The Fleet Event for Everyone from Beginners to Experts

NAFA Fleet Management Association presents its annual Institute & Expo in New Orleans from April 25-28, 2009. Hundreds of fleet managers from the United States and Canada will take part in educational sessions ranging from beginner to advanced topics.

Princeton, NJ, April 19, 2009 --(PR.com)-- Hundreds of fleet managers from throughout the United States and Canada will gather in New Orleans for NAFA's 2009 Institute & Expo. Held April 25-28, the I&E is the best place for fleet managers to network, build their resources, receive cutting-edge training and education, and be exposed to endless fleet knowledge and expertise. The I&E was created by fleet managers for fleet managers, and contains something for everyone from the fleet manager just starting out in the industry to those with decades of experience.

This year's I&E provides fleet professionals with over 60 hours of fleet training, educational sessions, and workshops. In addition, the Expo Hall contains over 200 exhibitors offering their products and services for fleet managers.

Highlights include:

* "Update on the State of the Global Auto Industry" – This year's I&E Keynote Speaker is Graeme Maxton, a writer and presenter who specializes in Asian business and economics, as well as the world's auto industry. On April 26th, 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., he will discuss how other countries are doing economically and the strengths of the international automotive business.

* The Green Fleet Ride-and-Drive – The Ride-and-Drive takes place on Monday, April 27th, from 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. offers I&E attendees to see and drive the latest alt-fuel vehicles powered by natural gas, propane, ethanol and biodiesel.

* CAFM/CAFS Boot Camp – CAFM/CAFS students will get two chances to pass their CAFM exams during the I&E at the CAFM/CAFS Boot Camp. Attendees enrolled in the CAFM or CAFS programs are encouraged to study in advance; test on Friday, April 24; attend CAFM Boot Camp sessions on those disciplines they haven't yet passed; and stay to retest on Wednesday, April 29, if necessary.

* Public Safety Group (PSG) Roadeo – Public Safety Fleet Managers will be able to test their prowess behind the wheel and try to beat their peers at timed events at the PSG Roadeo on April 25th, from 11:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Fleet managers will learn how to skillfully maneuver vehicles through different courses while being timed for speed and accuracy, and see show each manufacturer's vehicle differs in the way it handles in various situations. In addition, the Roadeo highlights what's new in accessories and equipment available from OEMs to best serve the public safety community.

* NAFA's 2009 Green Fleet Awards – This award honors fleet management professionals who have implemented pioneering, innovative and creative programs to help with their employer's overall "going green" initiative.
Whether you come to network, attend valuable sessions, or see the latest services and products, NAFA's I&E has it all for you all under one roof! For more details visit www.nafaiande.org.

About NAFA Fleet Management Association
NAFA Fleet Management Association is a not-for-profit, individual membership professional society serving the needs of members who manage fleets of sedans, public safety vehicles, trucks, and buses of all types and sizes, and a wide range of military and off-road equipment for organizations across the globe. NAFA is the association for the diverse vehicle fleet management profession regardless of organizational type, geographic location or fleet composition. NAFA's Full and Associate Members are responsible for the specification, acquisition, maintenance and repair, fueling, risk management, and remarketing of more than 3.5 million vehicles including in excess of 1.1 million trucks of which 350 thousand are medium- and heavy-duty trucks. For more information visit http://www.nafa.org

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