NAFA Connection
NAFA Fleet Management Association
Monday, February 03, 2014
THE FIRST WORD
"Last year I took one of those 'personality profile' tests. In this test, I was measuring four distinct areas: where I like to focus my energy, how I like to gather information, how I make decisions, and how I approach life...Knowing and understanding those values helped me immensely over the past several months, as I faced the task of realigning the NAFA Headquarters staff."
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NAFA CHAPTER NEWS
On December 11, following the New England Chapter's annual Roundtable Meeting, a Retirement Roast was held for Greg Asadoorian, Global Fleet Manager, Invensys, Foxboro, MA. Greg was bidding a fond farewell to 32 years in the fleet industry, with 30 of those being at Invensys. Those who know of the old Dean Martin Celebrity Roasts know the "honors" can get pretty brutal, but owing to the respect his peers and friends have for him, Greg got off relatively easy and all had a lot of fun.
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Leu Gardens was the backdrop for the "100 Best Fleets in North America Implementing Best Business Practices Forum" on January 23, 2014. While not technically a co-located Sunshine State Chapter meeting, it was included on the NAFA Calendar and drew several NAFA members from the chapter. (Pictured at right, City of Orlando Commissioner Robert F. Stuart)
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NAFA chapters see the value in collocating meetings with events that are important to fleet professionals, which make attending the various auto shows around the country a natural choice. Three NAFA chapters will be collocating with regional vehicle shows in February, and one in March: the Philadelphia, Greater Pittsburgh, Chicago, and Tri-State Chapters. Find out more in this article!
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NAFA ASSOCIATION NEWS
On Tuesday, January 28, NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) announced the creation of three new staff positions, as well as the realignment and retitling of many existing staff positions. The changes come after a year-long study of the staffing resources and capacity, and were made to allow the association to provide more and better service to its membership as envisioned in NAFA’s strategic plan.
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The conference has been designed to give you excellent education in four key areas, requested by NAFA members just like you: Cost-savings, technology, professional development, and safety. Find out more about this powerhouse slate of sessions inside. If you haven't registered yet, lock in your registration today!
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Be here for a powerhouse keynote presentation by Start With Why Author Simon Sinek. Simon brings his concepts to life for I&E attendees in this dynamic presentation that will change your process by starting with the question "why." A book signing opportunity will take place after the keynote address. Experience this and more at NAFA's 2014 Institute & Expo!
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Missed out on registering for NAFA's Essentials Of Fleet Management (EFMS) or Masters Seminars? Now's your chance! The registration period has been extended to next Monday, February 10. NAFA's Masters Seminar will help experienced fleet professionals like you find solutions to your most advanced fleet issues. NAFA's EFMS will teach you the building blocks to help you run an efficient fleet. Attention CAFM Graduates! NAFA's Masters Seminar is eligible for 20 points towards your recertification!
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UPCOMING NAFA CHAPTER MEETINGS
Alabama, Pacific Northwest, Tri-State, New Jersey, Atlanta, North Central, Philadelphia, Chicago, Greater Pittsburgh, Mid-America, New England, Pacific Southwest, Arizona, and Wisconsin.
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LEGISLATIVE NEWS
House Democrats Call For Hearing To Address Highway Trust Fund Solvency Issues; Environmental Protection Agency Submits Final "Tier 3" Rule To White House For Review; Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Holds Listening Session On Possible Knowledge Testing; NAFA Expresses Support For Continuing The Bonus Depreciation Tax Incentive; NAFA Presses Congress for Extending Energy Tax Credits; and New York City Economic Development Cooperation Hosts Commercial Refuse Clean Truck Workshop.
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The Electric Circuit, the largest public charging network for electric vehicles in Québec, has announced the addition of Québec’s first 400-V fast-charge station. The station has been installed at the St-Hubert restaurant in Boucherville and is accessible to drivers of all-electric vehicles with quick-charging capability.
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Virginia hybrid-vehicle owners rose up with a collective roar, and on January 16 the commonwealth took a big step toward getting rid of its much-reviled "hybrid tax." Virginia’s House of Delegates voted overwhelmingly to delete a $64 annual license tax imposed last year as part of a breakthrough transportation funding package. The state Senate has passed a comparable bill.
