Awarded annually since 1985 by Automotive Fleet Magazine, the Professional Fleet Manager of the Year honors an experienced fleet manager who has demonstrated exemplary professional ability and leadership qualities in developing and implementing effective fleet policies and programs.
Areas of review for judging include operating costs, replacement cycling and used vehicle disposal, vehicle selection, preventive maintenance and repair, driver eligibility and safety, financial analysis, and other areas that demand the expertise and skills of a dedicated fleet professional.
The first recipient of the award was Jack Lamb of Exxon in 1985.
The 2012 Professional Fleet Manager of the Year is Lee Miller, senior manager of fleet services for Boehringer Ingelheim.
The roster of past winners is below:
2011 Theresa Belding
2010 Michael Sims
2009 Christy Coyte
2008 Joe LaRosa
2007 Lynda Dinwiddle
2006 Scott Mayo
2005 Jim McCarthy
2004 Henry Paetzel
2002 Jim Anselmi
2001 Patsy Brownson
2000 Shirley Collins
1999 Stephen Levine
1998 Sue Miller
1997 Greg Tarring
1996 Sal Giacchi
1995 Debbie Mize
1994 Larry Giddens
1993 Charles Bowden
1992 Dick Prettyman
1991 Patsy Mance
1990
1989 Ron Pink
1988 George Weimer
1987 Richard Catino
1986 Pierce Walsh
1985 Jack Lamb
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