Episode 187: Get to a Trade Show, Or Get a New Job

"If you're not at NAFA, you might be in the wrong job."

Episode Summary

NAFA 2025 wasn’t just a trade show, it was a wake-up call for fleet professionals everywhere. In this episode, RTA’s own leadership dives deep into why attending industry events is essential (not optional) for anyone serious about growing their fleet career and solving today's toughest challenges.

From scooter gangs and AI breakthroughs to bold takes on the state of fleet education and technician recruitment, this episode is full of spicy insights, personal stories, and hard truths. Whether you’re a fleet manager fighting for budget or a tech looking to move up the ranks, this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways

• Why skipping trade shows is hurting your career (and your fleet)
  
  
• How just one idea from NAFA can pay for itself tenfold
  
  
• Why fleet organizations must invest in training, recognition, and benchmarking

• How micro-mobility and AI are reshaping the fleet landscape
  
  
• The case for a national degree in Fleet Management

Speaker Bios

Marc Canton
Head of Product & Consulting, RTA
With a background in consulting and analytics, Marc now leads the design of tomorrow’s fleet management software—one that meets real-world needs in the shop and the boardroom.

Facundo Tassara 

Senior Fleet Success Advisor at RTA: The Fleet Success Company. Former fleet manager turned national advocate for smarter, data-driven, people-first fleet operations.

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