Press Release
NAFA’s 2024 Institute & Expo: Insights, Innovations and Industry Highlights
–News Direct–
NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) recently concluded its 2024 Institute and Expo (I&E), April 22-24, in San Antonio, TX where 2100+ fleet and mobility professionals from around the globe convened to network, learn and explore the latest products and services from industry suppliers. I&E welcomed attendees from 46 states, 6 Canadian provinces and 16 countries, representing all sectors of the fleet industry including corporate, government, law enforcement, education, utility, and more.
During the opening session on Monday, NAFA Board President Mikel Camnetar, CAFM, kicked off the event with an update on the associations initiatives. The session also featured fleet professionals who achieved their Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) designation.
"NAFA I&E is truly special, especially amid the dynamic growth and transformation within our industry," shared Camnetar. "Leaving I&E, we're filled with renewed curiosity, a deepened appreciation for our field and a stronger sense of community with our industry peers."
Additional I&E highlights included:
-
Keynote addresses, led by esteemed author and leadership consultant Richard Hadden, and safety expert and leader Brian Fielkow. Haddens keynote, Recruiting and Retention in the New World of Work dove into the profound changes in the world of work, offering insights and strategies for attracting, retaining and engaging a dynamic workforce in 2024 and beyond. The Roadmap to Fleet Safety keynote led by Fielkow, shared invaluable insights into cultivating a safety-driven environment within organizations.
-
General Sessions packed with insights from leading OEM professionals and impactful Industry Update Keynote by Ford Pro CEO Ted Cannis. Through his Keynote, Ford Pro Our Learnings: Grow Productivity, Reduce Risk, Cannis walked attendees through the future of fleet management, covering everything from electric vehicles to operational strategies. Attendees then heard from an array of distinguished industry experts during an engaging OEM Panel Discussion. Leaders from Toyota, Stellantis, GM Envolve and Ford Pro discussed the automotive industry and its next phase of evolution that will impact every driver, in every fleet and on every road.
-
More than 40 education sessions took place, many standing room only. The I&E education session tracks covered emerging technologies, law enforcement, operations management, strategy, sustainability, safety, DEIA, legislative advocacy and technicians. From EV integration to regulatory compliance and beyond, the I&E education tracks addressed both the diverse needs of fleet professionals and the pressing challenges shaping the industry today. NAFA also offered a specialty Technician Training Program for technicians and service professionals, filled with educational sessions and networking opportunities.
-
The Expo featured 230+ exhibitors showcasing the latest fleet products and services. During the Innovations Showcase, attendees were invited to an interactive innovation zone on the Expo floor, where exhibiting companies displayed their exciting new products and product updates. Samsara won the Peoples Choice Award for their AI-Powered Safety Solutions a single platform for businesses operations data including video-based safety, vehicle telematics, apps and workflows, smart equipment and site visibility.
-
New this year, attendees had the opportunity to interact with the latest models, electric and alternative fuel vehicles, and cutting-edge technologies behind the wheel during an immersive Ride & Drive Event, powered by Bobit. Participating automotive companies included BMW, Lucid, Mercedes-Benz, Nissan, PoleStar, Rivian, Stellantis, Tesla, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Volvo.
-
The 100 Best Fleets in the Americas were crowned. The 2024 winners for each of the following categories include:
-
Best Public Fleet: Dakota County Fleet Management, MN
-
Best Commercial Fleet: Essential Utilities
-
Fleet Professional of the Year Award: Kenny Stimson, Carvana
-
Fleet Technician of the Year Award: Curtis Mullins, City of Round Rock, TX
-
-
Nearly 50 participants were immersed in CAFM Live, a peer-to-peer educational event that accelerates Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) candidates preparation for examination and certification.
-
NAFA also brought back Media Day, providing over a dozen companies the opportunity to present their breaking news and announcements to reporters in back-to-back press conferences.
NAFA extends its gratitude for the generous support of its 2024 I&E sponsors: Bestpass Inc., FASTER Asset Solutions, Geotab, Holman, Legend Fleet Solutions, Merchants Fleet, Mitsubishi Motors, Motive, Samsara, Shell Fleet Solutions, RAM Professional, U.S. Bank Voyager, uShip Logistics, WEX, and Wheels, Inc.
NAFA also extends its appreciation to its media partners for their continued support: Autosphere.ca, Automotive Fleet, Fleet Management Weekly, Modern WorkTruck Solutions, Media Coverage, and Utility Fleet Professional.
