Her Story
About Mona
Mona Beedle is a seasoned transportation professional, ordained minister, author, and faith-based leader with more than 38 years of experience in the trucking industry. Throughout her career, she has combined her passion for serving others with her extensive knowledge of the transportation sector, using her platform to encourage, mentor, and support individuals both on and off the road. Her unique ability to connect with people from all walks of life has allowed her to build meaningful relationships and make a lasting impact within the trucking community.
As the founder and CEO of Treasured Words Outreach, formerly Trucking Angels for Christ Ministries, Mona leads initiatives dedicated to empowering women in trucking through faith, fellowship, education, and encouragement. She is also the host of the Faith in Every Mile podcast, where she shares inspirational messages, practical insights, and stories of hope with drivers and listeners across the country. Through her ministry work, speaking engagements, and outreach efforts at trucking events, she remains committed to helping others navigate both life's challenges and their spiritual journeys with purpose and resilience.
In addition to her leadership and ministry roles, Mona is an accomplished freelance writer and contributor to Gear Jammer Magazine, where she has authored inspirational columns for the past four years. Her diverse professional background includes experience in legal administration, architectural drafting studies, and entrepreneurship, including operating online retail ventures. Whether behind the wheel, behind a microphone, or behind the written word, Mona's mission remains the same: to inspire, uplift, and serve others while demonstrating faith, integrity, and compassion in every mile of life's journey.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Mona
01What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to determination and not quitting. This industry is brutal because it isn't a man's industry, and they can be brutal. There have been a lot of women who have quit doing this because of what's been said and things like that. So I would say you have to be determined and just don't quit. That's what has gotten me here after 38 years in trucking.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I've ever received is don't think you know it all. When you get out here in these trucks and you think that you know it all and you've mastered it, it could be deadly. You want to pay attention to everything that you do, pay attention to everybody around you, and just be cautious of what you do. In trucking, overconfidence can be dangerous, so staying humble and alert is essential.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to women entering the trucking industry is go for it and be the best that you can be. I say wear it well. This industry doesn't have a lot of women. I started when there were very few women, but now there are more women coming out into the industry. It's a calling, it's a lifestyle, so that's why I say wear it well. And always pray first before you move your truck. Don't let the fact that it's been a male-dominated industry hold you back. Be determined, be confident, and don't quit no matter what challenges or criticism you face.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
The opportunities in trucking are endless. You can start as a company driver and move up to owning your own company, and maybe possibly your own fleet. The challenges of driving truck are being away from your family. You miss out on so much if you're over the road like I have been for many years. You miss out on birthdays, you miss out on anniversaries, and you can never promise anything because you just never know from one day to the next where the driving may take you. The sacrifice of time away from loved ones and missing important life events is one of the biggest challenges in this profession.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
In my work, the most important value is to represent yourself well. Trucking is a profession, but some people don't look at it that way, so you need to represent your company and represent yourself well. As far as my personal values, it's Kingdom building all the way. Trucking is my life and Christ is my life, so those are the things that I value. Family is also important to me. I believe in staying professional on the road while keeping my faith and family at the center of everything I do.
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