Lytx Inc. has announced the honorees of its annual "Driver of the Year" and "Coach of the Year" awards, presented at the 5th annual Lytx User Group Conference, that took place in San Diego. The awards acknowledge the best professional drivers and coaches currently using the Lytx DriveCam program, an elite group of individuals who are committed to improving safety and efficiency behind the wheel, and in their organization's fleet.
This year's winners include two devoted members of fire rescue departments, plus a lifelong waste industry driver who has become a beloved member of the community he serves while recording an exceptional record behind the wheel.
Lytx was founded almost 20 years ago and operates on the principle that driver performance can be dramatically improved using video and data-driven coaching. After analyzing over 70 billion driving miles of data, Lytx has a peerless expertise in identifying exceptional drivers and coaches who are going above and beyond to prioritize safety and responsible behavior, in and out of the vehicle.
"Recognizing successful drivers and coaches involved in the DriveCam program is one of our favorite responsibilities," said Del Lisk, Lytx vice president of safety services. "These individuals share our belief that safe driving is a product of continuous learning and are committed to keeping the roads safe for themselves and those with whom they share it. The 2016 award winners are true professionals who bring positive change to their companies and communities. We are proud to support and recognize their success."
Lytx is recognizing winners of the Driver of the Year award from DriveCam users across five commercial driving categories: Government; Services and Utilities; Transit/Motor Coach; For-Hire Trucking; Private Trucking; and Waste.
Government
First place winner — Joey Shoemaker of Atlanta Fire Rescue Department has been working at the fire station for 11 years and driving professionally for nine, following in his father's footsteps and fulfilling a childhood dream. He takes pride in responding to every emergency efficiently yet cautiously, keeping his crew safe so that they, in turn, can promote the safety of those in need. Outside of his many fire-related accolades, Shoemaker received the inaugural Atlanta Fire Rescue Driver of the Year award in 2016, a testament to his commitment to safe driving habits in the face of high-stress scenarios. Second Place — Danielle Condra-Gantt of MedStar Mobile Healthcare Third Place — James Scogno of Fairfax County GovernmentServices and Utilities
First place winner – Carson McCall of Murphy-Hoffman Company (MHC) has been working with the company for 10 years, and within the transportation industry for 14. Not only has McCall avoided all vehicle collisions for the past three years, he has not had a single "coachable" event in two. This is an impressive feat, especially when considering the challenge of navigating the difficult and crowded roads of Nashville, and it has earned him the internal MHC Safe Driver Award for the last two consecutive years. Second Place — Hector Gandaria of LeFleur Transportation Third Place — Lupe Medina of ARS Rescue RooterTransit/Motor Coach
First place winner — Jaime Roman of MV Transportation has been driving in a professional capacity for 16 years, during which time he has received 43 awards, each acknowledging his over-and-above commitment to safety and customer satisfaction. He is meticulous about his daily safety checks as he knows a comfortable ride for his passengers begins with their confidence in both the driver and the vehicle. Roman is known for his cheerful demeanor and his willingness to lend a helpful hand to anybody in need. Second Place — Tim Merrell of Greyhound
