The American Trucking Associations announced that it is seeking nominations for the fourth annual Mike Russell 'Good stuff' Trucking Image Award. The award honors those that creatively generate positive awareness of the trucking industry.

'The trucking industry is essential to success of this nation,' said ATA President and CEO Bill Graves. 'It is an honor to recognize those that promote the trucking industry's role in delivering for everyday life. Our past winners have been tireless advocates for trucking and I look forward to this year's submissions.'

Submissions will be evaluated by an impartial panel of judges based on creativity, execution and reach/impact. All submissions must be submitted to the image campaign by Sept. 3, 2010. Winners will be announced during ATA's annual Management Conference & Exhibition Oct. 16-19 in Phoenix, Ariz.

'Every year submissions for this award are more impressive,' said ATA's Communication and Image Policy Committee Chairman Mike Kelley with YRCW.' 'The trucking industry has a vast pool of dedicated members and I expect many thoughtful entries again this year.'