Next years I&E will take place in Long Beach, CA on April 28-30, 2025 at the Long Beach Convention Center. To learn more about NAFA, visit: https://www.nafa.org/
NAFA Fleet Management Association is the membership organization for professionals who manage the mobility requirements of vehicle fleets that include commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for corporations, governments, universities, utility fleets, and law enforcement in North America and across the globe. NAFAs members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance, repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 4.8 million vehicles that drive an estimated 84 billion miles each year. NAFAs members control assets and services well above $122 billion each year.For more information, please visit www.nafa.org, and communicate with NAFA on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X.
Contact Details
Keaveny Hewitt
+1 919-622-5276
Company Website
View source version on newsdirect.com: https://newsdirect.com/news/nafas-2024-institute-and-expo-insights-innovations-and-industry-highlights-891069232
NAFA Fleet Management Association
COMTEX_451723258/2655/2024-05-01T11:50:51
About Author
Disclaimer: The views, suggestions, and opinions expressed here are the sole responsibility of the experts. No Digi Observer journalist was involved in the writing and production of this article.
Press Release
340Bwell Presents the latest research for Optimizing STD Clinics at Global HIV and AIDS Conferences
Austin, Texas, United States, 21st Nov 2024 – 340Bwell, a leader in the 340b consulting and solutions, presented their cutting edge research in two major global HIV/AIDS conferences – HIV4Prevention Conference held in Lima, Peru; and Fast Track City Conference held in Paris, France.
Building upon the foundation of promoting evidence decision making within the organization and among its clients – that includes leading STD clinics of the United States – 340bwell team used regular client demographic and clinical data to uncover a diverse range of findings.
In the Fast Track City Conference, the Bwell team presented a poster that highlighted the paucity of research on PrEP retention in the global south. The poster was the outcome of a systematic review being conducted by the team that examines PrEP retention and analyses the way researchers and practitioners measure it and define it. The poster revealed that the majority of the studies (>50%) were in the United States. The other two countries with a relatively large number of studies were South Africa (14.2%) and Kenya (12.5%). Bwell Managing Partner Mark Erwin also delivered a presentation on a novel telehealth model for PrEP service delivery that deployed an in-house assembled testing kits to save on cost and to expand access.
In the HIV4Prevention Conference, two posters were presented. The first focussed on the science and dynamics of appointment scheduling – demonstrating that the association between client showing up and day of appointment, time slot, chosen, and if the appointment was in-clinic or telehealth was statistically significant. The second poster aimed to test the accuracy of a model that could predict if the client will show up or not using machine learning – deploying routine data.
Considering that The United States’ PrEP clinics have high no-show rates and not only do cancellations or no-shows result in lost opportunities to connect patients to PrEP therapy, but they also waste clinic time and resources – these findings and models can influence the way clinics can optimize their resources.
Mark Erwin, the managing partner of the company said “We are excited to present evidence generated by our team at such esteemed global platforms and at the same time, learn from researchers across the world. It is truly a joyful experience to be around HIV/AIDS advocates and scientists with the common goal of reducing the impact of HIV for those who live with it or are vulnerable to it.”
About 340Bwell:
340Bwell is a consulting firm specializing in optimizing 340B drug pricing programs for HIV and STD clinics. They use data-driven strategies to improve patient outcomes, clinic efficiency, and care access. Their innovative solutions have been presented at global HIV/AIDS conferences. 340Bwell is committed to advancing healthcare for underserved populations.
For more information visit https://340bwell.com/
Media Contact
Organization: 340bwell
Contact Person: Harsh Agarwal – Data Scientist
Website: https://340bwell.com/
Email: harsh@340bwell.com
Contact Number: +19199031531
City: Austin
State: Texas
Country: United States
Release Id: 21112420055
The post 340Bwell Presents the latest research for Optimizing STD Clinics at Global HIV and AIDS Conferences appeared on King Newswire. It is provided by a third-party content provider. King Newswire makes no warranties or representations in connection with it.
About Author
Disclaimer: The views, suggestions, and opinions expressed here are the sole responsibility of the experts. No Digi Observer journalist was involved in the writing and production of this article.
