CVTA’s 2017 SPRING CONFERENCE M AY 1 0 - 1 2 t h
Table of Contents Welcome Letter from the Conference Chair ..........................................................2 Conference Committee Listing ..........................................................................3 Anti-Trust Statement .......................................................................................4 Schedule-At-A-Glance ............................................................................ . ........5 Sessions .....................................................................................................6-9 Conference Sponsors .................................................................................10-11 Exhibitors ...............................................................................................12-16 CVTA Events .................................................................................................17 Speaker Bios ...........................................................................................18-20 CVTA Diamond, Platinum & Gold Sponsors ........................................................21 Board of Directors .........................................................................................22 Hill Day Sponsors .........................................................................................23 While You’re in New Orleans.......................................................................24-25
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WELCOME Welcome to CVTA’s 2017 Spring Conference. On behalf of the Conference Committee, please let me extend our thanks and appreciation for taking time out of your busy schedule to attend this conference. This conference is especially exciting for me, as this is the first one I’m attending as the Conference Committee Chairman. Over the last few months, the Committee, alongside of CVTA staff, worked together to put forth an agenda that truly reflects the changing and evolving landscape of the commercial driver training and trucking industries. From legislative and regulatory issues, to understanding changing market conditions, these are interesting times we find ourselves in as members of the transportation and trucking sectors. I believe that this year’s Spring Conference agenda addresses on how to better improve and have a positive impact on your business goals. As always, we are looking for both new and current members to serve and participate in the Conference Committee. Within our membership, we have many passionate members that have great ideas on very topical subjects that can speak to and provide information on a variety of subjects. Becoming a member of the Conference Committee, is one valuable way to bring to the table ideas and new ways of thinking to elevate CVTA-sponsored events to the next level. Thanks for all you do, and I hope you have a great conference. Sincerely,
Jerome Redmond
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Conference Committee CHAIR Jerome Redmond American Truck Training, Inc.
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Jill Balleh CDS Tractor Trailer Training Kim Carsten Commercial Driver Training Fran Bernard International Trucking School Angela Horowitz Stevens Transport Truck Driving Schools Matthew Bither Advanced Career Institute Don Klaus Midwest Technical Institute Deb Rishel Paradigm Media Consultants Donna Miller Liberty Card Greg Koepel Roehl Transport Duane Boswell TMC Transportation Latasha Mack U.S. Xpress Paul Rasmussen Paschall Truck Lines Shane Johnson Heavy Metal Truck Training
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ANTI-TRUST STATEMENT FOR CVTA GENERAL MEETINGS It is the policy of the Commercial Vehicle Training Association, and it is the responsibility of every Association member company, to comply in all respects with federal and State antitrust laws. No activity or discussion at the Association meeting or other function may be engaged in for the purpose of bringing about any understanding or agreement among members to (a) raise, lower, or stabilize prices; (b) regulate production; (c) allocate markets; (d) encourage boycotts; (e) foster unfair trade practices; (f) assist monopolization, or (g) in any way violate federal or State antitrust laws. Any questions regarding the meaning or applicability of this policy, as well as any concerns regarding activities or discussions at Association meetings, should be promptly brought to the attention of the Association President.
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Schedule-At-A-Glance WEDNESDAY, MAY 10 1:30 - 2:30 p.m.
Board Meeting (All Attendees Welcome)
3:00 - 3:45 p.m.
New & Prospective Members “Meet & Greet” with CVTA’s Board
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
Roundtable #1
6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Reception
THURSDAY, MAY 11 7:30 - 8:30 a.m.
Breakfast
8:00 a.m.
Registration Opens
8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Opening Statements & Elections
9:30 - 10:30 a.m.
2017 Spring Conference Opening Address
10:30 – 10:45 a.m.
Break
10:45 – 11:45 a.m.
Understanding the Fundamentals & Pitfalls of Business Expansion
11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Breakout Session: Financial Industry Best Practices Breakout Session: Recruiting Millennial Drivers
12:30 – 1:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Networking
2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Looking into the Future: How New & Emerging Technologies Will Change Trucking, Driver Training, & the Regulatory Landscape
3:30 – 3:45 p.m.
