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FLEETSolutions Live! Seminar Series

FLEETSolutions Live! Seminar Series brings together fleet content leaders to share their knowledge and discuss the latest in fleet and mobility trends. Curated from NAFA’s flagship publication, FLEETSolutions magazine, participants will take a deeper dive into some of the magazine’s hottest topics and trends.

NEXT SESSION:

Top Skills You Need to Succeed in Fleet

August 27-29, 2024  |  1:00-2:00 p.m. Eastern 

From the rise of the EV to the explosion of AI, the skills you need to be a successful fleet leader in the future may be very different from where you are currently focusing your professional development resources. Diving deeper into the upcoming July/August issue of FLEETSolutions, experts and industry thought leaders tell you what’s coming and how you need to prepare yourself to stay relevant in the field of fleet.

Individual Webinar Registration Fee:

  • Free for NAFA Members
  • $49 Non-members per session

Three Webinar Bundle Registration Fee:

  • Free for NAFA Members
  • $99 Non-members (Save by registering for the bundle!)
AUGUST 27:
Shift Gears: From Frustrated Fleet Manager to Strategic Fleet Leader 

Sponsored by IntelliShift

Feeling overwhelmed by the ever-growing demands of fleet management? You’re not alone! But fear not, weary fleet bosses! Buckle up for this fleet-flipping webinar.  

In this session, we will share the five essential skills that separate good fleet managers from the truly fantastic. We’re talking leadership that inspires, problem-solving that puts out fires before they start, and relationship building that turns colleagues into allies.  

No fluff, just practical strategies to help you:  

  • Command your fleet with confidence: Learn how to lead and communicate like a pro (even on those days when nothing seems to go right).  
  • Become a problem-solving ninja: Master the art of tackling complex challenges and making data-driven decisions that keep your fleet rolling.  
  • Build bridges, not walls: Develop rock-solid relationships with everyone from your team to key stakeholders, ensuring everyone’s on the same page.  
  • Unlock the power of data: Learn how to leverage technology to gain insights, optimize operations, and make your fleet sing (metaphorically, of course).  
  • Master project management: Discover the secrets to planning, executing, and crushing fleet projects on time, within budget, and exceeding expectations.  

By the end of this webinar, you’ll be equipped with the tools and knowledge to transform your fleet management skills and become the hero your team (and bottom line) needs. Don’t just survive fleet management; thrive in it.

Speaker:  

Erin Gilchrist, VP Fleet Evangelism, IntelliShift 

Formerly the Fleet Director for Safelite AutoGlass for 15 years and AFLA Fleet Manager of the Year, Erin is now the Vice President of Fleet Evangelism at IntelliShift. Erin is building a community of fleet, operations, and safety leaders to help share winning strategies and discover the next groundbreaking technologies that will help to streamline fleet management. Within her role she provides consulting services and hosts IntelliShift’s podcast, The Straight Talk on Fleet, where she shares insights on improving safety, efficiency, and sustainability within fleets. 

AUGUST 28:
Mastering Technology in Fleet Management: Leveraging Connectivity, IoT, and AI for Enhanced Safety and Operations 

Sponsored by TRUCE Software

Staying up to date on technology is an essential skill in fleet management – with new options entering the market faster than you can spell “AI.” Our speakers will present ways that leadership can lean on connectivity, IoT, and AI in an accessible way. With the right systems in place, technology and its data can expedite and aid leaders’ decision making, and strengthen safety and operations. Expert guests will expand on this theme with real life examples of how they master, and get the best out of, the latest technology. 

Speakers: 

Chad Howell, VP Product Management, TRUCE Software 

As Vice President of Product Management at TRUCE Software, Chad drives the overall product strategy and engineering roadmap for both existing and new markets. Before starting at TRUCE, Chad spent the previous 16 years as a technologist and entrepreneur, developing new and innovative technology-based products across the industrial and medical industries with a focus on advanced safety and wellness applications in the workplace. 

David Press, Director of Sales, EnVue Telematics

Clay Williams, Sr. Risk Control Analyst, PestSure Association

Clay oversees PestSure’s claims management system and works with the Safety and Loss Prevention team. His duties are to track claim trends, create custom dashboards, and provide reports to all members on a scheduled and ad hoc basis. This information is used with Safety and Loss Prevention to provide members with meaningful insight to reduce losses. Clay also conducts on-site training and inspections for the PestSure Association members based on data analysis findings.

AUGUST 29:
Mobilize Your Fleet: Leading with Innovative Technology Solutions 

Sponsored by Draiver

In today’s fast-paced world, fleet managers need sharp skills to stay ahead. Facing new challenges? An intelligent mobility partner can help navigate logistics complexities. Data-driven decisions boost performance, while dynamic routing keeps things efficient. Predictive maintenance cuts downtime, keeping vehicles on the road. Embrace automation and a lighter business model to enhance both client and driver experiences, with a focus on improving NPS. 

These skills turn fleet management challenges into opportunities. Ready to level up and lead your fleet to new heights? Let’s hit the road to success! 

Speaker: 

Tyler Gerber, VP of National Customer Success, Draiver

Tyler Gerber is the Senior Vice President of Customer Success at Draiver. Joining the company in 2016, Tyler has held various key roles, including VP of Fleet & OEM Operations and VP of National Customer Success. His diverse experience spans marketing, driver recruitment, dispatching, consulting, and operations, providing him with a comprehensive understanding of the vehicle movement industry. Tyler Gerber’s expertise in fleet management and innovative approaches to optimizing vehicle relocation exemplify Draiver’s commitment to technological advancement and efficiency.

 

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