of firms in the UK Midlands and beyond.

Jenny impressed the judges with her leadership skills both in her own company and within the industry. The results of the competition were announced at a glittering ceremony at the London Hilton Hotel on 3 June.

The FTA everywoman in Transport & Logistics Awards were established eight years ago to shine the spotlight on women who are enjoying success working in transport or logistics.

Picture: Jenny Hooper.