Cheryl Alter

Vice President Client Services, Enrich Software

Cheryl has mastered the art of working remotely over the past 17 years, from her home in Salt Lake City, Utah… long before working from home was cool.

As the senior leader responsible for customer engagement, including software implementations, training, and support, she has an incredible depth of knowledge of our customers’ needs and challenges, their industry, and our software solutions. She also has a passion for solving problems, reconciling data, and simplifying processes.

If you ever get Cheryl’s out-of-office reply message, which is rare, she is likely out on the golf course. She also loves practicing her passion for the aerial arts, as a lifelong student and competitor. Cheryl’s academic pursuits have earned her an Accounting degree and the distinction of being an unofficial Vodka enthusiast.

Ashley Barber

Senior IT Program Manager, NationaLease

Ashley Barber is a distinguished Senior IT Program Manager with extensive experience in blending technical expertise, project management skills, and business acumen to lead and deliver complex technical projects successfully. Ashley has been with NationaLease since 2023, where she spearheads initiatives including the development of a centralized database for National Account records, the creation of customer-facing dashboards, and the automation of reporting processes. Prior to NationaLease, Ashley dedicated 21 years to GEICO, where she excelled in roles such as Technical Program Manager, Product Owner, Agile Delivery Lead, and leading Command Center Operations. Her tenure at GEICO was marked by her leadership within IT, change controls, and the company-wide rollout of multi-factor authentication, as well as overseeing numerous cyber security and IT audits to ensure compliance and transparency. Additionally, she played a pivotal role in data analysis and strategic initiatives, driving key business decisions and optimizing processes. Ashley consistently demonstrated her ability to align technical projects with business objectives, foster innovation, and drive continuous improvement. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Wesleyan College and is certified as a SAFe 5 Scrum Master and in Microsoft Azure Fundamentals.

Jane Clark

Senior Vice President of Operations, NationaLease

Jane Clark serves as the Senior Vice President of Operations at NationaLease, bringing over 15 years of dedicated service to the organization. In her current role, she oversees Member Services, including Reciprocal Service, Purchasing, Meetings, and National Account Support. Jane strategically manages resources, cultivates strong member relationships, optimizes costs, and fosters collaboration within NationaLease supporting groups. Prior to joining NationaLease, Jane served as the Area Vice President for Randstad, showcasing leadership in the recruitment services industry. Her professional journey also includes management roles with QPS Companies, Pro Staff, and Manpower, Inc.

Jane holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from North Central College and a Master of Arts in Communication from Northern Illinois University, reflecting her commitment to continuous learning. Her proven leadership and strategic vision contribute significantly to NationaLease's operational efficiency and the delivery of exceptional member services.

Vincent Cuozzo

Controller, McMahon Truck Leasing, a NationaLease Member

Vincent Cuozzo is the Financial Controller at McMahon Truck Leasing, a NationaLease member, where he oversees the company's financial operations and supports strategic decision-making through sound financial management and operational insight. Since joining McMahon Truck Leasing in 2020 as Assistant Controller, Vincent has played a key role in strengthening financial processes and was promoted to Financial Controller in 2022.

With more than a decade of accounting and finance experience, Vincent has held leadership positions across a variety of industries, including manufacturing, senior living, and forestry. Prior to McMahon Truck Leasing, he served as Controller and General Manager for Imperial USA, LTD, and previously held accounting roles with Aldersgate United Methodist Retirement Community and American Forest Management, Inc.

Vincent brings a practical, hands-on approach to financial leadership, with expertise in accounting, financial reporting, operational analysis, and process improvement. He is committed to helping organizations strengthen financial performance while supporting long-term business growth.

Kirsten Ellis

Human Resources Consultant, Employers Council

Kirsten Ellis is an HR Consultant with Employers Council, where she advises organizations across a wide range of industries on human resources strategy, employment law compliance, and workforce best practices. She partners with multi-state employers to provide coaching and guidance on all aspects of HR, reviews employment policies and handbooks, facilitates professional development programs, and serves as a subject matter expert in benefits, payroll, leave management, compliance, and federal contracting.

Prior to joining Employers Council, Kirsten served as Human Resources Manager for SysCom, Co, where she oversaw all facets of HR for more than 280 employees across 15 states. During her tenure, she led strategic HR initiatives, managed collective bargaining agreements, developed affirmative action plans, enhanced employee engagement and recognition programs, and partnered with executive leadership to strengthen organizational effectiveness and compliance.

A frequent conference presenter and content creator, Kirsten is passionate about helping organizations build strong workplace cultures rooted in integrity, accountability, and compassion. She combines practical experience with a collaborative approach to help employers confidently navigate the evolving landscape of human resources and employment law.

Andy Figueroa

Senior Director of IT, TCI Leasing/Rentals, a NationaLease Member

Andy Figueroa is the Senior Director of IT at TCI, a leader in the transportation industry. With over 20 years of experience, Andy has been instrumental in driving technological advancements within the company. Starting from the ground floor, he has steadily worked his way up, demonstrating a passion for technology and leadership. Andy holds multiple professional certifications, including MCSE, MCSA, CompTIA, and has expertise in Python coding.