Break
3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
Apprenticeship as an Alternative Recruiting & Funding Source
4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
Legislative Update
FRIDAY, MAY 12 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Continental Breakfast
9:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Economic Update
10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Roundtable #2 & Conference Wrap-Up
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Sessions OPENING ADDRESS GENERAL SESSION 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
| Thursday, May 11
Speaker:
This session will provide insights on the Entry-Level Driver Training Final Rule, the Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Rule, and other policies affecting commercial driving schools.
Larry Minor Associate Administrator for Policy FMCSA
UNDERSTANDING THE FUNDAMENTALS & PITFALLS OF BUSINESS EXPANSION GENERAL SESSION | Thursday, May 11 10:45 – 11:45 a.m. Growing and expanding a business is difficult. Maintaining quality while expanding requires a lot of planning, perseverance and patience. Our panelists will share successful strategies, common problems encountered when expanding, and their personal recommendations for how to grow your business in challenging times. With the emphasis placed on driver training from both a market and regulatory perspective, commercial driving schools should see more drivers seeking formal training. This presents an opportunity for CVTA members to expand their business.
Speakers:
Carl Spatocco Partner Education Evolve
Jeff Bauza President MTC Truck Driver Training
The panelists will cover topics ranging from admissions, operations, quality control, and understanding the legal requirements affecting growth. Mike Busada General Counsel & Vice President Linden Management
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Sessions FINANCIAL INDUSTRY BEST PRACTICES BREAKOUT SESSION | Thursday, May 11 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Speakers:
Ever wonder if you are adhering to industry best practices in financing, collections, or accounting? Do you wake up asking yourself, “what are others doing in the industry and should I consider changing what I am doing to benefit my overall business?”
Larry Marsh President JTL Truck Driver Training
This Breakout Session will cover the findings from the associations’ Financial working group that spent months examining industry processes and procedures in the areas of financing, accounting and collections. In addition, the session will provide attendees with an understanding of what is being done, and what the advantages and disadvantages to certain practices members should consider when employing them. It is also an opportunity for members to examine whether their process and procedures are in-line with the industry at-large.
Stuart Bowman Vice President Pathfinder Career Services
RECRUITING MILLENNIAL DRIVERS BREAKOUT SESSION | Thursday, May 11 11:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Who will be behind the wheel in 2020? Who will be running our companies and organizations in the next 10 to 20 years? Millennials. This presentation will help attendees understand the generational differences in the workplace, and why they are relevant to the trucking industry. In addition, the presentation will provide tips and tricks to successfully attract and retain millennials.
Speaker:
Marilyn Surber Employee Services Manager Melton Truck Lines
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Sessions LOOKING INTO THE FUTURE: HOW NEW & EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES WILL CHANGE TRUCKING, DRIVER TRAINING, & THE REGULATORY LANDSCAPE GENERAL SESSION | Thursday, May 11 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
Speaker:
Driverless, and other automotive safety technologies, are emerging at a very rapid pace. What was once thought to be 20 years away, is now being adopted by manufacturers. This session will examine how these emerging technologies will likely change the nature of trucking and driver training from a regulatory perspective. Mr. Lewis will focus his discussion on how, when, and what regulations and compliance will change or be necessary because of these new technologies, as well as how those changes impact the equipment CDL schools will purchase in the future and how they train future students.
Kevin Lewis Director, Driver Programs AAMVA
APPRENTICESHIP AS AN ALTERNATIVE RECRUITING & FUNDING SOURCE GENERAL SESSION 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.
| Thursday, May 11
During this General Session, FASTPORT’s President, Brad Bentley, and Executive Director of National Apprenticeship, Dave Harrison, will provide attendees with an overview of apprenticeships, the advantages of having a registered apprenticeship program, how schools may benefit, and how they can serve as an alternative recruiting and funding source.
