The NAFA Fleet Management Association has announced the return of its Media Day event for the third consecutive year at the upcoming 2025 Institute & Expo (I&E). Set to take place on April 28, 2025, in Long Beach, California, this press-conference style event provides a unique opportunity for exhibitors to present their latest innovations and breaking news to credentialed journalists. Media Day, scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on the opening day of the conference, will feature a series of back-to-back 10-minute presentations from I&E exhibitors. This format allows companies to efficiently communicate their advancements and contributions to the fleet management industry directly to the media.
Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA, emphasized the event's significance, stating, "Media Day continues to be an invaluable platform for exhibitors to showcase their innovations and make a significant impact with the media in attendance." He expressed enthusiasm for the creative ways exhibitors will highlight industry advancements in 2025. The Media Day event is offered at no additional cost to exhibitors participating in I&E 2025, enhancing the value of their investment. Interested exhibitors can apply through the 2025 Media Day Application Form, with a deadline of March 12, 2025. Selected participants will be notified by March 17, 2025.
The NAFA 2025 Institute & Expo is the largest gathering of fleet and mobility professionals in the industry. The three-day event will bring together thousands of fleet professionals from various sectors, including corporate, government, public safety, and utilities. Attendees can expect over 40 educational sessions, extensive networking opportunities, and access to the industry's largest Exhibit Hall. For credentialed journalists, media registration for I&E is complimentary. Press can learn more and register through the NAFA website.
The announcement of Media Day applications opening signals the approaching excitement for I&E 2025. Prospective exhibitors are encouraged to secure their space early to ensure prime placement in the Exhibit Hall. Information about reserving exhibit booths and sponsorship opportunities is available on the NAFA website. Current sponsors for the event include industry leaders such as Fleetio, Holman, Legend, Motive, RAM, Reindeer Logistics, Samsara, US Bank Voyager, and Wheels, highlighting the broad industry support for this pivotal event.
As the fleet management industry continues to evolve with technological advancements and changing mobility requirements, events like the NAFA Institute & Expo and its Media Day become increasingly important. They provide a platform for industry leaders to share innovations, discuss challenges, and shape the future of fleet management. The NAFA Fleet Management Association plays a crucial role in the vehicle fleet industry, representing professionals who manage a wide range of vehicle fleets including commercial, public safety, trucks, and buses. NAFA members are responsible for the management of more than 4.8 million vehicles that collectively drive an estimated 84 billion miles annually, controlling assets and services valued at over $122 billion each year.