Outside of his professional achievements, Andy has been happily married for the past 13 years. He is also an avid guitarist, enjoys ocean fishing, and loves camping. He lives by the philosophy: "Be your best and live every day like it’s your last."

Scott Foster

Global Technology Advisor, C3 Technology Advisors

Scott Foster is a Global Technology Advisor at C3 Technology Advisors, helping business and technology leaders make better decisions across technology, operations, and customer experience.

With more than 18 years of experience, Scott takes a vendor-agnostic, business-first approach to technology strategy. He works with clients to define the problem they are trying to solve, evaluate the right options, build the business case, navigate vendor selection, and manage decisions through implementation and beyond.

His advisory work spans artificial intelligence and automation, contact center and customer experience, unified communications, cybersecurity, secure networking, connectivity, managed IT services, and cloud infrastructure.

Through years of helping organizations evaluate technology investments, negotiate competing priorities, and align spending with business outcomes, Scott brings a practical perspective on managing IT budgets in an environment of rising costs.

Tom Fragale

Microsoft Certified Trainer & Corporate Training Consultant, PCWebinars.com

Your team uses Excel, Power BI, and AI tools every day — but are they being used to their full potential? Many companies lose thousands of hours each year to manual data work, inefficient reporting, and tools their employees have never fully learned to leverage. Tom Fragale helps organizations overcome these challenges as a Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), published author, and corporate training specialist with more than 20 years of experience helping teams improve productivity and maximize their technology investments.

Tom is the author of Getting Great Results with Excel Pivot Tables, Power Query and PowerPivot, published by Wiley in 2024 and used by professionals and teams worldwide.

Joe Gallick

Senior Vice President of Sales, NationaLease

An experienced supply chain executive and spokesperson, Joseph K Gallick is a prominent leader in the truck leasing, maintenance and logistics industry. A graduate of Montclair State University, Gallick has served as a corporate liaison with numerous business and academic partnerships including the Penn State University Center for Supply Chain Research where he was the 2010 recipient of the Penn State University Robert D. Pashek Award for his contributions to the logistics and transportation fields. Gallick is also a member of the Council of Supply Chain Management Professionals, Truck Rental and Leasing Association, National Private Truck Council, as well as various industry trade organizations.

Dan Holz

IT, Brown NationaLease

Dan Holz has been driving IT modernization and operational efficiency at Brown NationaLease since 2014. As an integral part of the company's digital transformation, Dan oversees day-to-day systems and leads comprehensive equipment management strategies to keep operations running seamlessly. Prior to joining Brown NationaLease, he worked on the IT Support team at RSM/McGladrey. Dan holds a Bachelor of Arts from Loras College.

Alex Leslie

PhD, Senior Research Associate, American Transportation Research Institute

Dr. Alex Leslie is a Senior Research Associate with the American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI). He is the primary author of numerous ATRI reports, including Trucking Litigation: A Forensic Analysis and Operational Costs of Trucking. Alex holds a B.A. from the University of Notre Dame and a Ph.D. from Rutgers University.

Matt Luchterhand

IT Director, Brown NationaLease

Matt Luchterhand is an experienced IT Director with a proven track record of managing and modernizing infrastructure, networks, and custom software. Leading technology operations at Brown NationaLease since 2008, Matt specializes in system integrations, custom scripting, cloud services, and full-stack technical management. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Technology and Information Management from Upper Iowa University and an Associate degree in Information Technology from AIB College of Business.

Nick Matthys

Global Technology Advisor, C3 Technology Advisors

Nick Matthys is a Global Technology Advisor at C3 Technology Advisors with nearly 20 years of experience helping midmarket and enterprise organizations make technology decisions tied to real business needs.

Nick began his career in technology and network sales in 2006 and moved into enterprise work in 2011. His experience includes customer experience, IT infrastructure, SD-WAN and SASE, cybersecurity, compliance, cloud services, connectivity, and enterprise communications.

At C3, Nick works with business and technology leaders to understand what they’re trying to solve, evaluate their options, and guide projects from early planning through implementation. He takes particular pride in the long-term relationships he has built with clients and the trust that brings them back to work with him on future initiatives.

With nearly 20 years spent helping midmarket and enterprise leaders tie technology decisions to real business outcomes, Nick brings practical, in the trenches view of making smart IT investments while keeping costs under control.

Alex Powers

SEO, SEM, AI, Web Developer, aPowers Media

Alex Powers is an SEO, SEM, AI, and Web Development specialist at aPowers Media, where he helps organizations strengthen their digital presence through conversion-focused website development, search engine optimization, and AI-driven marketing strategies. With expertise in building high-performing websites and content strategies, Alex is dedicated to increasing organic traffic, improving user experiences, and helping businesses achieve measurable online growth.

A frequent keynote speaker and podcast host, Alex shares practical insights on digital marketing, search optimization, artificial intelligence, and emerging technology trends. He is passionate about helping organizations understand how evolving digital tools can be leveraged to improve visibility, engagement, and business performance.