Speakers:
Brad Bentley President FASTPORT
Dave Harrison Executive Director of National Apprenticeship FASTPORT
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Sessions LEGISLATIVE UPDATE GENERAL SESSION 4:45 - 5:30 p.m.
| Thursday, May 11
Speakers:
This session will provide an overview of the legislative and regulatory landscape for CVTA members. Attendees will also be briefed on the association’s efforts to address particular member issues and how to be an effective industry advocate.
Don Lefeve President & CEO CVTA
Mark Valentini Director of Government Affairs CVTA
ECONOMIC UPDATE GENERAL SESSION | Friday, May 12 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. This session will provide conference attendees with insights on the current state of the trucking industry’s economy as well as the contributing factors that could affect future projections.
Speaker: Bob Costello Chief Economist & Vice President American Trucking Associations (ATA)
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Sponsors CVTA WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE FOLLOWING SPONSORS FOR SUPPORTING OUR SPRING CONFERENCE
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Sponsors
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Exhibitors ADVANCED TRAINING SYSTEMS The ANSWER to consistent, cost-effective, and optimized DRIVER TRAINING of THE FUTURE is here!
Becky Hudson T: 1-800-870-5782 E: bhudson@atstrainingsystems.com
Stop by and see the NEW & IMPROVED products of ATS! Take your training to the next level with Patented Technology and innovation only offered by Advanced Training Systems while increasing your bottom line. Self-Guided and Student/Driver-Paced: no need for a human trainer. • Consistent Training: focuses on individual student/driver behaviors, corrects, modifies, and improves skills • Decrease your Equipment/Maintenance Costs while Increasing your Student / Driver Retention • Single-Screen & 3-Screen options available for THOUSANDS LESS than others TransMaster Shifting Trainer • Single-Screen Shifting Simulator with On Cue Motion • Full Shifting Lessons INCLUDED • Convertible and Upgradable to Full Function 3-screen TransMaster 3 Screen Simulator • 3-Screen Full Function Simulator with On Cue Motion • Full Shifting Lessons INCLUDED • Backing Practice INCLUDED; PLUS up to (5) Training Scenarios • Best price in the market place
CDL Marketing Group CDL Marketing Group is the #1 digital recruitment solution for trucking schools and freight carriers on a mission to acquire drivers. Our wide network of web properties attracts countless Class-A drivers seeking new opportunities and students in need of training.
Ben Onnie T: 248-977-8953 E: ben@cdlmarketinggroup.com
With over 150 schools and carriers in our network, CDL Marketing is without a doubt the go-to resource for student and experienced driver acquisition. We exist to battle the driver shortage. Student Leads: https://www.cdlcareernow.com | https://cdltrainingtoday.com | https://besttruckingschools.com Experienced Drivers: https://cdljobnow.com | https://truckwarrior.com
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Exhibitors ECAMPUS LYNX eCampusLynx™ school management software provides the best values for your money.
Dr. Abu Shaharier T: 602-852-0101 E: atshahar@aol.com
Save money by eliminating database servers and resource needed to track Leads and students’ information. Single system supports functions performed by employees in all departments: a) Admissions, b) Registrar, c) Student Services, d) Financial Aid, e) Academics, f) Accounting, g) Externship, h) Compliance, i) Placement, and j) Alumni Relation. You can view and work with lead posted from your school web site(s) through alumni contacts. You can communicate with your students as they Clock In or Out via eCampusLynx Time Clock module. Student can see their Scheduled vs. Attended Hours each time they Clock In or Out. Financial Aid and Academics can view student academic progress (SAP) status as of specific date. You can view and print your school/program specific enrollment agreement as you need them. You can create user groups and assign access to department specific screens and functions. eCampusLynx™ school management software maintains all the demographic data points required for IPEDS, ACICS, NACCAS, ACCET and other compliance agencies. We implement eCampusLynx to fit how your employees perform everyday operations.
