Arizona Trucking Association Inc

Tolleson, AZ · Founded 1937

State trucking association representing Arizona motor carriers through legislative advocacy and compliance support

Primary audience
Students
Work area
Education
Topic
Educational Equity
Contact
Rhonda Merkel
Website Contact

About Organization

Arizona Trucking Association represents members before legislative, regulatory, and enforcement agencies, serving as the industry's voice on transportation and public policy issues while providing cost-effective services and education. Founded in 1937 and based in Tolleson, AZ, the organization operates with $1.6 million in annual revenue and 15 employees, supported by 145 volunteers.

What They Focus On

Education Access

Supports educational opportunities and removes barriers to learning for underserved populations.

Policy Advocacy

Advances systemic change through research, policy analysis, and strategic advocacy efforts.

Program Delivery

Implements evidence-based programs designed to achieve measurable outcomes and community impact.

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$1.6M

-5.6% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$1.8M

+11% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$1.7M

-10.4% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

15

+7.1% vs 2023

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $1,601,193 $1,780,851 $1,736,564 15
2023 $1,696,370 $1,604,759 $1,938,899 14
2022 $1,512,489 $1,522,055 $1,899,329 13
2020 $1,031,215 $1,026,904 $1,736,600 11
2019 $1,296,158 $1,271,134 $1,706,597 12
2018 $1,320,451 $1,319,017 $1,716,510 9

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Assess Needs

    Identifies community needs through data analysis and stakeholder engagement to inform program design.

  • 02

    Design Programs

    Develops evidence-based programs and services tailored to address identified needs and achieve measurable outcomes.

  • 03

    Deliver Services

    Implements programs through trained staff and partners to ensure quality service delivery and participant engagement.

  • 04

    Evaluate Impact

    Measures program effectiveness and collects feedback to continuously improve services and demonstrate results.

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Arizona Trucking Association Inc

Member Services

Delivers benefits, resources, and support services exclusively designed for organizational members and stakeholders.

Direct Services

Delivers targeted programs and resources to address community needs and advance organizational mission.

Capacity Building

Strengthens organizational effectiveness through infrastructure development, training, and strategic partnerships.

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Arizona Trucking Association Inc.

RM

Rhonda Merkel

Director Of Admin Operations
Full-time
Compensation: $120,640
CS

Collin Stuart

State Vice President
0 hrs/week
MD

Mark Doughty

Alt. Vice President
0 hrs/week

Milestones

1937

Organization Founded

1937

Established to serve community needs and advance organizational mission.

2020

Program Expansion

2020

Enhanced service delivery and broadened community reach through strategic initiatives.

2023

Program Expansion

2023

Enhanced service delivery and broadened community reach through strategic initiatives.

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AB
Anthony Bradley CEO/Secretary/President 040.00 hrs/week · $226,469
AD
Adis Danan Director 000.25 hrs/week
BE
Benji Elder Director 000.25 hrs/week
BH
Bill Hudnall Director 000.25 hrs/week
BM
Bruce MacRae Director 000.25 hrs/week
BH
Byron Haught Director 000.25 hrs/week
CR
Chris Ryan Director 000.25 hrs/week
CZ
Chris Zwierzynski Director 000.25 hrs/week
CL
Christopher Lynberg Director 000.25 hrs/week
DW
Dave Williams Director 000.25 hrs/week
DA
David Arbizu Director 000.25 hrs/week
DS
Dennis Stapleton Director 000.25 hrs/week
DB
Donald Blake Director 000.25 hrs/week
DD
Doug Dwiggins Chair 000.25 hrs/week
DP
Doug Prall Director 000.25 hrs/week
GD
Gary Doyle Director 000.25 hrs/week
GC
George Cravens Director 000.25 hrs/week
JG
Jeff Gennaro Director 000.25 hrs/week
JP
Josh Proctor Director 000.25 hrs/week
JC
Justin Clarke Director 000.25 hrs/week
LW
Larry Woolson Director 000.25 hrs/week
MP
Matt Planeta Director 000.25 hrs/week
MY
Michael Yadon Treasurer 000.25 hrs/week
MJ
Micheal Jimenez Director 000.25 hrs/week
MB
Mike Barr Director 000.25 hrs/week
MC
Mike Clinkingbeard Director 000.25 hrs/week
MH
Mike Hilburn Director 000.25 hrs/week
MK
Mike Kunde Director 000.25 hrs/week
MH
Mikes Hannon Director 000.25 hrs/week
PH
Parker Hancock Vice Chair 000.25 hrs/week
P
Pjmiller Director 000.25 hrs/week
RB
Rich Bren Director 000.25 hrs/week
RK
Robert Knapp Director 000.25 hrs/week
RE
Ron Eddleman Director 000.25 hrs/week
RT
Russ Thompson Director 000.25 hrs/week
RB
Ryan Barney Director 000.25 hrs/week
SH
Scott Hutchings Director 000.25 hrs/week
SW
Sean Williams Director 000.25 hrs/week
SR
Shon Rasmussen Director 000.25 hrs/week
SH
Steve Hitchcock Director 000.25 hrs/week
TN
Tim Noeding Director 000.25 hrs/week
TM
Tj Morgan Director 000.25 hrs/week
XO
Xavier Ortega Past Chair 000.25 hrs/week
DB
David Berry Board Member
DB
Douglas Burkard Board Member
RD
Robert “Chip” Dircks Board Member
RD
Richard Dungan Board Member
WE
William Ewing Board Member
SG
Steve Goodrich Board Member
RL
Richard Landis Board Member
CM
Clyde McDonald Board Member
HM
Harold Merkel Board Member
JM
Jim Miller Board Member
TM
Tom Morgan, Citizen’s Auto Stage Board Member
MS
Mike Shannon Board Member
CS
Collin Stewart Board Member
FT
Freeman Theriault Board Member
BW
Bart Wilson Board Member
MY
Mike Yadon Board Member

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$403K

Highest Paid

$266K

Anthony Bradley

Compensated Officers

2

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Anthony Bradley CEO/Secretary/President $226,469 $39,506 $265,975 040
Rhonda Merkel Director Of Admin Operations $120,640 $15,951 $136,591 040

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$107K

Total Forgiven

$107K

100% forgiven

Jobs Retained

8

Loan Details 1 loan

$106,605
Forgiven
Forgiven: $106,949 100%
Approved Feb 6, 2021
Lender Enterprise Bank & Trust
Jobs Reported 8
Forgiven On Jun 15, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Contact

Get in touch with Arizona Trucking Association Inc

Phone

(602) 850-6000

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7500 W Madison St Tolleson, AZ 85353