Beyond his work in digital marketing, Alex is an avid historian and serves as Director of the Lodge of Research under the Grand Lodge of Kansas, where he leads efforts to preserve Masonic historical archives and advises organizations on archival best practices. His unique combination of technical expertise, storytelling, and passion for preserving history makes him a sought-after speaker on the intersection of technology, innovation, and communication.

John Reed

Chief Information Officer, Aim NationaLease

John Reed is Chief Information Officer at Aim NationaLease, where he has led the company's technology strategy since 2003. A transportation industry veteran with more than 40 years of experience, John combines deep technical expertise with an extensive understanding of fleet leasing, logistics, and supply chain operations. Since joining Aim NationaLease in 1993, he has played a pivotal role in developing innovative technology solutions that improve operational efficiency and enhance the customer experience.

John began his career in transportation software development in 1983, helping create one of the industry's first fully integrated transportation management systems. Throughout his career, he has led application development from concept and design through deployment and support, with a strong focus on intuitive user interfaces, system integration, and practical technology solutions that address real business challenges.

In addition to leading IT initiatives, John works closely with customers and prospects to demonstrate the value of Aim NationaLease's technology platforms and develop integration strategies that streamline operations and solve complex business problems. His expertise spans transportation technology, system design, supply chain logistics, carrier management, freight bill payment and auditing, data analysis, and process optimization, making him a trusted advisor to fleets seeking to leverage technology for greater efficiency and growth.

Keith Rosebrock

Director, Williams and Stazzone

Keith started his insurance career with Universal Underwriters in 2001 as an account executive in the New York Metro market. Keith was a 7-time presidents club winner with Universal Underwriters/Zurich. Keith served as a sales manager for ALLY Financial from 2012-2014. In 2014, Keith joined Williams and Stazzone Insurance Agency, to head development of franchised programs specifically for auto, motorcycle, and truck dealers.

Kevin Shockley

Sales Account Manager, ABS Tag and Title

B2B Sales Leader, Fleet Compliance & Vehicle Registration Services

Kevin Shockley has spent over 20 years learning that the best B2B relationships aren't built on selling a product — they're built on solving a real operational problem. That philosophy has carried him through hospitality SaaS, where he helped hotel groups navigate accounting and property management platforms, to his current focus: helping fleet operators make sense of one of the most fragmented regulatory landscapes in American business.

As a Sales Account Manager at ABS Tag & Title, Kevin works with fleet operators, dealerships, and commercial transportation companies navigating vehicle title and registration requirements across all 50 states and more than 1,400 jurisdictions. He's also the author of The Compliance Corner, a newsletter tracking the regulatory shifts reshaping the industry — from the fallout of the Montgomery v. Caribe ruling to state-by-state enforcement crackdowns on registration noncompliance.

Outside of work, Kevin is a longtime youth soccer coach, referee, and league administrator, and a proud Tampa Bay Lightning fan always up for a conversation about either.

Dean Vicha

President, NationaLease

An industry leader with over 30 years of experience, Dean Vicha's success in the truck leasing industry comes from the principals of personal responsibility, unrelenting perseverance and confidence focused on the growth of the customers, members, and business partners of NationaLease.

Vicha began his career with NationaLease as a National Account Executive for the Midwest in 2005, where he substantially grew the National Account Program to more than $447 million in term sales. In 2008, he became Vice President of Member Services, executing a strategy that provided a sustainable competitive advantage to NationaLease members and growing the membership base. In 2010, Vicha became the Vice President of National Accounts, leading that team to a record-breaking year in sales. In 2012, Vicha was named President of NationaLease, where he helps members increase their market share and decrease their cost of business. In the last decade, he has grown the company in terms of size and scope. Today, NationaLease has more than 1,000 locations and a fleet count of over 184,000 throughout the United States and Canada.

In his downtime, Vicha enjoys spending time with his wife, Whitney and children Riley and Brendan and playing golf or attending a sporting event. Vicha is a 1992 graduate of Illinois State University.

Syed Zaidi

Vice President of Digital Solutions, International

Syed Zaidi is Vice President of Digital Solutions at International, where he leads digital transformation initiatives that help customers leverage technology to improve fleet performance, operational efficiency, and business outcomes. With more than 20 years of experience in digitalization, IT, and services, Syed has successfully led complex transformation programs that deliver measurable value through innovation and customer-focused solutions.

Throughout his career, Syed has specialized in digital transformation strategy, service design, advanced project management, solution architecture, data management, cloud technologies, IoT, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and product strategy. He is passionate about helping organizations modernize operations by applying practical technology solutions that enhance the customer experience and streamline business processes.

Syed's career highlights include leading an award-winning digital dealer transformation program, serving as a key contributor to a condition-based maintenance initiative, and leading executive-level digitalization programs. A recognized thought leader, he has been a featured speaker at industry conferences and is the author of internationally published articles on digital transformation and innovation. He was also honored as the recipient of the Erik Nilsson Award at Scania for his contributions to digital innovation and leadership.