The finalists in the 2009 national MAN everywoman in Transport and Logistics Awards are announced today, celebrating the achievements of those women making a difference in the sector.

Lesley Howe, Classroom and Driving Instructor for System Group Ltd has been named as a finalist in the Trainer of the Year category in these prestigious awards, and will be competing against two other finalists to be named winner. The winners will be announced at a luncheon ceremony at the Marriott, Grosvenor Square in London on Thursday, 14 May 2009.

Having spent her entire career in the transport industry, Lesley has spanned roles including Sales and Marketing and also spent ten years running her own small haulage company, sharing the driving with her partner. She then took on several contract roles, where her natural ability for supporting and training other drivers was recognised, and she was encouraged to apply for the position as an instructor at System Group Ltd. She has since become the only female fully qualified LGV instructor, having passed her Part Two instructor test first time with a faultless score-sheet.

Lesley feels being a female trainer often makes her more approachable, and that her calm, patient and open manner have helped her to excel. She is extremely determined, with a passion for ensuring quality in the sector, constantly setting herself goals and targets she insists on surpassing.