Press Release
Industry Titans Join Forces to Revolutionize Fintech Automation and Decentralized Infrastructure
In a landmark partnership, Clever Tech, a global leader in advanced AI-driven solutions, and NebulaNet, a trailblazer in decentralized cloud computing, have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at redefining the fintech industry. By combining cutting-edge machine learning, natural language processing, and next-gen cloud computing, the partnership promises to set a new standard for automation and innovation in financial technology.
Driving Innovation at Scale
Clever Tech and NebulaNet are no strangers to transforming industries. With Clever Tech’s reputation for building real-time, context-aware decision-making engines and NebulaNet’s pioneering work in decentralized storage solutions, the collaboration is set to tackle some of fintech’s most pressing challenges, including operational inefficiency, data security, and scalability.
“Clever Tech and NebulaNet are two of the most influential forces in tech today, and this partnership is about more than advancing fintech; it’s about creating an entirely new foundation for how financial systems operate,” said Erik, CEO of Clever Tech.
Key Goals of the Partnership
This collaboration will focus on two critical areas of the fintech ecosystem:
- Automation-First Financial Systems: By leveraging Clever Tech’s AI-driven decision engines, the partnership will introduce unparalleled automation to financial services, enabling real-time, personalized decision-making in areas like loan processing, fraud detection, and customer support.
- Decentralized Infrastructure for Fintech: NebulaNet’s decentralized cloud computing solutions will be integrated to create secure, scalable, and cost-effective infrastructure for financial institutions, empowering them to store and access sensitive data with unmatched efficiency and reliability.
“Our vision is to provide the fintech industry with the tools it needs to thrive in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Decentralized infrastructure is the key to ensuring resilience and scalability, and together with Clever Tech, we’re unlocking its full potential,” added Nelson, Founder and CTO of NebulaNet.
Big News: A Revolutionary Fintech Operating System
As part of this partnership, Clever Tech and NebulaNet are co-developing a first-of-its-kind Fintech Operating System (FinOS). This platform will serve as an all-in-one ecosystem for financial institutions, combining AI-powered automation with decentralized cloud infrastructure.
FinOS will enable institutions to:
- Streamline Operations: Automate decision-making processes for faster, more accurate results.
- Enhance Security: Utilize NebulaNet’s decentralized storage to safeguard sensitive data.
- Scale Seamlessly: Leverage elastic, decentralized computing to adapt to changing demands without downtime or inefficiency.
A Partnership That’s Built to Last
Both companies are committing significant resources to the partnership, including a joint R&D initiative and the establishment of a shared innovation lab. With a combined investment of $100 million over the next three years, this collaboration underscores both companies’ commitment to pushing the boundaries of what fintech can achieve.
About Clever Tech
Clever Tech is a global leader in artificial intelligence and advanced decision-making systems. With a proven track record of delivering cutting-edge solutions across industries, Clever Tech empowers businesses to make smarter, real-time decisions using the latest in machine learning and natural language processing.
About NebulaNet
NebulaNet is a next-generation cloud computing platform specializing in decentralized storage and computing solutions. Recognized for its innovative approach to secure and scalable infrastructure, NebulaNet supports industries worldwide in unlocking the power of decentralized technology.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Company Name: ClevrTech
Contact person: Joshua
Contact Email: support@clevrtech.com
City: Singapore
About Author
Disclaimer: The views, suggestions, and opinions expressed here are the sole responsibility of the experts. No Digi Observer journalist was involved in the writing and production of this article.
Press Release
Global Investment Leaders Unite to Launch $15 Million Fund for Blockchain and Fintech Innovation
Three powerhouse firms in financial advisory, venture capital, and global investments have joined forces to create a $15 million fund aimed at driving innovation in blockchain and fintech. This unprecedented partnership brings together industry titans with a shared mission to reshape the financial technology landscape and foster the next wave of transformative solutions.
A Unified Vision for Blockchain and Fintech Growth
The newly formed fund will focus on early-stage startups leveraging blockchain and fintech solutions to enhance efficiency, accessibility, and sustainability across industries. Each partner brings a unique perspective and strength to the initiative, making this venture a beacon of innovation and collaboration.
- WealthWise Partners brings its deep understanding of financial markets and consumer-focused strategies to the table. Known for empowering clients with smarter financial decisions, WealthWise will guide the fund’s focus on technologies that simplify financial management and improve transparency for end users. “Our mission has always been to make finance accessible. By supporting blockchain and fintech startups, we are enabling technologies that will democratize financial opportunities for millions,” said Frank, CEO of WealthWise Partners.
