Supplier/Member Welcome Reception

Breakfast

Welcome
Ian Kijewski, Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, Kriska NationaLease

Kick-Off & Opening Remarks
Dean Vicha, President, NationaLease

Working with your Whirlwind!
There is a big difference between a great idea and a successful execution of a great idea. Hear how Tandet approaches the execution of their great ideas, when to abandon them and when to dig in and get them done. It’s all about keeping them simple and important, yielding “Wild” results. Mekashe will talk about real examples and what they have learned by following the process of 4DX.
Mekashe Lal, Director of Business Development, Tandet NationaLease

Supply Management Update – Closed Session
Rob Garcia will present an update on current spend trends within NationaLease, review new supplier programs and current programs in the pipeline, and ways to utilize the programs to maximize savings and rebates.
Rob Garcia, Vice President of New Business Development, Supply Management, NationaLease

Break

Taking Advantage of the Programs – Closed Session
Join Scott as he discusses how to best take advantage of the NationaLease programs, pricing and rebates. Scott will do an in-depth purchasing review to show you some of the services he can provide.
Scott Marzec, Member Programs Manager, NationaLease

Member Open Discussion – Closed Session
Bring your ideas, questions, suggestions, and topics for discussion as you have a chance to “ask the experts”—other NationaLease members. Many of our meeting surveys rate the member discussions as the most valuable part of the meetings, so please come prepared to ask and answer questions of your fellow NationaLease members.
Ian Kijewski, Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, Kriska NationaLease

Supplier Round Table
All suppliers are invited to this open discussion which is centered on supplier interaction with the NationaLease membership. Topics will include:

• Member accessibility
• Communication channels
• Sales opportunities
• Product promotions
• Suggested industry speakers
• Canadian market-specific challenges and opportunities

Rob Garcia, Vice President of New Business Development, Supply Management, NationaLease

Lunch

Supplier Presentations – Closed Sessions

Transtex Composite
Todd McGuire, Vice President Sales Aftermarket

Shell Lubricants
Frank Cantone, Account Manager

Würth Canada Ltd
Peter Mepham, National Account Manager

Marangoni Tread N.A., Inc.
Don Rizzi, National Sales Manager, NA

Hendrickson International
Bryan Boyd, National Account Manager

Break

Michelin North America Inc.
Patrick Cassidy, Key Account Manager

Fontaine Fifth Wheel
Charles Rosato, Director of Sales and Marketing

SKF
Kevin Boyd, Field Sales Manager

Continental Tire Canada
Ryan Bradshaw, Account Manager

Petro-Canada
Joanna Ha, Senior Account Manager

Technology Fair – Drinks & Hors d’Oeuvres

Breakfast

Supplier Round Table Recap
The key points recorded during the supplier round table discussion will be presented to the NationaLease membership. General topics will include: member accessibility, communication channels, sales opportunities, product promotions, suggested industry speakers or event functions, and the specific challenges and opportunities in the Canadian market.
Rob Garcia, Vice President of New Business Development, Supply Management, NationaLease

Warranty Best Practices
Making sure you get the full value of your warranty is important to your business. How do you make sure you are on top of the warranty process and receiving its full value? Joe Puff will share best practices that start way before a breakdown hits your shop floor.
Joe Puff, Vice President of Truck Technology & Maintenance, NationaLease

Recruiting & Hiring
Recruiting technicians, drivers, sales people, and more can be such a challenge these days! This year, NationaLease Member Services put together a series of webinars called, “The Hiring Process”. Jane Clark will present an overview of this series, giving you the recruiting tools you need – from the job description, to your new employee’s first day.
Jane Clark, Vice President of Member Services, NationaLease

Break

National Accounts
How can you get involved with National Accounts? Joe Gallick will answer that question as well as share some insights on current Canadian market conditions and tips on how to approach your local market.
Joe Gallick, Senior Vice President of Sales, NationaLease

Member Services Update
Find out what’s happening at the NationaLease home office. Jane Clark will provide an update on new programs and services available through NationaLease.
Jane Clark, Vice President of Member Services, NationaLease

Bandag Tour (box lunches provided)

Closing Dinner