On this edition of Nemo Nation, hosts Dave Nemo and Jimmy Mac welcome Raman Singh Dhillon, CEO of the North American Punjabi Trucking Association (NAPTA), founder and CEO of Punjabi Trucking Magazine, and host of the Punjabi Trucking 360 Podcast.

Raman shares his perspective on the English Language Proficiency (ELP) issue, urging the industry to judge drivers by their skills and professionalism—not by their appearance or accent. He also discusses the growing influence of Punjabi drivers in North America and how NAPTA continues to support education, safety, and advocacy across the trucking community.

Guest Links:

Punjabi Trucking 360 Podcast: https://www.punjabitrucking360.com/

Punjabi Trucking Magazine:  / punjabitruckingmagazine 

North American Punjabi Trucking Association (NAPTA): https://www.gonapta.org/

About Raman Singh Dhillon:

Raman Singh Dhillon is a respected leader and advocate in the North American trucking industry. A former truck driver turned entrepreneur, Raman founded NAPTA to provide resources, education, and advocacy for Punjabi-speaking truckers. He also leads Punjabi Trucking Magazine, a trusted source of industry news and insights, and hosts the Punjabi Trucking 360 Podcast.

His work bridges cultural understanding and professional growth, ensuring drivers are valued for their abilities and contributions—not judged by their background. Raman also collaborates with advocacy groups like the Sikh Coalition, promoting inclusivity and fairness throughout the industry.

Learn more about Raman’s work:

https://sikhspeakersnetwork.org/perso...

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