Business Wire·Nov 12, 2026, 6:55 AM ET

Three Ryder Leaders Named Top Women in Supply Chain

Ryder System, Inc. honored three leaders with the 2026 Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award from Supply & Demand Chain Executive & Food Logistics magazines.
Cherie Brinkerhoff received the Trailblazer award for shaping logistics futures, overseeing $900 million in operations across 40 North American locations.
Brinkerhoff transformed a Midwest hospital network's supply chain to a self-distribution model, achieving over 99% fulfillment rates, 100% real-time visibility, & an 80% reduction in order processing costs.
Kimberly Boan was recognized as a Workforce Innovator for advancing education & workforce development, generating over $6.5 million in savings for a major industrial customer since 2024.
Boan's team drove continuous improvement, cultivated high-performing teams, & prioritized employee development & retention within the automotive, aerospace, & industrial vertical.
Christine Xiong received the Rising Star award for her vision as an emerging professional leading quality assurance & continuous improvement across a $300 million portfolio.
Xiong's initiatives improved customer satisfaction scores & generated nearly $2 million in single-year savings through process improvements, space optimization, & resource efficiency.
Ryder System, Inc. is a nearly $13 billion provider of logistics & transportation services operating 240,000 vehicles, 800 maintenance locations, & 320 warehouses globally.