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SUMMARY:FLEETSolutions Live Webinar Series: Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for FLEETSolutions Live! Seminar Series\, where industry leaders explore how artificial intelligence is redefining the future of fleet management. This series examines the practical applications of AI across operations\, safety\, and sustainability. Participants will learn how cutting-edge tools can right-size fleets by seamlessly integrating personal vehicles\, reducing costs\, and improving policy compliance. The series also highlights how AI strengthens safety cultures and supports long-term sustainability through predictive maintenance\, driver monitoring\, and lifecycle optimization. Finally\, we’ll explore the next generation of fleet innovation\, where AI and machine learning transform massive volumes of operational data into real-time insights that drive smarter\, faster decisions. Curated from NAFA’s flagship publication\, FLEETSolutions magazine\, this series offers fleet professionals a forward-looking roadmap to harness AI for efficiency\, risk reduction\, and long-term success.  \nWhen: October 7-9 from 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET  \nRegistration Cost: Free for NAFA Members | $99 Non-members  \n** The Zoom Link information will be shared prior to the start of the seminar series. \n \n\n \nTuesday\, October 7\, 2025  | Right-Sizing Ready? Use AI Tools to Seamlessly Blend Personal Vehicles Into Your Fleet  \nDiscover how new-to-market\, industry-leading AI tools can help you right-size your fleet by integrating personal vehicles where it makes sense—boosting utilization\, cutting costs\, and giving you the visibility you need to make smarter decisions.  \nKey topics include:  \n\nReducing total cost of ownership \nAccelerating access to fleet insights \nImproving monitoring of grey fleet activity \nMaintaining operational focus \nManaging vehicle reimbursement policies \n\nThe session is designed for fleet professionals seeking to modernize operations and make data-driven decisions about fleet composition.  \nSpeakers: \nLee Adam \nDirector of Product Marketing \nCardata  \nShane Westra \nChief Product and Technology Officer \nCardata   \nBios: \n \nLee Adam is a recognized expert in vehicle reimbursement strategy\, specializing in helping fleet managers optimize costs\, ensure compliance\, and build programs tailored to their unique operations. As Director of Product Marketing at Cardata—the modern approach to vehicle reimbursement and workforce mobility—she partners with organizations to create data-driven solutions that align fleet policy with business goals. Her expertise spans grey fleet integration\, IRS-compliant reimbursement models\, and cost control strategies that boost efficiency while maintaining driver satisfaction. With years of experience advising companies across industries\, Lee is a trusted partner to fleet leaders ready to modernize their approach and maximize the value of every vehicle in their program. \n \nShane is Cardata’s Chief Product & Technology Officer\, where he leads the strategy and innovation behind the tools that modernize vehicle reimbursement programs. With deep expertise in building software that solves complex problems\, Shane focuses on delivering solutions that streamline compliance\, reduce costs\, and improve the experience for both drivers and administrators. His passion lies in transforming challenging business needs into simple\, elegant technology that helps organizations run smarter and more efficiently. \n \n\n \nWednesday\, October 8\, 2025 | AI & Fleet Leadership: How Safety and Sustainability Depend on Smarter Technology  \nIn fleet management\, AI is often discussed in terms of automation\, efficiency\, and data\, but its most powerful impact lies in shaping the culture of safety and sustainability. From predictive maintenance to AI-driven driver monitoring\, fleets now have tools that not only prevent accidents but also extend vehicle lifecycle\, optimize replacement timing\, and reduce emissions. \nThis session explores how AI can help leaders move beyond tactical decision-making to create fleets that are safer\, greener\, and more cost-effective. Participants will gain a practical framework for leveraging AI tools while keeping people at the center because without a culture of safety\, true sustainability is not possible. \n \nLearning Objectives: \n \n\nIdentify three practical ways AI is improving safety in fleet operations today\nUnderstand how AI supports lifecycle cost analysis and replacement strategy for long-term sustainability\nApply strategies to integrate AI tools without losing driver engagement or trust\nRecognize the leadership role fleet managers play in aligning AI-driven insights with organizational safety and sustainability goals\n\n\nSpeaker:  \nErin Gilchrist \nFleet Management Expert\, Consultant and Evangelist \nFleet Unfiltered Consulting\, LLC  \nBio:  \nErin Gilchrist is a fleet industry leader and consultant with 18+ years of experience driving safety\, sustainability\, and efficiency. As founder of Fleet Unfiltered Consulting\, she helps organizations optimize fleet strategy\, strengthen safety cultures\, and achieve long-term success. Known for her practical\, people-first approach\, Erin brings energy\, expertise\, and inspiration to audiences across the fleet and transportation industry.   \n\n \nThursday\, October 9\, 2025  | Driven by Data: AI’s Role in Next-Gen Fleet Management  \nArtificial intelligence is no longer a distant concept—it’s already reshaping how the fleet and mobility industry operates. From predictive maintenance that keeps vehicles road-ready\, to intelligent routing and driver behavior analysis that boost safety and efficiency\, AI is unlocking unprecedented value for fleet managers and mobility providers. Join Parsh Wanath\, Head of Digital Product Engineering and AI and a fleet manager (to be announced) who will share firsthand insights\, to see how our industry is leveraging AI-powered tools\, machine learning (ML) capabilities and advanced analytics to turn massive amounts of operational data into real-time insights – helping our fleet managers make faster\, smarter decisions and optimize every mile. We’ll explore how AI and ML are being used to proactively detect issues before they happen\, enhance fuel efficiency\, reduce downtime\, and enable data-driven decision-making at scale. \nIn this one-hour webinar\, we will explore how AI is transforming fleet and mobility today—and where it’s headed next. You’ll gain a clear understanding of what AI really is\, how predictive analytics is already reducing downtime and costs\, and what innovations are on the horizon\, from autonomous fleet operations to fully connected mobility ecosystems. Learn how your fleet can be smarter and more efficient through next-generation AI capabilities and where this technology is headed in the near future. \nLearning Objectives:  \n\nUnderstand the fundamentals of AI and its current role in fleet and mobility management\nDiscover how AI transforms large volumes of operational data into real-time\, actionable insights\nIdentify practical ways to make your fleet smarter and more efficient with next-generation AI tools\n\n\nSpeaker: \nParsh Wanath \nHead of Digital Product Engineering and AI \nWheels  \nBio:  \nAs Head of Digital Product Engineering and AI\, Parsh Wanath oversees the Product Engineering teams dedicated to building and transforming products that are efficient\, customer-centric\, and integrated into a digital ecosystem. He also leads Advanced Analytics initiatives\, focusing on the development and application of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning opportunities within Wheels.​ \n​Parsh joined Wheels in 2014 and brings over 27 years of extensive experience in information technology. He is a seasoned technology executive known for his expertise in long-term technology planning\, digital transformation strategies\, and establishing architecture roadmaps. Parsh excels in leading leaders and building teams responsible for enterprise architecture\, data engineering and analytics\, application development\, and project management.​ \n​Parsh holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from Bangalore\, India\, and both an MBA and an MS in Finance from Georgia State University\, USA.  \n\n \nEach webinar has been approved by NAFA Fleet Management Association for 1 hour of Continuing Professional Education (CPE)\, which may be applied towards CAFM recertification credit. \nSponsored by Cardata and Wheels  \n		\n			\n				Register
URL:https://www.nafa.org/event/fleetsolutions-live-webinar-series-artificial-intelligence/
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SUMMARY:NAFA Northwest Region 100 Best Roundtable and Networking Event October 2025
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss joining your fellow fleet professionals in the Northwest Region on Wednesday\, October 8 for the NAFA Northwest Region 100 Best Fleets Roundtable and Networking Event! The Regional Council is excited to bring this in-person educational experience to fleet professionals in the region and look forward to meeting you all.  \nThis exciting event packs a lot of learning and networking into one day! The 100 Best Fleets program recognizes peak-performing fleet operations and encourages ever-increasing levels of performance improvement and innovation. Learn about the initiatives and strategies from 100 Best Fleet Winners which focus on operational efficiency\, succession planning\, sustainability\, asset life cycle\, technology\, and much more. Take home easy-to-implement insights to save your organization time\, resources\, and costs. Information on the application process for the 100 Best competition is also provided for public and commercial fleets – as well as the Technician of the Year Award. \nTime: 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. PT on Wednesday\, October 8 \nLocation: King County Chinook Building (first floor)\, 401 Fifth Ave\, Seattle\, WA 98104 \nRegistration: $45 for NAFA Members and $65 for Non-Members and Guests (Coffee\, light breakfast\, lunch\, and all-day education sessions included.) \nRegistration Deadline: October 1 11;59pm ET. If you miss the deadline\, contact Sarah Brown at sbrown@nafa.org to inquire about availability of spots.  \nAgenda:\n \n9 – 9:30 am: Registration Check-in and Networking \n9:30 – 9:45 am: Welcome and Introductions \n9:45 – noon: 100 Best Fleets Discussion and Guest Presentations \nnoon – 1:00 pm: Lunch \n1:00 – 2:30 pm: 100 Best Presenters Continue\, Benchmarking Metric Development\, Contest Application Guide Review \n2:30 – 3:00 pm: Closing Remarks\n \n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n		\n			\n				Register
URL:https://www.nafa.org/event/nafa-northwest-region-100-best-roundtable-and-networking-event-october-2025/
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