Founders Wall
Help build the school, brick by brick.
Trucking Life Academy is being built by drivers, for drivers. Every founder who backs it gets their name on the wall — and puts a real person one step closer to a CDL.
$12,060 raised
of $11,550 goal
FUNDED — THE WALL IS COMPLETE
100% funded
51 founders on the wall
Goal shown is the current build target. Founders are recognized on the wall below.
The founders
The drivers and businesses building this school, shown in founder order within each tier.
Iron Founder
David Gresham
Thomas Fields
Rosedale Transport
Davis Claudeton
Steel Founder
Gary Ford
Jose Cotto
Greg Walker
Mario Capston
Jon Blankenship
Rush Enterprises
Idle Demon Inc
Ricky M. Rosenbalm
Phil Ciarco — NPM Trucking LLC
Lauren Gresham
Frederick C. Knapp
Brick Founder
Sam Tusk
Chris Nalley
Terry Hostetler
Billy Joe Poole
J.A. Gresham
R.A. Harper
Steve Snyder
Jose Cotto
Sean Conway
David Chasteen
Clint E. Ingram
Bryce Jennex
Will Bethstern
Shell Fardods
Phil Tuts
Joe Wise
Joel Jenkins
Daniel Quijada
Keith Cambell
One Busted Trucker
Founder / Shirt
James R. Shaw
Ernest Murry
Stacey Beavers
Chad Huckelby
Bear & Bug Logistics
Kyle Koerner
Deirdre Monice Sanders
Edward Colon
Zac Elrod
Matt Allgood
Barry Van Hammee Jr
Barry Van Hammee Jr
Jesus Chapa
Gunny
Luxury Autos
Cameron Barnes
Ways to found the school
Pick the level that fits. Exact contribution amounts are being finalized — Placeholder: amounts TBD — so reach out and we’ll walk you through it.
Equipment Sponsor
Fund a real piece of training equipment that every future class will learn on.
Student Sponsor
Put a driver in the seat — back a student’s path to a CDL and a career.
Iron Founder
A cornerstone contribution toward getting the school built and rolling.
6 of 10 spots open
Steel Founder
A major boost to the build — your name high on the wall.
14 of 25 spots open
Brick Founder
Lay a brick in the foundation. Every founder counts, no matter the size.
30 of 50 spots open
Founder / Shirt
Wear the build. A founder shirt puts your name on the wall and on the road.
4 of 20 spots open
Become a founder
Tell us you’re in and Shawn will reach out personally. No payment is collected here — this just starts the conversation.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Founders Wall?
It’s how the community helps build Trucking Life Academy. Founders who back the school get their name — and their business, if they have one — recognized on the wall. The money funds real drivers getting a real shot behind the wheel.
Is my contribution tax-deductible?
That depends on your situation and how the contribution is structured. We’ll confirm the details with you directly — don’t treat anything here as tax advice.
How do I actually pay?
You don’t pay on this page. Tell us you’re interested and Shawn follows up personally to arrange the contribution in whatever way works best for you.
Can my business be listed?
Yes. Business founders can have their name and a link shown on the wall. Paid placements are marked appropriately so everything stays above board.