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NAFA AFFILIATES FORUM
Sponsorship packages for the Essentials of Fleet Management and Masters Seminars are designed with your maximum return on investment in mind. Integrate your marketing efforts and enhance your organization’s visibility by taking advantage of these sponsorship opportunities. Reach top decision-maker Fleet Managers - Become a sponsor! The deadline for sponsorships is this Thursday, February 6.
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NAFA is sponsoring a scratch-off game where attendees who visit the exhibition booths of the 2014 I&E sponsors will receive a scratch-off ticket which, if identified as a winning ticket, will entitle the attendee to one of 20 prizes. The more attendees wish to win these valuable prizes, the more visibility your booth can gain!
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INDUSTRY NEWS
Fiat’s board of directors has adopted a new name, new logo, and new charter as it completes the take over of the Chrysler Group. The board elected to establish Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V., which will be chartered in the Netherlands, as the parent company of the Group. FCA’s common shares will be listed on stock exchanges in New York and Milan.
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The skimming devices, placed on card readers at gas station pumps throughout the southern U.S., recorded credit and debit card data, as well as PINs, which the thieves then used to withdraw more than $2 million from ATMs. They then tried to launder the money through at least 70 different bank accounts, according to the district attorney’s office in New York County.
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Fleet management company LeasePlan Corporation N.V. officially launched LeasePlan Canada (LPCA) on January 30. In November 2013, LeasePlan announced that it would expand its North American service offering to include Canada. LPCA provides a full spectrum of services. It has signed contracts with their first client and expects to have their first vehicle on the road shortly.
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FedEx has one of the largest alternative-fueled vehicle fleets in the world. Soon, the delivery giant will put 20 electric delivery trucks on the road with hydrogen fuel-cell range extenders designed by fuel-cell developer Plug Power. The project--which is funded by the U.S. Department of Energy--will make FedEx's electric delivery trucks capable of a wide variety of tasks.
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INSIDE NAFA
Congratulations on 35 years with Club NAFA member Mike Moneymaker; and 30 years with brand-new Club NAFA inductee Kathe Carter. NAFA thanks everyone for their years with the Association. It is the strength of members like them that have helped make NAFA the fleet industry's strongest association.
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NAFA was saddened to learn of the passing of Linda Taylor, Fleet Manager for the Diebold Corporation until late-2013. She was 62. Linda passed away on January 29, after a long battle with cancer, in her home in Louisville, KY. A longtime Member of NAFA, Linda joined in 1984 and was a true friend to the Association. Linda was a Diebold employee for 44 years. She had oversight of a fleet of over 3,500 vehicles for the company, a provider of ATM technology for the banking industry.
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Have you been considering taking the CAFM but were unsure if it was right for you? NAFA now offers two CAFM Test Drive opportunities for Members or partners who meet the eligibility requirements of the CAFM program, but you need to take advantage now. Deadline to register for this opportunity at I&E is next Friday, February 14. (Deadline to register for this opportunity at The Work Truck Show is February 4.)
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If you receive a document from Fair Guide/ConstructData which uses the NAFA name, I&E, Institute & Expo, or the name of other NAFA events offering advertising space on the Fair Guide website, please do not sign the form unless you have carefully read and fully understood the terms contained in the small print. NAFA does not endorse or do business with Fair Guide/ConstructData in any way.
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INDUSTRY MOVERS AND SHAKERS
NAFA STORE
One of the most important facets of fleet management is the ability to conduct a lifecycle cost analysis. Unfortunately, for many fleet managers, this can also be one of the most difficult aspects of the job. Thanks to NAFA's Lifecycle Cost Analysis for Fleets, fleet managers can learn all they need to know about lifecycle cost analysis in just three hours! Visit the NAFA Store now!
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EMPLOYMENT LISTINGS
Reading, PA; Oakland, CA; Hamilton, ON; Sarasota, FL; Toronto, ON; Boston, MA; Manhattan, NY; Richmond Hill, ON; Woodbury, MN; and Detroit, MI.
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DID YOU KNOW?
Seminar registrations have been extended! Click here to register for EFMS or here for Masters Seminar. Registrations close on Monday, February 10.
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