EDUCATION LOAN SOURCE
Marshall Shen T: 858-720-6854 E: marshall.shen@edloansource.com
Our firm, Education Loan Source, provides Tuition Financing at 100% Student Approval, regardless of student FICO score. We manage over $1.2 billion in Loan Portfolio Assets, exclusively in the Education Sector and work in Compliance with schools in all 50 states with Truth-in-Lending Laws and Consumer Protection Regulations. We also look for opportunities to purchase Student Receivable Portfolios, performing or non-performing, to help schools realize cash on “write-off” portfolios and assist with the 90/10 Requirement. We offer the full boutique of Loan Services from: Loan Origination, Compliant Loan Servicing and Collecting, and Institutional Loan Purchasing.
EXAM VIP ExamVIP, Inc. is a national, employer-dedicated Healthcare Company that provides on-site DOT Medical and Drug Screen services, as well as comprehensive Third-Party-Administrative services, to companies and schools in the Trucking industry.
Amanda Harrison T: 866-235-9112 E: aharrison@examvip.com
Our accomplished executives, in-house clinical team and Nationally Certified Medical Examiners work closely with each client to custom-build and manage the medical services and drug screen programs, as required by law and requested by the company. There is no limit, large or small, as to whom we can service. However, with the help of our sister company Vestig8, we have created a niche’ for working Vestig8 Healthcare Information Systems, LLC (Vestig8) has created and cloud-based electronic medical records program which allows the company and/or the MRO to provide a simple, affordable and safe solution to a sometimes complex process. The available modules include: DOT CME, Supplies, Scheduling, UDS Results, FMCSA CME Disposition Upload, Invoicing, Report Builder, Background Screen Results and QI Review.
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Exhibitors FASTPORT Brad Bentley T: 978-877-4300 E: brad.bentley@fastport.com
FASTPORT was founded in 2010 by trucking company owners to help solve the Trucking Industry’s recruiting and hiring problems. FASTPORT invented JobMaps™’ user-friendly software to aid the job searching and hiring process, providing better careers for drivers and growth for carriers. FASTPORT’s non-commercial division is uniting the Industry’s effort to educate, hire and inspire military veterans through its Trucking Track initiative in partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Hiring Our Heroes Foundation. As the U.S. Department of Labor’s industry intermediary for the Transportation sector, FASTPORT also helps employers create registered Apprenticeship programs.
INTERNATIONAL USED TRUCKS
Nicole Zeuske T: 331-332-2118 E: nicole.zeuske@navistar.com
With 15 Used Truck Centers nationwide, International Used Trucks offers a wide selection of inventory with trucks from a variety of manufacturers in Class 5 through 8. Whether you’re looking for something value-priced to keep costs down or a late-model, low mileage unit to take advantage of the latest technology, we’ve got a truck to meet your needs as well as flexible financing options and warranty packages. Want to drive one of the most aerodynamic and fluid-efficient trucks available? International Used Truck Centers offers the ProStar with SCR powered by the International N13 or Cummins ISX engines. Confidence Comes Standard with Diamond Renewed, the industry’s leading pre-owned certified reconditioning program. Stop in at any of our 15 locations nationwide to find your used truck today.
LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY
Steven O’Shea T: 800-782-8902 E: soshea@lancerinsurance.com
Lancer Insurance Company’s Commercial Driving School Program provides A.M. Best “Excellent” rated insurance, including Commercial Auto Liability, Physical Damage and General Liability coverages, to certified driver training schools specializing in the operation of trucks, tractor trailers and buses. With Lancer, you’ll get 24/7/365 direct access to the best claim professionals in the business, an extensive library of complimentary loss prevention tools, and knowledge of commercial driving school operations that’s second to none. For the long-term security you deserve, contact us today at 800-782-8902 x3264, email us at cdlschooldirect.com@lancerinsurance.com or visit us at www.lancerinsurance.com.
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Exhibitors PARTNERS FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.
Sean Martin T: 636-305-9877 E: SeanM@partners-mo.com
Partners Financial Services, Inc. holds a unique position in the loan servicing and collection of student accounts receivable. Before we became Partners, our executive team handled all aspects of finance and student receivables for one of the largest CDL school groups in the country. PFS has lived your business, we understand your hurdles with student receivable, and offer our experiences, understanding, and passion to your schools.
