Tag: <span>Dean</span>

From Truck Driver to Industry Analyst: Dean Croke’s Journey

May 12, 2026

In March, the Trucker team connected with Dean Croke, a driver-turned-financial analyst, during the 2023 Mid America Trucking Show in Louisville, Kentucky. Starting his career hauling in Australia’s Outback, Croke is also an advocate for drivers and the trucking industry. (Photos by Linda Garner-Bunch/The Trucker) Dean Croke 1 Introduction to Dean Croke While many professional […]

Trucking: A Passionate Journey with Gary Dean Jones Jr.

December 2, 2025

Trucking as a Lifestyle: The Journey of Gary Dean Jones Jr. For many drivers, a career in trucking is just a means to earn a living. However, for Gary Dean Jones Jr. from Lawson, Missouri, it represents much more—a cherished lifestyle and family legacy. Jones passionately shares his affection for trucking through his business operations, […]