Sponsored by Goodyear

In a climate of seemingly limited talent and the compounded challenges in retaining it, how can developing an increasingly diverse workforce enhance operational efficiency? Experts from the Black Fleet Network™ are ready to take the Hot Seat to answer your burning questions — that you submit beforehand or onsite. BFN panelists will help to address the persistent gaps in hiring and retaining employees in ways that will promote employee satisfaction and maximize uptime. Click the following link to Deliver a Question to the Hot Seat for this session!

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Moderator:
Exavious (Zā) Farley, Black Fleet Network

Panelists:
Devin Biglow, ZEVx
Ladda Love Hawkins, My Own Lane Consultants
Lora Dunton, J3 Management Group
Dr. Tyra Jones, JA Consulting and Corporate Solutions

This seminar will start with an education on the fundamentals of vehicle types, chassis, powertrains, bodies, and upfits for last mile, and then help attendees spec the right combinations for different route types, payloads, and duty cycles.

What is a stripped chassis compared to a cutaway? What’s the difference between a ship-thru and a ship-to? This interactive seminar will start with an education on the fundamentals of vehicle types, chassis, powertrains, bodies, and upfits for last mile, and then help attendees spec the right combinations for different route types, payloads, and duty cycles. With this knowledge, attendees will have the confidence to work with automaker reps, dealers, and bodybuilders to acquire the most efficient, cost effective trucks and vans possible.

Moderator:
Kathryn Schifferle, Work Truck Solutions

Speakers:
Sidney Miller, Midway Ford Truck Center, Inc.
Patrick LaRiviere, National Fleet Services
Dean Cerimeli, National Fleet Services

Sponsored by Nissan

Delivery fleet operators — from last-mile contractors to corporate fleets — are dealing with rising issues today such as increasing fuel prices and driver wages, loosening supply chains but limited model choices, high parts costs, driver and technician shortages, and pressures for same-day deliveries and tighter delivery windows. This blue-ribbon panel will examine these issues through a fleet lens, providing strategies for greater uptime and more efficient fleet operations in this challenging environment.

Moderator:
Toni Tovi, Bright Flag Recruiting

Speakers:
Dan McDonough, Auto Park Fleet
Jeb Lopez, WHEELZ UP
Tony Rimas, Autotech Ventures
Grace Bay, Patton Logistics and Hello Truck Lease

Join global powertrain expert Andrew Wrobel for a deep dive into the ecosystem of available vehicles and powertrains for delivery fleets of all types, and what to expect within the next decade.

Andrew will present data and analysis on all vehicle classes, powertrain types, and body/upfit options — including nameplates. He’ll also delve into adoption of technologies such as telematics and ADAS, as well as analyze the evolution of electrification for last mile. With this roadmap, attendees can better inform their fleet purchasiAndrew Wrobelng plans.

Emcee:
Kathryn Schifferle, Work Truck Solutions

Speaker:
Andrew Wrobel, Escalent

Lunch Sponsored by Auto Park Feet

Shop Talk Sessions:

12:30pm - Mullen

12:45pm Nissan

1:00pm Researching, Picking, and Finding Your Best Vehicle with Kathryn Schifferle, CVO Work Truck Solutions

Tires have become one of the largest pain points for delivery fleets, but today there are new tools and programs to increase uptime and better manage overall tire spend.

Using real-world insights from data captured on delivery fleets, this seminar will demonstrate how tire buying can evolve to tire management. Panelists will discuss how to match tire fitments to truck type and load carrying capacities, new tire-as-a-service programs, where retreads make sense, acquisition cost versus total cost of ownership, and how these factors shift with the move to electric vehicles.

Moderator:
Lauren Fletcher, Fleet, Trucking & Transportation

Panelists:
Dustin Lancy, Goodyear Product Development Manager
Sunjay Dodani, Revvo Technologies

When it comes to accident claims, knowledge is power - and can increase your recovery. For instance, do you know whether a party can be criminally wrong and civilly correct in an accident and still recover damages? Join this panel of claims and subrogation experts for the deep dive that you won’t get from your insurer. The panelists will deliver those small must-dos at the accident scene that will come up big later. They’ll discuss diminution of value and loss of use as part of your recovery. They'll help you understand frame damage versus body damage, and share how to write a damage estimate - all useful tips for a swifter, more equitable, and greater recovery!

Speaker:
Mike Towers, Fleet Financial Corp

Sponsored by Nissan

In the face of ever-increasing parts and labor costs, there are actions you can take now to lessen your preventive maintenance spend and increase uptime.

This seasoned panel of maintenance experts will reveal a range of time and money saving tips, including how to communicate with your mechanic, stock and manage parts, order parts from dealers, and prep the vehicle before sending it in for service. Attendees will also learn a simple, effective system for parts organization to share with your mechanic. Remember, the more you can do to streamline the maintenance process, the smaller your mechanic’s bill.

Moderator:
Lauren Fletcher, Fleet, Trucking & Transportation

Panelists:
Shay Misra, Fleetio
Kevin Kell, Fleet Repair Services

Automakers are sunsetting small van models, while commercial van production overall lags increasing demand. Join this seminar to learn how to navigate this new normal.

Panelists will deliver insights into OEM’s future product plans, how order-to-delivery times are changing by automaker and vehicle class, and updates on supply chain issues. The panel will then turn to creative solutions for fleet operators — including delivery truck alternatives, new lease and rental programs, and advice on promoting uptime for your existing units.

Moderator:
Candy McCollum, Comvoy

Panelists:
Brad Sigmon, Randy Marion Automotive Group
Jack Lord, Spacekap
Steve DiPiero, Kingbee

This seminar will present a real fleet use case that shows an incredible 44% increase in billable hours over a nine-week period — without adding new labor, time, or costs. But, how?

By leveraging the right fleet data, creating efficiency scores, and instilling worker accountability through scoreboards and rewards. This process can be incorporated into various workflows and processes using off-the-shelf asset management and business logic systems. Come join this seminar to understand new ways to measure efficiency and help your fleet execute to its fullest potential.

Moderator:
Candy McCollum, Comvoy

Speaker:
Paul Gillmore, Slick

Moderator:
Chris Brown, Bobit

Speakers:
Toni Tovi, Bright Flag Recruiting

The fun continues -- join us in the EXHIBIT HALL —visit our Exhibitors and enjoy our Evening Reception to cap off the day!