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Supplier Showcase Webinars

Gain valuable insights on modern trends through NAFA’s Supplier Showcase Webinars! These sessions, presented by the industry’s leading suppliers, discuss current challenges and game-changing products and solutions. Attend to gain concrete knowledge, discuss big ideas, and connect with the industry. Registration to all Supplier Showcase Webinars is available at no cost.

Upcoming Sessions

Fleet Services and Vendors Marketplace: Hassle-Free Third-Party Maintenance with Trusted Vendors

December 3, 1:00-2:00 p.m. ET  |  Presented by Fleetio

Managing third-party maintenance can be a complex and time-consuming task for fleet managers. From finding reliable vendors to coordinating services and managing payments, the process is often riddled with inefficiencies. This webinar will explore how a centralized marketplace can revolutionize third-party maintenance by connecting fleet managers with a vast network of trusted vendors, streamlining communication, and simplifying payment processes.

Join us to learn how a Services & Vendors Marketplace can enhance the efficiency of your operations, reducing downtime and improving transparency. Hear from real fleet professionals and maintenance providers who have leveraged the marketplace to find, manage, and pay for third-party services with ease. Discover the benefits for both businesses and vendors, including simplified vendor selection, streamlined payments, and the opportunity to build stronger partnerships.

Key Takeaways:

  • Overcoming Maintenance Challenges: Address common issues in third-party maintenance and explore effective solutions to streamline operations.
  • Streamlined Vendor Selection & Automation: Discover how a marketplace platform simplifies vendor selection, automates service orders, and improves communication between businesses and service providers.
  • Real-World Success Stories: Learn from real-world examples of businesses optimizing their maintenance operations and reducing downtime through innovative marketplace solutions.
  • Increased Efficiency: Explore how both service managers and vendors can benefit from increased efficiency, reduced downtime, and enhanced service delivery.

Whether you’re a fleet manager looking to optimize your third-party maintenance or a vendor wanting to connect with more customers, this webinar will provide valuable insights to help you drive operational success.

Who Should Attend: Fleet managers, maintenance coordinators, fleet service providers, and vendors looking to streamline interactions and enhance their service offerings.

Register now to discover how a Fleet Services and Vendors Marketplace can take the hassle out of managing third-party maintenance!

 

Speakers:

Bill Wilson
National Account Manager
B2B National Accounts
Bridgestone Americas, Inc.

Bill Wilson, National Account Manager, B2B National Accounts, Bridgestone Americas, Inc. has 41 years of experience with Bridgestone. He has detailed fleet experience and has also served as a B2B Regional Account Manager. With 38 years of retail experience, he has held various management positions, including Area Manager, Assistant District Manager, Managing Partner, Store Manager, and was also a Technician.

Alexis Morales
HR / Payroll Admin
True Air Mechanical INC

Alexis Morales is the Fleet Manager at True Air Mechanical, INC. She manages and keeps track of the fleet from the start of a new vehicle to the end of selling the vehicle, while also ensuring problems are solved and issues are resolved for the drivers. Alexis also serves as the Human Resources and Payroll Administrator, helping the company with various aspects, such as giving training to all supervisors and drivers for their fleet maintenance solution. With 5+ years in fleet management, human resources, and payroll, she has a strong natural ability to help and teach others, while learning and adapting to new skills and techniques.

Chad Chokel
General Manager, Marketplace
Fleetio

Chad Chokel, General Manager, Marketplace, Fleetio has over a decade of leadership experience in marketplace management, operations, and data visualization. Chad’s mission at Fleetio is to provide an innovative fleet management marketplace that not only streamlines the discovery and transaction processes but also fosters trust and transparency between vendors and fleet operators. By reducing friction in exchanges and centralizing fleet data, he is committed to enhancing user experiences and empowering fleet managers with the tools, guidance, and insights necessary for optimal fleet operation. With a previous seven-year tenure at Instacart, he oversaw operations of the Northeast, growing and leading an organization of 145 full-time and 3,500 part-time employees. His career has been marked by a deep-seated passion for operational excellence, strategic partnerships, and innovative problem-solving across fast-paced industries.

This webinar is presented by Fleetio.

Fleetio helps organizations track, analyze and improve their fleet operations. Fleetio launched in January 2012, and today thousands of people use Fleetio to manage hundreds of thousands of vehicles, equipment, parts, drivers and more. Over the years we’ve worked with fleets of 10 vehicles to many thousands, and our mission is still the same.

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Past Sessions

Mastering Maintenance: Driving Efficiency Through Innovation and Best Practices

This webinar was presented by RTA: The Fleet Success Company on November 7

In today’s fast-paced fleet industry, the demands on maintenance operations are greater than ever. To keep up, fleet managers must embrace innovative best practices and leverage data-driven insights to optimize their shop operations. This webinar will explore how to transform your maintenance shop into a model of efficiency by implementing best practices and cutting-edge technologies.

Join us to discover:

  1. Proven strategies for reducing downtime and enhancing asset availability.
  2. Innovative tools and technologies that streamline maintenance workflows.
  3. Data-driven approaches to predictive maintenance, enabling proactive rather than reactive repairs.
  4. Case studies of fleets that have successfully driven efficiency through continuous improvement.

