OEM Law Enforcement Showcase Panel, New Education Sessions and New Pre-Conference Workshop Added to Institute & Expo 2026

Edison, N.J. (February 4, 2026) –  NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, is excited to announce the addition of three new sessions and a pre-conference workshop at its NAFA’s 2026 Institute & Expo (I&E), which will take place April 13-15, 2026, in Cleveland, Ohio, at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland.

“NAFA’s 2026 I&E brings together thousands of corporate and government fleet professionals from all corners of the industry to build relationships and share valuable best practices,” said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. “We’ve added these new educational sessions to give organizations and their professionals what they need to boost innovation, sustainability and safety.”

OEM Law Enforcement Showcase Panel and Roundtable

A closer look at law enforcement OEM strategy and fleet collaboration reveals what’s next for the industry. Attendees will hear from experts on what’s working, what’s challenging, and what’s coming—along with new product and service offerings set to reshape the fleet landscape.

Panelists:

• Tom Lubas, Fleet Industry Professional (Moderator)
• Michelle McCarthy, Program Manager – U.S. State & Local Government Sales, Stellantis
• Pasquale Forletta, Full Size Truck LD & SUV, Product Marketing Manager, GM Envolve
• Lindsey Bertino, Policy Brand Marketing Manager, Ford Pro
• Driver Safety: A Success Story

This session will outline how an organization reduced collisions by 50% in just over a year, including key program elements, lessons learned, and practical steps attendees can apply to strengthen driver safety initiatives.

Fleet Branding Strategies That Boost Visibility, Safety, and ROI

Participants will learn how purposeful fleet graphics can enhance visibility, reinforce organizational identity, and support safety and compliance—while offering practical insight into managing fleet graphics throughout their lifecycle.

A new pre-conference workshop titled “Navigating Regulatory and Financial Pathways for Fleet Decarbonization” is scheduled for Sunday, April 12. This comprehensive workshop equips fleet professionals with practical strategies to align regulatory compliance, funding, and sustainability goals to helping organizations stay ahead of policy changes while optimizing investments. The workshop is presented by ACT Expo and is approved for three CAFM Recertification Points.

On the whole, I&E 2026 will feature more than 60 educational sessions covering a wide range of topics, including fleet operations, sustainability, emerging technologies and the latest vehicle models. I&E attendees will enjoy access to all educational sessions, the industry’s largest Expo Hall, and numerous networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders. Interested attendees can register here. Early bird rates are available through this Friday, February 6.

Media registration is complimentary for credentialed journalists.

Prospective exhibitors are encouraged to secure their space early to ensure prime placement in the Exhibit Hall. For more information about reserving an exhibit booth, please visit NAFA’s website. Sponsorship opportunities can be secured here. This year’s current sponsors include: American Honda Motor Co., AssetWorks, Enterprise Fleet Management, Driverge Vehicle Innovations, Fleetio, Geotab, Holman, Hyundai Motor America, IntelliShift, JJ Kane Auctions, KeyTrak, Legend, Merchants Fleet, Motive, RTA The Fleet Success Company, Samsara, Stellantis Pro One, Voyager Mastercard and Wheels.

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About NAFA Fleet Management Association 

NAFA Fleet Management Association is the membership organization for professionals who manage the mobility requirements of vehicle fleets that include commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for corporations, governments, universities, utility fleets, and law enforcement in North America and across the globe. NAFA is dedicated to creating efficient, sustainable, and safe fleets, ensuring that its members are equipped with the tools, knowledge, and support to drive excellence in fleet operations. NAFA’s members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance, repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 4.8 million vehicles that drive an estimated 84 billion miles each year. NAFA’s members control assets and services well above $122 billion each year.

For more information, please visit www.nafa.org, and communicate with NAFA on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.

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