Women of Towing Archives - Tow Professional https://towprofessional.com/category/women-of-towing/ Your Resource for Towing & Recovery Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:36:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://towprofessional.com/wp-content/uploads/cropped-BLP_Logo2016_multi-ring-whitebg-32x32.jpg Women of Towing Archives - Tow Professional https://towprofessional.com/category/women-of-towing/ 32 32 A Legacy in Motion: The Heart Behind T-Miller Wrecker Service https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/a-legacy-in-motion-the-heart-behind-t-miller-wrecker-service/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:36:49 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11966 An Interview with Megan Ferril of T-Miller Wrecker Service By: Michelle Sukow If towing were a personality, it would be equal parts of grit and grace with a healthy dose of “figure it out and keep moving.” Megan Ferril fits that description perfectly. She is proof that you can run a serious operation, hold a […]

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]]> 11966 The Human Side of Towing https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/the-human-side-of-towing/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 23:26:15 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11905 Family, Legacy, and Life on Call A Legacy on the Line In the towing industry, trucks are not just tools of the trade. They are symbols of sacrifice, perseverance, and family pride. For many operators across the country, towing is not simply a career choice; it is a legacy. Multi-generation tow companies are woven into […]

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]]> 11905 Beyond the Hook: When Hyper-Focus Becomes a Blind Spot https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/beyond-the-hook-when-hyper-focus-becomes-a-blind-spot/ Tue, 26 Aug 2025 14:05:05 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11878 I’ll admit it….. I am a list-maker, reminder-setter, and planner junkie. If there is a system to keep me on track, I have probably tried it! When I could not find one that I liked- I made my own. I like my ducks in a row, color-coded, and marching in order. And yes, I love […]

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]]> 11878 United We Tow: Women Must Lead the Charge Toward Industry Unity https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/united-we-tow-women-must-lead-the-charge-toward-industry-unity/ Sat, 26 Jul 2025 00:24:28 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11867 In today’s rapidly shifting landscape, the need for unity in the towing industry has never been more critical. As opposing associations grow stronger and more organized, towers across the nation continue to face a challenge that hits closer to home: division within our own ranks. The Power We Give Away It is time we face […]

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]]> 11867 Towing the Line and Leaving a Legacy: Marilyn Rogers https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/towing-the-line-and-leaving-a-legacy-marilyn-rogers/ Thu, 26 Jun 2025 18:26:46 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11840 “On the Brink of a Great Career – Who’ll Push Me Off?” Marilyn Rogers might not have known just how spot-on her husband Dewey’s high school yearbook caption would be, but life sure had a way of making it true. From small-town high school sweethearts to towing industry pioneers, Marilyn and Dewey carved out a […]

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]]> 11840 A Powerhouse Redefining the Towing Industry https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/a-powerhouse-redefining-the-towing-industry/ Fri, 02 May 2025 22:05:38 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11812 When it comes to commanding attention and driving change in the towing industry, Karrie O’Neal Fogg does not just show up- she dominates it. My first encounter with Karrie in Washington, D.C., is one I will never forget. To set the scene: I am an introvert to my core, while Karrie is the exact opposite- […]

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]]> 11812 From Brake Holder to Trailblazer: Angie Haines’ Story https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/from-brake-holder-to-trailblazer-angie-haines-story/ Fri, 07 Feb 2025 17:50:04 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11788 When Darian approached me about writing articles for Tow Professional, Angie Haines immediately came to mind. Angie’s story, strength, and influence within the towing industry were too compelling not to share. Thankfully, when I reached out to her, she graciously agreed to share her story, and now I have the privilege of introducing you to […]

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]]> 11788 Breaking Up with Bad Customers: Why Firing Clients is the Ultimate Boss Move https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/breaking-up-with-bad-customers-why-firing-clients-is-the-ultimate-boss-move/ Tue, 31 Dec 2024 15:00:31 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11733 If there is one lesson every business owner learns (sometimes the hard way), it is that not all money is good money. Some customers don’t just push boundaries- they kick them down, stomp on them, and expect a refund for the privilege. Here’s the truth no one puts on the “Customer is Always Right” posters: […]

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]]> 11733 Kristen Klemenz-Westervelt https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/kristen-klemenz-westervelt/ Thu, 28 Nov 2024 09:25:43 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11721 There is a saying in this industry that we meet people by accident. But sometimes, we break down and then start our own company. That’s exactly what happened to this month’s Women in Towing Feature, Kristen Klemenz-Westervelt. Kristen and her now husband, Blaine, had a vehicle breakdown and had to wait for an extended period […]

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]]> 11721 Women In the Industry https://towprofessional.com/women-of-towing/women-in-the-industry/ Thu, 10 Oct 2024 02:16:40 +0000 https://towprofessional.com/?p=11669 Don’t get excited that I’m writing this article too because I am only substituting for this issue.  The regular writer of this column is Michelle Sukow who was just gifted with two beautiful grand babies.  What a sweet reason for her to miss writing this issue.  So, I’m filling in this month. My favorite woman […]

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