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After months of intense negotiations, I am pleased to announce a major deal between NAFA and the Automotive Fleet & Leasing Association (AFLA). In short, Bill Elliott, AFLA’s Executive Director, and I will be swapping jobs effective sometime this summer. After long conversations about “what if” we changed jobs, we started talking about “how can” we change jobs, which led to our deal. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550080&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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NAFA’s 2019 Fleet Excellence Awards (FLEXYs) will be presented on Tuesday, April 16, 2019, at the Kentucky International Convention Center, Louisville, Ky., during NAFA’s annual conference, the Institute & Expo (I&E). The 2019 FLEXY winners are: Excellence in Public Fleet or Mobility Management Mario Guzman, CAFM®, Director of Support Services, City of West Palm Beach, Fla. Robert Stine, CAFM, Director-Fleet Management Department, Hillsborough County, Fla. Excellence in Corporate/Private Fleet or Mobility Management Dave Dahn, CAFM, Corporate Fleet Program Manager, Erie Insurance Group Jodi Weber, Americas Fleet Manager, Johnson Controls International Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=551035&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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Trade Show News Network, the leading resource for the trade show, exhibition, and event industry, has named NAFA’s Institute & Expo (I&E) to its list of the 2018 Top U.S. Trade Shows for a fourth year in a row. The ranking is based on net square footage of trade shows in the United States. I&E ranked number 206 of all U.S. events. The 2019 I&E is April 15-17, in Louisville, Ky. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550847&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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Notify NAFA members of your latest products, the services your company offers, and how you can help solve their fleet problems! This service allows you to reach the people that will benefit most from your solutions. Click here and learn more. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550736&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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Be prepared for some of the boldest changes and upgrades yet to fleet's premiere annual conference. Register now at NAFAInstitute.org. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550082&issueID=60926 to view the full article online. |
You asked for more and NAFA delivers! For the 2019 Institute & Expo, NAFA has brought the workshops forward to Day One, Monday, April 15. Choose your segment, whether it's pharmaceutical, government, university, utility, or specific fleet functions. NAFA's slate of workshops cover a full range of topics which are suited to your needs. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550093&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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How will you embrace the future? On Monday, April 15, at the all-new Institute & Expo, join your NAFA peers for an informative keynote presentation from Chris Riddell. An award-winning Global Futurist and industry recognized keynote speaker on the future of humanity and digital life, Riddell is also a renowned media commentator and global emerging trend spotter for businesses and leaders in today’s highly disrupted world. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550506&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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Returning once again to I&E is the Fleet Management Executive Panel, on April 17. This session will afford attendees at NAFA’s Institute & Expo the opportunity to hear directly from the leaders of major fleet management companies as they discuss what they see coming in the near future with regard to mobility, procurement, sourcing, inventory, sustainability, global expansion, and much more! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550084&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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Are you ready for the mobility revolution? It's coming, so be ready for it with a full day of mobility-related education at NAFA's Institute & Expo, Wednesday, April 17, in Louisville, Ky. Find out more by clicking here! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550083&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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Want to become a top performer in fleet? Attend CAFM U – NAFA’s week-long "university-style" training event for advanced fleet education, April 13-18, 2019, in Louisville, Ky. CAFM U will grow your expertise and abilities to solve ever-complex fleet challenges – while letting you pursue your CAFM® or CAFS® certifications. The condensed format even lets you test twice, maximizing your opportunities to advance. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550090&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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NAFA's I&E pre-conference workshops tackle some of the most pressing issues that confront fleet head-on. This year will be no different as the Association presents the pre-con, "Crowdsourcing Policies That Will Work for You." Join us to create - in just one afternoon - a robust policy framework consisting of a Fleet Management Manual, Driver Handbook, and Service Level Agreements. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550091&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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Fleet is constantly evolving, and true fleet leaders realize that even when you think you've learned all there is to know, you've only scratched the surface. Go deep into fleet with the pre-conference event, "Fleet 401-The Masters," taking place April 14. This interactive seminar emphasizes senior-level peer learning and takes it to the next level. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550092&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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The slate of NAFA webinars for 2019 is online, including "How to Reduce Your Fueling Expenses by More Than 20 Percent with On-Site Fueling," which takes place Wednesday, May 22. NAFA webinars are available for FREE for all NAFA Members as an exclusive benefit of membership. Registration for non-members is $25. Register now and expand your skillset through these informative education opportunities. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550089&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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NAFA's New England Chapter held its March 13 meeting at Dunkin’ Brands in Canton, Mass. The topic of negligent entrustment and vicarious liability consistently is a huge draw and this presentation only confirms fleet managers' concern about the topic. At the event, guest speaker Shari Goggin, Esq., Senior Litigation Counsel at Fee, Smith, Sharp, and Vitullo, LLP, Houston, Texas, spoke to 53 people about issues that keep fleet professionals awake at night. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550767&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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In the news: Representatives have introduced legislation that would require the International Trade Commission to conduct a study on the economic importance of automotive manufacturing in America before tariffs on automobiles and auto parts could be applied. The NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services recently released a report detailing the 2018 maintenance costs of a sample of its light-duty fleet vehicles, which shows significant maintenance cost savings for all-electric and hybrid plug-in vehicles. The house passed the Safely Ensuring Lives Future Deployment and Research in Vehicle Evolution Act during the last session of Congress. However, the legislation was not able to be passed in the Senate due to disagreements over certain provisions in the bill. On March 14, NHTSA sent advance notice of proposed rulemaking on reducing federal regulatory barriers to autonomous vehicles in for review before it is published in the Federal Register. Representatives introduced variations of a "stop underrides act" in both the House and the Senate. The legislation would require underride guards on the sides and front of large trucks, as well as updating current standards for underride guards on the rear of trucks. The EPA has published a proposed rule to allow for the sale of E-15 blends of gasoline throughout the entire year, with a goal of finalizing the rule before the beginning of the summer driving season. The EPA is currently accepting public comments on the proposed rule until April 29. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550094&issueID=60926 to view the full article online. |
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In the news: In late March, Minister of Finance Bill Morneau tabled the last budget of the Liberal’s mandate in the House of Commons. The budget sets the tone for the government’s re-election effort ahead of a busy unofficial campaign season and the writ drop expected late this summer. The budget revealed developments in terms of its zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) plan. In February, the Government of Canada announced its goal for ZEVs to account for 100 percent of new cars sold in 2040. These targets were communicated without consensus with the provinces and consultation with industry stakeholders. The government did not provide any details on how Ottawa intends to achieve these targets. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550095&issueID=60926 to view the full article online. |
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Do you want to employ individuals who know how to achieve ROI, can calculate TCO, and are ready on day one to "do fleet" the way you need it done? Are you looking for a job in fleet and mobility and want to speak to employers who need your skills? Updated weekly, NAFA's Career Network is the best place to get your career opportunities noticed. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/naf-nwl/articles/index-v5.asp?aid=550099&issueID=60926 to view the full article online.
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