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.