- Arbor Ventures, renowned for its commitment to sustainability and technology innovation, will lead the charge in identifying startups that align with sustainable development goals. With a proven track record in nurturing early-stage ventures, Arbor Ventures aims to integrate blockchain’s potential with green initiatives. “Sustainability and technology are no longer separate goals. Blockchain and fintech innovation can drive efficiencies in supply chains, energy systems, and beyond, making sustainable progress achievable at scale,” commented Maddie, Managing Partner at Arbor Ventures.
- InnovateInvest Capital, a global leader in infrastructure and technology investments, will harness its expertise in scaling long-term growth opportunities. With its focus on impactful and sustainable returns, InnovateInvest Capital will support startups that demonstrate robust potential to transform global financial and technology landscapes. “John,” Chief Investment Officer at InnovateInvest Capital, stated, “We see blockchain as the backbone of the next digital economy, and fintech as its enabler. Our role is to identify the projects with the vision and capability to shape this future.”
Focus Areas and Strategic Approach
The fund will prioritize investments in startups developing solutions in areas such as decentralized finance (DeFi), blockchain-enabled payment systems, regulatory technology (RegTech), and sustainable digital infrastructure. By fostering innovation in these areas, the collaboration aims to:
- Empower underserved communities by enhancing access to financial tools and resources.
- Drive transparency and security through blockchain’s immutable ledger capabilities.
- Promote global sustainability with tech solutions that optimize energy use and resource management.
The partners have committed to an inclusive and collaborative approach, working closely with portfolio companies to provide mentorship, market access, and scalability strategies.
A Shared Commitment to Transformative Change
The $15 million fund will target startups in critical areas such as decentralized finance (DeFi), blockchain-enabled payment systems, regulatory technology (RegTech), and sustainable digital infrastructure. By aligning their resources and expertise, these firms are committed to:
- Driving Financial Inclusion: Supporting technologies that broaden access to financial services for underserved communities.
- Building a Sustainable Future: Investing in innovations that optimize energy use and promote environmentally friendly solutions.
- Advancing Transparency and Security: Leveraging blockchain’s inherent capabilities to enhance trust and accountability across industries.
Strategic Vision for Sustainable Innovation
This collaboration underscores the growing importance of partnerships in scaling breakthrough technologies. By pooling their resources and leveraging their global reach, the partners aim to not only fund but also mentor startups, providing access to invaluable expertise, networks, and markets.
“This fund represents more than just an investment—it’s a vision for the future of finance and sustainability,” commented John, speaking on behalf of the partnership. “Together, we are empowering innovators to solve real-world challenges and create value for businesses and communities alike.”
Looking Ahead: A Transformative Opportunity
This initiative signals a shift in how blockchain and fintech are approached by leading players in the financial world. By harnessing the combined power of financial advisory, venture capital, and large-scale investment, these firms are poised to set a new benchmark for collaboration in fostering meaningful, technology-driven change.
For additional details about the fund or partnership, please contact:
Company Name: WealthWise Partners
Contact person: Benjamin
Contact Email: support@wealthwise.homes
City: Singapore
About Author
Disclaimer: The views, suggestions, and opinions expressed here are the sole responsibility of the experts. No Digi Observer journalist was involved in the writing and production of this article.
-
Press Release1 week ago
Get Ready to Dive In! MFEV Coin Public Sale Is Almost Here, and It’s Expected to Be Huge
-
Press Release1 week ago
ViaRT Calls Young Artists to Champion Climate Action in 2024 Upcycled Art Competition
-
Press Release1 week ago
Slipintosoft Presents New Collection of Matching Pajamas for Couples
-
Press Release1 week ago
Slipintosoft Unveils Luxurious Men’s Silk Kimono Robe Collection
-
Press Release1 week ago
Slipintosoft Introduces Plus-Size Men’s Silk Pajamas Collection for Superior Comfort
-
Press Release6 days ago
Nomad Internet to Host its First Ever Nomad Internet Summit in Boulder, CO, Aiming to Bridge the Digital Divide in America
-
Press Release2 days ago
The Strategy for Avoiding Failures for High Performers with Leila Entezam’s ‘SET UP’ Method
-
Press Release5 days ago
Zhuding International Limited Signs Reverse Merger Agreement with Automated Water Solutions Inc.