Whether you’re a seasoned fleet manager or new to the role, this session will provide you with actionable insights and practical steps to elevate your maintenance operations and drive long-term success.

Speakers:

Sara Burnam, CAFM
RTA: The Fleet Success Company
Fleet Success Ambassador

Sara is a highly accomplished fleet manager, specializing in optimizing fleet operations through data-driven strategies, process improvements and supply chain management. She excels in employee engagement, recruitment, and retention strategies, change management, and disaster preparedness, which contributes to her role at RTA as Fleet Success Ambassador.

Steven Saltzgiver, CAFS
RTA: The Fleet Success Company
Director of Strategic Innovation

Steve has built a legendary 50+-year career in the fleet industry. He’s led fleets in the government, waste management, and beverage industries. Steve is recognized in the Government Hall of Fame and received the Legendary Lifetime Achievement Award.

This webinar is presented by RTA: The Fleet Success Company

RTA’s mission is to help fleets succeed. Whether it’s through their software, training, consulting, or overall fleet expertise, they’re here to help you serve your community. As experienced fleet professionals who have been in your shoes, they’ve spent over 45 years helping thousands of fleet managers transform their fleets and find success.

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Finding the Right Path for Your Electrification Journey

This webinar was presented by Geotab and Fleetio on October 1

As fleet electrification gains momentum, no two journeys are the same. Whether you’re in the early stages of considering EVs or well on your way, learning from those who have successfully navigated this transition is key. In this session, dive into real-world strategies and lessons learned from fleets, such as at-home charging solutions, queue management systems, and the role of vehicle data, telematics and fleet management systems in optimizing electrification. This interactive discussion will equip you with actionable knowledge on what to evaluate before making the switch, and how to measure the ongoing success of your EV fleet once it’s in motion.

This webinar is presented by Geotab and Fleetio
GEOTABGeotab is a global leader in connected transportation solutions, providing telematics solutions to over 50,000 customers in 160 countries. They have invested in ground-breaking data research and innovation to enable partners and customers to transform their fleets and operations.

Fleetio launched in January 2012, and today thousands of people use Fleetio to manage hundreds of thousands of vehicles, equipment, parts, drivers and more. Over the years they’ve worked with fleets of 10 vehicles to many thousands, and their mission is still the same.

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Fighting Fuel Fraud: Protect Your Bottom Line

This webinar was presented by Car IQ on September 24.

Fuel fraud is a pervasive issue that silently erodes the profitability of fleet operations. With fraud rates reaching as high as 12%, the impact on your bottom line can be significant. Delve into the often-overlooked but costly problems of fuel fraud, card theft, skimming, and misuse, providing actionable insights to help you protect your fleet’s finances. In this session, you will learn about:

  1. The Real Cost of Fraud and Misuse: Discover how fuel fraud and misuse can silently drain 12% of your fuel budget, turning what seems like minor discrepancies into significant financial losses.
  2. Hidden and Unhidden Types of Fraud: Learn about the various forms of fuel fraud, both obvious and concealed, that can slip through the cracks and how they contribute to the overall expense.
  3. Vulnerabilities of Fuel Cards: Understand how traditional fuel cards can leave your fleet exposed to fraudulent activities and misuse, increasing your vulnerability to bad behavior.
  4. Innovative Solutions with Vehicle-Based Payments: Explore how vehicle-based payments can revolutionize the way you manage fuel transactions by providing real-time context and verification for every purchase, significantly reducing the risk of fraud.
  5. Success Stories:
    -Amenity Collective: Learn how Amenity Collective saved $0.47 per gallon by implementing vehicle-based payments to eliminate fuel fraud.
    -Crown Capital: Discover how Crown Capital recovered $150k in just 45 days by cutting fuel fraud with advanced payment solutions.

 

This webinar is presented by Car IQ
Car IQ is on a mission to streamline the way the world pays by connecting vehicles, merchants, and banks for seamless transactions. Using their cutting-edge payment platform, transactions will be easier and more secure.

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Embracing Innovation with Data-Driven Fleet Operations

This webinar was presented by Samsara on June 4, 2024.

Explore the transformative journey of the Road Commission of Kalamazoo County (RCKC) as they adopted a data-driven approach to optimizing their fleet operations. By innovating on how they managed their fleet and equipment, RCKC was able to instantly save budget dollars and enhance service delivery for the residents of Kalamazoo County. The session details the approach that RCKC took to become more data-driven, how they were able to harness immediate return on investment, and the impact that their innovation has had on their community today.

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This webinar is presented by Samsara
Samsara is the pioneer of the Connected Operations Cloud, which allows businesses that depend on physical operations to harness IoT (Internet of Things) data to develop actionable business insights and improve their operations.

 

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Disclaimer

Disclaimer: The views expressed by speakers or sponsoring suppliers in NAFA Supplier Showcase Webinars are those of the speaker or supplier and not, necessarily, of NAFA. With regard to any information presented during webinar, NAFA does not make any warranty, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose, and specifically disclaims any legal liability or responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of any information, product, service or process presented.

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