TENSTREET
Mike Hanisch P: 918-398-0811 E: mike@tenstreet.com
Tenstreet was established in 2006, and currently works with a wide range of CDL Schools as well as private and for-hire trucking fleets throughout North America. Tenstreet focuses its efforts entirely within the trucking industry, and is committed to providing world-class, customer-specific solutions that help fleets recruit, hire and retain drivers. Recruiting, retention and safety is our premier focus within the transportation industry.
TFC CORPORATION Sean Steinmarc T: (800) 832-2733 E: ssteinmarc@tfctuition.com
Are you turning away potential students who cannot afford your courses? For over 45 years, thousands of schools have used TFC to increase enrollment, retention, and successful graduates with alternative financing solutions. We take great pride in our industry-wide reputation for professional excellence. Our continual focus on state & federal compliance and enhanced customer service technologies will alleviate stresses and help elevate your school. Join thousands of schools working with TFC and find out more about our new services today!
TITAN WEB MARKETING SOLUTIONS
Cash Miller T: 615-890-3600 E: cmiller@titanwms.com
We focus on our clients, not ourselves. We are your marketing team. At Titan Web Marketing Solutions, we use a combination of marketing tactics to drive leads to your business — whether in-store or online. Each member of our growing team is specialized in a particular area of online marketing. This allows each client to have an entire team of marketing professionals working on their behalf.
TRANSPORTATION COMPLIANCE SERVICES
Brian Stout T: 228-623-2828 E: brian@dottrucksafety.com
Transportation Compliance Services, USA is a Safety and Consulting firm with certified experts that specializes in all areas of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, Title 49. TCS services all 50 United States and its territories. Over the last decade, we have been helping Motor Carriers maintain compliance with the U.S. DOT and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration. We also provide Certified Safety Training for drivers in several areas including Haz-Mat, Hours of Service, and drug and alcohol. We offer everything from consultations to seminars to complete safety management. We keep you in compliance and on the road.
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Exhibitors TRAVELCENTERS OF AMERICA
Eric Davanport T: 678-591-4675 E: edavanport@ta-petro.com
TravelCenters of America LLC is a full-service travel center operating in 43 states and Canada with 254 locations along interstate highways under the TA® and Petro® brand. They offer diesel, DEF and gasoline fueling, TA Truck Service maintenance with 1,079 bays at 243 facilities, 3,000+ technicians (over 2,000 ASE certifications), roadside breakdown assistance, OnSITE mobile maintenance, and the TA Truck Service Commercial Tire Network, the nation’s largest independent tire dealership.
UNISA
Matt Chinn T: 303-221-5626 E: matt.chinn@unisainc.com
Have any liquidity needs? UNISA and its affiliates will purchase your performing and non-performing receivables on a non-recourse basis! UNISA utilizes a federal student loan servicing model to assist CVTA schools with the origination and servicing of tuition payment plans and institutional loans. Daily statement mailing and billing, student portal, outbound past due contact, multiple payment processing with no fees, national credit bureau reporting, and skip tracing is included. UNISA activities are pre-collections but interfaces with third party collection agencies who services include litigation.
VIRAGE SIMULATION
Remi Quimper T: 514-856-1556 ext. 104 Toll Free: 877-456-1556 E: remi.quimper@viragesimulation.com
Virage Simulation’s VS600M combines superior simulation technology and proven transfer of training with competency based training programs. The “Golden Series” of training curriculum gives schools with CDL training programs a competitive edge. The Entry Level Driver Training Final Rule is on the horizon. Get the only system with documented proof of proficiency and transfer of training. The VS600M with competency based programs include: • Golden Shifter™: four interlinked modules designed to allow learners to achieve shifting skills with an accurate, non-synchronized transmission. • Golden Mirrors™: five progressive scenarios based on all CDL backing proficiencies with corrective feedback, performance evaluation, record and replay features. • Golden Steering™: four scenarios with different turn configurations, followed by objective evaluations and a shifting assessment. These programs, with Student Tracker and Debrief Station, provide unbiased data regarding the level of student competency and where additional attention should be given. Students and instructors have documented proof of the driver’s ability and skill in reaching the level of proficiency needed to maximize the training time needed to become a Professional Driver.
