NAFAs CAFM Class of 2005 Honored at FMI-LEG
ISELIN, NJ – The National Association of Fleet Administrators, Inc. (NAFA) has recognized 13 individuals who completed the rigorous Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) program.
ISELIN, NJ – The National Association of Fleet Administrators, Inc. (NAFA) has recognized 13 individuals who completed the rigorous Certified Automotive Fleet Manager (CAFM) program. The course, which must be completed within three years, consists of seven curriculum modules: asset management, business management, financial management, fleet information management, maintenance management, risk management, and vehicle fuel management. The graduates in the CAFM Class of 2005 are: Michael Atkinson, CAFM, Montgomery County, Maryland; Patrick Bartole, CAFM, New Jersey City University; Kenneth Bernard, CAFM, City of Roanoke, Virginia; Robert Charette, CAFM, Town of Groton, Connecticut; Carol Davis, CAFM, Advance Auto Parts, Roanoke, Virginia; Robert Elllingsworth, CAFM, State of Minnesota DOT; Irene Grant, CAFM, City of Abilene, Texas; Bill Hall, CAFM, Canada Post Corp.; Gary Horwald, CAFM, City of Santa Barbara, California; James Schwab, CAFM, City of Cincinnati, Ohio; Matthew Stewart, CAFM, Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, Illinois; Diane Watkins, CAFM, City of Cincinnati, Ohio; David “Scott” Watts, CAFM, Samson Investment Co., Tulsa, Oklahoma. The mission of the CAFM program is to foster professional education through a curriculum that features the important elements of effective automotive fleet management, as well as to identify people with exceptional knowledge of the practices and principles necessary for effective management of an automotive fleet.
More Operations

90% Use Telematics. Are Fleets Getting Safer? | AF News Recap
This week, we're breaking down which industries have the highest rates, how Jamie McKay manages 2,400 vehicles, what's happening with the 2027 fleet awards, and why software-defined vehicles could introduce new costs.
Read More →
What's Best Handled by an FMC, and What's Better Done Directly?
Fleet managers continue to rely on FMCs for essential services but are taking a closer look at where working directly with suppliers can improve efficiency and responsiveness.
Read More →
Fleet Meets: Erin Gilchrist
Meet Erin Gilchrist, the inaugural Mike Antich Spirit of Fleet Award winner, as she shares insights on leadership, mentorship, the power of industry connections, and why people remain at the heart of fleet's future.
Read More →
How 2026 Fleet Visionary Jamie McKay Manages 2,400 Vehicles Across 37 States
How do you keep 2,400 vehicles running across 37 states? Fleet Visionary Award winner Jamie McKay shares how collaboration, flexibility, and a few simple strategies help her tackle fleet management challenges at Aptive Pest Control.
Read More →
Managing Fleet Costs in an Era of Permanent Volatility
Fleet operating costs have risen more than 20% since 2020, raising a key question: When does extending a vehicle's service life stop making financial sense?
Read More →
The Next Evolution of Fleet Management: Autonomous Operations
This opening keynote session at the Fleet Forward Conference highlights the future of autonomous driving for fleets.
Read More →
How to Reduce the Total Cost of Risk From Catalytic Converter Theft
A stolen catalytic converter can cost fleets far more in downtime and lost productivity than in repairs. A total-cost-of-risk approach can help fleet managers quantify their exposure and prioritize theft prevention.
Read More →
Personal-Use Charges Rise as Vehicle Values Fall | AF News Recap
Personal-use charges are climbing, wholesale used-vehicle values are declining, and commercial fleet sales growth is slowing. This week, we're breaking down the latest fleet data, plus how Element Fleet Management is helping Waymo prepare for its first Canadian robotaxi market.
Read More →
Here's When You Should Make an Exception to Fleet Policy
Fleet policies are designed to create consistency, but not every driver or situation fits neatly within standard rules.
Read More →
AI-Native or AI-Acquired: What Should Fleet Managers Look for in an AI Platform?
Six questions can help fleet managers look beyond AI marketing claims to evaluate integration, data access, and real-world operational performance.
Read More →
