About the VTBA

The Vermont Truck & Bus Association is a non-profit trade association representing truck owners and operators. As a member, our monthly newsletter and mailings inform you of all federal and state regulations affecting truck owners and operators.

Mission Statement

Vermont Truck & Bus Association objectives shall be to: promote a motor transport system which will serve the citizens of Vermont reliably, efficiently, safely, and economically; serve as an advocate for motor transport before federal, state and municipal government bodies; communicate the mission of motor transport to the general public through media and personal appearances; foster the principles of the Association through promotion of its services that may enhance the operation of its participating members; encourage cooperation, courtesy, and safety among highway users; encourage construction and maintenance of safe and adequate highways; provide insurance programs for the benefit of the members, their employees and their dependents; continue to identify and implement new programs and services that are beneficial to the Association and its members and to do all the things incidental and necessary for said objectives within the provisions of the law.

Full-Time Staff

To contact a member of the VTBA full-time staff, you can send an email.

Staff MemberRolePhone
Joseph SculleyVTBA Executive Director/Official Spokesperson Governmental Affairs(603) 224-7337
William SmithGovernment Affairs(802) 479-1778
MaryGrace JohansenDirector of Safety & Loss Control(603) 415-8402
Amy ChadbourneFull Charge Bookkeeper(603) 415-8315
Dorothy BryantBenefits Administrator(603) 415-8313
Zoe SzokOffice Administrator & Events Coordinator(802) 479-1778

Officers

MemberPositionAssociation
Emo ChenowethPresidentButler Bus
Kate KillroyClerk-TreasurerFedEx
Dave MalloyVice PresidentBellavance Trucking Co
Joe SculleyExecutive DirectorVermont Trucking & Bus Association

Executive Members

MemberAssociation
Rona BruneauB&B Trucking, Inc.
Allen CrossJade's Express

Board of Directors

MemberAssociation
Kimberly LemieuxMike Lemieux Trucking, Inc
Brad RavlinRIG Insurance Services
Mark GiuffreUPS
Michelle Cass FortinCass Insurance
Casey DanforthTransEastern Truck Centers
Tyler LaFountainTyler's Trucking
Tony CarpenterCarpenter's Motor Transport
Jeff NewtonBarrett's Trucking
Stacy EmersonStudent Transportation of VT
Donald HemenwayEvans Group, Inc.

Membership Services Overview

Fleet & Cargo Insurance Program

VTBA has joined with Acadia Insurance Company to offer a cargo and fleet insurance program which includes competitive rates, dividends, one-hour claim service and more. Qualified members may also join the NH Motor Transportation Safety Group and potentially earn back dividends.

Legislative Support

You are well-represented in the New Hampshire Legislature. William Smith is a registered lobbyist for the VTBA. The success rate of the association’s lobbying efforts has established the VTBA as one of the most effective trade associations on record.

Forms and Supplies

All the forms and supplies required by State and Federal governments for the transportation industry are available through the VTBA office. We buy our materials in bulk to offer you the lowest prices in the state.

Newsletter and Email Blast

A weekly newsletter and weekly email containing industry updates, regulation changes and information that is pertinent to your business.

Other Member Services are available for additional fees.

Education Services

Throughout the year, seminars on safety, forklifts, air brakes, HAZMAT, drug & alcohol testing, and more are scheduled so you can learn firsthand from the experts in these areas.

Drug & Alcohol Testing Program

The VTBA has a comprehensive drug & alcohol random testing program that meets all Federal and State requirements. You must be a member of VTBA to join the program.

Clearinghouse

VTBA will assist with compliance requirements, including Clearinghouse C/TPA services(for members of the VTBA Drug and Alcohol Program).

Dental Program

The VTBA has a fully insured product with Northeast Delta Dental. Members receive a substantial discount on premiums instead of going to Northeast Delta Dental directly. No minimum employee participation is required.

Vision Program

The VTBA has a fully insured product called DeltaVision. No minimum employee participation is required.