VOCATIONAL RECOVERY SOLUTIONS
Zach Shlachtman
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T: 877-214-3355 E: zack@vrscollects.com
Vocational Recovery Solutions (VRS) is a division of Lockhart, Morris & Montgomery, a third-party debt collection agency specifically serving truck driving schools, educational lenders and carriers. VRS can dramatically decrease losses on uncollectable receivables through debt collection services and outright purchase options. Our debt collection strategy places our client’s reputation first and goes beyond the pay-it-or-else mentality to convert uncollectable receivables into working capital quickly and effectively.
CVTA EVENTS 2017
MARK YOUR CALENDAR WEBINARS
May 17th Topic: Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse
2017 FALL CONFERENCE
September 27-29th • San Antonio
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Biographies Jeff Bauza
Mike Busada
From the small town of Nashville, IL, Jeff was raised in the trucking industry by his father, an OTR/Owner Operator for 38 years. After college at Southern Illinois University, Jeff met his wife Ann and had two boys. Over the years, the entire family became involved in the transportation industry. In 1988, Jeff began his career in truck driver training at CareerCom/MTA under the guidance of President Jerry Daley. In 1993, Jeff started MTC Truck Driver Training and has always made the goal of the schoole to provide quality safe drivers to the trucking industry.
Mike Busada began practicing law with Adams and Reese LLP, one of the largest law firms in Louisiana and the Gulf South, where he focused on regulatory, commercial and economic development law. Busada later returned to Shreveport to accept the position of General Counsel & Vice President for Shreveport based Linden Management. In this position, Busada oversees all legal and regulatory affairs, compliance and HR for Linden Management operated entities, which include educational institutions in Louisiana and Arkansas.
Brad Bentley
Bob Costello
President FASTPORT
Chief Economist and Vice President American Trucking Associations (ATA)
Brad Bentley is a 1988 graduate of the University of Alabama, having earned a BA in broadcast journalism. Since that time, his accomplished career has led him from various leadership positions in trucking media companies like Randall-Reilly to most recently serving as President of the Truckload Carriers Association (TCA). Today, Bentley oversees a variety of key roles as President of FASTPORT, including sales, operations and forming and enhancing trucking industry partnerships. In addition to his experience in driver recruiting, publishing and executive leadership, Bentley focuses on honoring our nation’s military with projects such as Wreaths Across America, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund’s The Wall That Heals project and creating the Operation Heroes To Highways program while at the helm of the TCA. At FASTPORT, Bentley continues that work by helping the trucking industry adopt and improve military hiring programs.
Bob Costello is the Chief Economist and Senior Vice President for the American Trucking Associations (ATA), the national trade association for the trucking industry. As Chief Economist, he manages all of ATA’s collection, analysis and dissemination of trucking economic information. This includes several monthly trucking economic indicators, motor carrier financial and operating data, an annual freight transportation forecast, driver wage studies, weekly diesel fuel price and economic reports, and a yearly trucking almanac. Bob also conducts economic analyses of proposed regulations and legislation affecting the trucking industry.
President / Owner MTC Truck Driver Training
Stuart Bowman
Vice President for Finance Pathfinder Credit Services
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Stuart Bowman is the Vice President for Finance with Roadmaster Drivers School, which is one of the nations largest with locations stretching from Pennsylvania to California. Over the past 18 months, Stuart has been creating an in-house student finance arm for the organization, using available systems, leveraging resources, and consolidating processes to build a strategically performing loan portfolio. Stuart is the prior COO of Paramount Capital Group and had previously spent over 25 years managing various bank loan assets and programs. His overall 30 plus years of financial industry experience and expertise is specific to loan portfolio asset management and profitability. Stuart earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from The Pennsylvania State University.
