35 years

Brandon A. Sohl  
Hernando, FL

 

"After joining the family business, Auto Driveaway Co in 1978, my first NAFA meeting was in at the Lemming Hotel in Minneapolis, MN.At that time the movers and shakers of fleet and leasing industry were the corporate fleet managers, the leasing companies’ executive’s and the manufacture’s fleet sales personnel who meet together at the annual NAFA conference.

"I was impressed with the camaraderie of this group who were willing to discuss industry problems and share advice on solutions, as well as, make industry contacts to improve their knowledge of Affiliate operations which could improve the efficiency of the corporate fleet departments. During the 1980’s I became the Affiliate chairman on the NAFA Board of Directors which allowed the Board Members to understand the needs and requests of the affiliate members. I found this position very rewarding since the Board members were always willing to accept positive improvements.

"After leaving the vehicle transport business and the fleet management industry in 2005, I have worked in the banking industry and later in the insurance industry. I now live in Hernando, Florida. I enjoy bicycling, fishing, golf, and travel. After purchasing a 2009 Corvette, I joined a local Corvette Club (once a car guy, always a car guy). In addition I have become a loyal Florida Gators fan.

"In reflection, I have enjoyed the fast pace of change in the automobile business, new vehicles every year, new technology and new ideas for improvement of fleet management. It appears that this still the exciting part of the current industry."

Michael Stevens  
Vice-President
Corporate Fleet Services, Inc.
Highland Park, MI

Mike Stevens is Managing Partner of Corporate Fleet Services, Inc., an Auto, Truck, Bus, Leasing and Management Services company.  His relationship with NAFA has been a good learning experience and he has recommended NAFA to all clients as an excellent source of fleet information. His relationship with NAFA allowed him to see fleet service through the eyes of the fleet manager spurring the client services plan Corporate Fleet utilizes to satisfy its clients today.

25 years

Fred J. Davies  
Dir. - Fleet, Facilities & Communications
Town of Framingham
Department of Public Works
Framingham, MA

Thomas E. Larkum  
North American Fleet Consulting
Avon, CT

 

 

"I have been extremely fortunate to have such a great career in public service fleet management. My background has been primarily in municipal fleet, traffic control, and parking operations.

"My involvement in NAFA for over 25 years has been an amazing experience. Everything I learned from NAFA enhanced my career. Attending over 25 I&E (FMI) LEG educational programs, incredible networking, and guidance with my NAFA peers, made my job so much easier. Not to mention NAFA’s ability to throw the best parties ever! I also got to improve my golf game between classes and meetings of course!

"It was my pleasure to give back whatever and whenever I could, serving as Chapter Chair, Board of Governors, National Public Service Chairmen, LEG Committees, and Speaker and receiving NAFA’s Outstanding Service Award in 2005.

"I have traveled this great country with NAFA from coast to coast. I had an UNBELIEVABLE good time. I am especially grateful to all my NAFA friends that have enriched my life along this journey.

"Really cool news, 'this ride and drive ain’t over yet!'"

Richard P. Nicoletti  
General Manager
Napleton Fleet Group
Westmont, IL

John P. Pieper  
Purchasing Agent
City of New Britain
New Britain, CT