Awards and Honors
We’re not in it for the recognition. We just want to do the right thing. But it’s nice to be appreciated.
Business Recognition
- 2026 Progressive Railroading Rising Stars – Cameron Ginther, Jessica Lynn
- 2026 Progressive Railroading Women of Influence in Rail – Ailsa Nelson, Crystal Spurgeon
- 2026 Transport Topics Top 100 Logistics Companies
- 2025 ASLRRA Business Development Award – South Kansas & Oklahoma Railroad
- 2025 ASLRRA Jake Awards with Distinction (27 railroads)
- 2025 ASLRRA Jake Awards (4 railroads & Watco Switching)
- 2025 Ingram’s 250 – Rick Baden
- 2025 Progressive Railroading Rising Star – Michael Crosslin
- 2025 Progressive Railroading Women of Influence in Rail – Carla Ewing, Laura McNichol
- 2025 Railway Age Fast Tracker – Brent Shields
- 2025 Railway Age Women in Rail – Rebekah Garner
- 2025 Railway Track & Structures Women in Rail Engineering – Heather Padavell
- 2025 Railway Track & Structures Young Engineers Under 40 – Joe White
- 2025 Transport Topics Top 100 Logistics Companies
Honoring Team Members
Each quarter, Watco recognizes team members for taking action, living Watco’s values, and making a difference in lives and communities with our Be the Difference Awards.