General Counsel & Vice President Linden Management
Bob is often cited in the news media as an expert on trucking economics, including the Wall Street Journal, Business Week, CNBC, FOX Business Channel, and National Public Radio. Bob has testified at congressional hearings on trucking issues. In March 2010, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation appointed Bob to the Advisory Council on Transportation Statistics (ACTS), which advises the Department’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS). Bob is a member of the National Association for Business Economics and has served on several research and project panels for the Transportation Research Board, which is part of the National Academies. Prior to joining ATA in 1997, Bob was an economist with Joel Popkin & Company in Washington D.C., an economic consulting firm that specializes in the analysis of wages, inflation, and economic trends. Bob has a Master’s degree from the University of Northern Iowa and a Bachelor of Arts from Winona State University in Winona, MN.
Biographies Dave Harrison
Larry Marsh
Dave has extensive experience coordinating and advising employers and the Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship (DOL OA) on the most effective implementation models for Registered Apprenticeships in the Transportation & Logistics Sector. With nearly two decades of experience in the transportation industry, Dave has directly supported, developed, and implemented apprenticeship related instruction (ARI) and on-the-job (OJT) training outlines for a National DOL Apprenticeship program. As the Executive Director of National Apprenticeship, Dave continues to develop and perfect programs that correspond directly with the OA and the industry by offering best practices, consulting, and finding resources to companies participating in Registered Apprenticeship. Before joining FASTPORT, Dave served in the U. S. Army and is a Veteran of a multiple combat tour. He graduated from Austin Peay State University with a Secondary Ed. History B.A. and has been a high school and middle school football coach, and later a small fleet owner and a business owner. Most recently, Dave developed and managed J.B. Hunt’s military hiring program, Hunt’s Heroes, and with the dedicated mission of hiring 10,000 Veterans.
Larry Marsh is the President of JTL Truck Driver Training based in Omaha that he founded in 2001, and continues to oversee operations of the school. Prior to starting his own truck driver training school, Larry was Controller of Plastilite Corporation in Omaha. Following his job at Plastilite Corporation, he was a self-employed grain and livestock farmer until 1999, when he became the Director of an Omaha-based truck driving school. Larry has long been involved in the trucking and education sectors. Currently, he is a member of the Nebraska Trucking Association. Over the years, he has served on the Nebraska Department of Education Private and Postsecondary Career School and Veterans Education Advisory Council, the Nebraska Department of Education Private and Postsecondary Career Schools, and Veterans Education TRCF Advisory Committee. In addition, Larry has been a member of CVTA since 2008, and since 2013, he sits on the Board of Directors. In addition to his seat on the Board, Larry is Chairman of CVTA’s Membership Services Committee that is responsible for the association’s Instructor Certification Program (ICP), Best Practices and other member programs. Larry received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with an Accounting major from the University of Nebraska Omaha.
Executive Director of National Apprenticeship FASTPORT
Kevin R. Lewis
Director, Driver Programs American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators (AAMVA) Kevin R. Lewis is the Director, Driver Programs for the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators. Kevin was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania on January 5, 1955. Served in the United States Navy in the military intelligence arena from 1973 to 1979 and graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in Business Administration in 1985. Kevin has over 35 years of Information Systems, Computer Hardware/Software Integration, and Driver Licensing experience. Kevin has worked for a wide variety of employers, including NASA, where he worked on the first 3 Space Shuttle launches and the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) where he was responsible for managing the Agency’s Data Processing Center as well as providing computer hardware support for over 1,500 workstations. Kevin joined AAMVAnet in August 1997 as the Driver Systems Implementation Manager and became Manager of the Operations Department in June 1998. In March of 2000, he assumed the position of CDL Safety Director in AAMVA’s Programs department.
President JTL Truck Driver Training
Larry Minor
Associate Administrator for Policy Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) Mr. Minor is FMCSA’s Associate Administrator for Policy. His office is responsible for strategic planning, program evaluation, and safety regulations concerning driver qualifications and training, hours of service for truck and bus drivers, and inspection, repair and maintenance programs for commercial motor vehicles. He began his Federal career in 1989 as a Mechanical Engineer responsible for developing truck and bus safety regulations for the Federal Highway Administration’s Office of Motor Carriers. He served as Chief of the Vehicle and Roadside Operations Division from 1999 through February 2005, and Director of the Office of Bus and Truck Standards and Operations from 2005 to July 2007, when he was appointed Associate Administrator for Policy. He holds a B.S. in Physics from American University and an M.S. in Mechanical Engineering from George Washington University.
