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NAFA Northcentral Regional Meeting (Sept 2026)

September 16 @ 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

This program brings together fleet professionals and industry leaders for a practical look at the challenges shaping today’s fleet operations. Through a combination of real-world lessons and candid peer discussion, attendees will gain actionable insights they can apply within their own organizations.

Educational sessions include:

Beyond the Storm: Fleet Leadership Lessons from Hurricane Katrina: Mike Camnetar, NAFA Immediate Past President, will share firsthand lessons from Hurricane Katrina, exploring fleet leadership, emergency response, resilience, and decision-making during a major crisis.

Roadside Ready: Vehicle Inspections, Compliance & Post-Accident Investigations: The Nebraska State Patrol’s Carrier Enforcement Division will provide a practical look at vehicle inspections, compliance, and what fleet professionals should understand about roadside enforcement and post-accident investigations. 

Fleet Unfiltered: Real Talk with Industry Leaders: This interactive panel discussion will bring fleet leaders together for a candid conversation about the issues they are facing today, the approaches that are working, and the lessons they have learned along the way.

Moderator: Joe Hoiberg, Asset Manager, Stanley Consultants
Panelists:

  • Peggy Schuette, Veolia Water Technology & Solutions
  • Tom Zach, Assistant Director of Transportation, Metropolitan Utilities District
  • Russ Wilson, Fleet Engineer, Montana-Dakota Utilities Co.
  • Scott Gorden, Equipment Services Manager, City of Omaha, NE



When: September 16, 2026. 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. CT

Where: DC Centre, 11830 Stonegate Dr., Omaha, NE 68164

Registration Fee: $45 for NAFA Members and $65 for Non-Members and Guests (Includes a light breakfast, lunch, afternoon snack and all educational sessions)

Registration Deadline: September 10, 2026. 9:30 am ET

Agenda*: 

9:30-10:00 a.m.: Check-in
10:00-10:30 a.m.: Welcome, Introductions, and NAFA Update
10:30-11:30 a.m.: Beyond the Storm: Fleet Leadership Lessons from Hurricane Katrina with Mike Camnetar (NAFA Immediate Past President)
11:30 am-12:00 p.m.: Sponsor Spotlights and Networking
12:00-12:45 p.m.: Lunch
12:45-1:45 p.m.: Roadside Ready: Vehicle Inspections, Compliance & Post-Accident Investigations – Carrier Enforcement Division with the Nebraska State Patrol
1:45-2:15 p.m.: Sponsor Snack Break
2:15-3:15 p.m.: Fleet Unfiltered – Real Talk with Industry Leaders (Panel Discussion)
3:15-3:30 p.m.: Closing Remarks

*Schedule is subject to change. All session times listed in CT.


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