Storyteller Overland, Jessi Combs Foundation Set Off in ‘Trailblazer Tour Van’

Storyteller Overland, an overland vehicle and adventure-ready lifestyle company, announced a partnership with The Jessi Combs Foundation (JCF). This collaboration unites two organizations aiming to champion the next generation of women in skilled trades. Central to this partnership is the introduction of the “Trailblazer Tour Van,” a fiery red Storyteller BEAST MODE, a symbol of Jessi Combs’ spirit and relentless drive to explore, build and uplift others, company officials stated in a press release.

Combs traveled and camped out of her beloved Chevy van, using it as a launching pad for new experiences, bold undertakings and empowering those around her. Now, through the partnership between Storyteller Overland and The Jessi Combs Foundation, that spirit is reborn, noted the release. Outfitted as a mobile base for outreach, education and inspiration, the “Trailblazer Tour Van” has hit the road, carrying the torch for the next generation of trailblazers.

“Jessi is our modern-day ‘Rosie the Riveter’; proof that grit, skill and determination have no boundaries,” said Dana Wilke, co-founder & executive director of The Jessi Combs Foundation. “When you see the polka dots on this van, they’re more than decoration, they’re a declaration representing the trailblazing women of the past, present and future inspired by Jessi. We’re incredibly grateful to Storyteller Overland for supporting this mission and enabling our scholarship trailblazers to be the face of our mission out in the world in one of the coolest overland vehicles on the road today.”

JCF Scholarship Recipients to Drive the ‘Trailblazer Tour Van’ Nationwide

As part of this initiative, JCF scholarship recipients will take the wheel, continuing Combs’ legacy by using the van to reach communities that were important to her and deliver hands-on educational experiences nationwide. Together, they’re not just following Combs’ tire tracks; they’re leaving their own mark, proving there’s no limit to what women can accomplish when equipped to dream, build and lead, Storyteller Overland officials said.

The Trailblazer Van by Storyteller Overland

Storyteller Overland was founded on its community-centric approach and commitment to enabling life-changing adventures. The Jessi Combs Foundation honors the legacy of the “fastest woman on earth,” Jessi Combs, by providing scholarships and in-depth educational opportunities to help women pursue careers in manufacturing, welding and other trades. Together, they will amplify their impact and inspire countless individuals to break barriers and chase their dreams.

“At Storyteller Overland, we’ve always believed that adventure is best when it’s shared, and that the road has the power to change lives,” said Summer Trammell, chief marketing officer of Storyteller Overland. “Partnering with The Jessi Combs Foundation is a perfect expression of who we are as a community: people who show up for each other and believe there are no limits to how far you can go when you go together. Jessi embodied that spirit completely, and we’re proud to carry her legacy forward through this partnership. This is what it looks like when two communities come together to inspire the next generation of trailblazers.”

Partnership to Feature Presence at SEMA Show & Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

The collaboration will feature joint participation in key industry events and community gatherings, including the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in South Dakota and the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. The two organizations say it will offer a powerful platform to celebrate the achievements of women in the trades and connect scholarship recipients with a vibrant network of professionals and fellow adventurers.