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Biographies Carl Spatocco Partner Education Evolve
Mr. Spatocco has served on the CVTA Board as Treasurer, Vice Chairman, Chairman and Past Chairman. Has served on the PTDI Board and as a commissioner for many years. Has served on the ELDTAC Committed for the FMCSA. Is a Partner with Education Evolve and the owner of the Cape Island Foods Group.
Marilyn Surber
Employee Services Manager Melton Truck Lines Ms. Surber joined Melton Truck Lines’ Recruiting Department in 2008. During her time in Recruiting, she developed Melton’s Road Recruiter program. This program equips Melton drivers with the tools to recruit other drivers and make extra money through Melton’s referral program. In 2011, she moved to Driver Relations and Corporate Training where she has continued to develop priceless relationships with the drivers who make Melton the great company it is. Currently, Marilyn oversees Melton’s human resources, training programs and communication, employee services, and social media network to ensure consistency and relevance in the organization. The transportation industry keeps our country moving, building, growing, and supplied with food among many other vital materials. Marilyn is honored to be in a position to help transition people into a career where they can impact their nation. She has 10 years’ experience in corporate communication and training. Prior to joining Melton Truck Lines, Marilyn served in a number of roles with Hilti, Inc. and Mazzios Corporation. She holds a bachelor’s degree in Communication from the University of Tulsa. She is an active member of the Tulsa Are Employers Council, Commercial Vehicle Training Association, National Association of Publicly Funded Truck Driving Schools, and Tulsa Young Professionals.
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Mark Valentini
Director of Government Affairs CVTA Mark Valentini is CVTA’s Director of Government Affairs, and brings over 16 years in government affairs experience in the trade association, transportation and financial services sectors. During his career as a professional lobbyist, Mark has helped several small business trade associations in the financial services and transportation sectors successfully navigate the political arena, increase their profile on Capitol Hill, and achieve their policy goals. As Director of Government Affairs, Mark strategizes and leads government relations activities on behalf of CVTA and its members in front of members of Congress, state officials, as well as state and federal agencies.
CVTA Diamond, Platinum & Gold Sponsors
DIAMOND
PLATINUM
GOLD
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Board of Directors OFFICERS Gary Strube Chairman of the Board DrivePro Brad Barber Vice Chairman Georgia Driving Academy John Diab, Sr. Past Chairman Smith & Solomon Stuart Bowman Treasurer/Secretary Pathfinder Credit Services
DIRECTORS Paul Rasmussen Paschall Truck Lines Greg Koepel Roehl Transport Larry Marsh JTL Truck Driver Training Gary Pressley Heavy Metal Truck Training School John Rojas Mike Byrnes & Associates, Inc. Martin Garsee NAPFTDS & Houston Community College Bruce Busada Diesel Driving Academy Emeritus Director Louis Spoonhour (Ret.) Emeritus Director R. Wade Murphree (Ret.) Emeritus Director
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Hill Day Sponsors
THANKS TO OUR 2017 HILL DAY SPONSORS FOR MAKING THIS YEAR’S EVENT A SUCCESS
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While You’re in New Orleans
ENJOY ONE OF THESE RECOMMENDED RESTAURANTS
$$$$$ Commander’s Palace Galatoire’s $$$$ Cochon K-Paul’s Louisiana Kitchen Muriel’s NOLA $$$ Borgne Palace Café Red Fish Grill 24
$$ Deanie’s Joey K’s Oceania Grill $ Bevi Seafood Blue Oak Camellia Grill Central Grocery Parkway Bakery Morning Call in City Park
CHECK OUT SOME LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
Haunted History Tour
Swamp Tour
Carriage Rides
Garden District Tour
Jackson Square
Cemetery Tour
Audubon Aquarium
Live Music on Frenchman St.
Audubon Zoo
Davenport Lounge (Ritz-Carlton Thurs.– Sat.)
Plantation Tour
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