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Two Minneapolis policemen working in Minneapolis’ public schools as school resource officers – Mike Kirchen and Mark Klukow – wanted to maintain a connection with the kids during the summer months.
“They spent the nine months of the school year developing a strong rapport,” said NAFA Regular Member Al Thunberg, CAFM, “and they didn’t want to abandon those relationships while the kids were out of school.” The answer: a converted ice cream truck.
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Window Manufacturer Andersen Corp., located in Oak Park Heights, Minn., is known for many things. Its fleet is not one that automatically comes to mind, and certainly not one specific vehicle within it. “Andersen keeps our collector Buick enrolled in our fleet management company’s programs so that it’s ready to go for parades and special events,” said Fleet and Compliance Manager Mark Hammel.
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Career Center
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.
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Upcoming Events
Have new members on your fleet team? Are you growing into a lrger fleet role? Then register now for NAFA's Essentials of Fleet Management (EFMS) to quickly get up to speed on fleet! This three-day, live event, October 7-9 in Phoenix, is your chance to learn alongside a classroom of fleet professionals about the fundamental principles of running an efficient fleet, and if you’re studying for the CAFM® or CAFS® exams, EFMS will be a great preparation tool. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to build a network of peers who are experiencing the same challenges you are, and can help you find solutions deep into your fleet career.
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Upcoming NAFA Events
Interested in sharing your deep industry knowledge with other fleet professionals? Become a NAFA instructor! NAFA is committed to providing fleet professionals with valuable tools and resources to achieve professional excellence. Each year, NAFA offers quality educational and training programs with flexible formats to meet the changing needs of new and experienced fleet managers alike.
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Do you have the deep knowledge to bring your fleet into compliance with DOT regulations? If you become subject to a DOT audit, the penalties can be steep – both financially and reputationally. Attend NAFA's DOT Compliance Forum, Wednesday, October 23, 2019, to get the tools to be in-sync with all regulations and handle a DOT audit. Don't miss out on a unique opportunity to get caught up and prepared to excel...in just one afternoon!
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NAFA is a Community Partner of the VERGE 19 conference and expo this October, in Oakland, Calif. VERGE 19 is the platform for companies, cities, and communities accelerating the clean economy. NAFA will offer presentations as part of the Low-Carbon and Electric Fleet Workshop, hosted by NAFA Board of Directors Member Richard Battersby, CAFM, Assistant Director of City of Oakland Public Works. This interactive workshop will tackle the challenges fleet managers face when greening fleets and will put you on the path to meeting your sustainability goals. Learn more here.
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The first-ever Fleet LatAm Conference will be coming to Latin America this fall, and NAFA is an Association Partner of the event! Fleet LatAm is a two-day event for regional and international vehicle fleet decision-makers, followed by a one-day training session for fleet managers with multi-country responsibilities. The event, September 23-25 in Mexico City, boasts in-depth presentations, case studies, and panel discussions, plus ample networking opportunities with international peers and business leaders. All sessions will be translated for attendees through headsets.
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