Two influential thought leaders, Timothy Papandreou and Jack Becker, will take center stage at NAFA 2025 Institute & Expo (I&E), scheduled for April 28-30, 2025 in Long Beach, California. Papandreou, a pioneer in artificial intelligence, and Becker, a decorated military fighter pilot, will deliver keynotes that promise to inspire and equip fleet professionals with fresh perspectives on leadership and innovation.
“We are thrilled to welcome both Timothy Papandreou and Jack Becker as keynote speakers for I&E 2025,” said Bill Schankel, CAE, CEO of NAFA. “Timothy’s insights into AI and its impact on fleet operations will provide attendees with a clear view of the future of the industry, while Jack’s expertise in leadership and performance will offer invaluable lessons on how to build high-performing teams and drive success under pressure. Together, their presentations will provide fleet professionals with the tools and knowledge to excel in a rapidly changing environment.”
Timothy Papandreou, known for his groundbreaking work in AI and emerging technologies, will open the event with his keynote “AI: The Most Powerful Technology That Is Changing Your World Forever” on Monday, April 28. With his extensive experience as an advisor at Google’s X Moonshot Factory and a key contributor to Waymo—the world’s first autonomous vehicle service—Papandreou will explore how AI is reshaping industries and transforming fleet operations. His session will cover how AI can optimize maintenance, forecast demand, automate logistics and deliver data-driven insights to improve fleet performance.
Jack Becker will take the stage on Wednesday, April 30 with his keynote “Supersonic Success.” A combat-decorated fighter pilot, Becker is a recognized expert in leadership, teamwork and human performance. In his presentation, he will share the protocols used by elite military aviators to optimize team performance under pressure. Becker’s session will introduce attendees to Crew Resource Management (CRM)—a leadership tool that can help any organization improve performance, minimize mistakes and create a culture of continuous improvement.
In addition to these keynotes, NAFA will announce more education sessions and speakers in the coming weeks, ensuring a diverse and dynamic lineup for I&E 2025. With over 40 educational sessions, I&E attendees will have the opportunity to explore a variety of topics relevant to their fleet management needs.
Early bird registration for I&E 2025 ends January 31, 2025. Fleet professionals who register by this date will enjoy discounted rates, ensuring access to all educational sessions, the industry’s largest Exhibit Hall, and numerous networking opportunities with peers and industry leaders. Media registration is complimentary for credentialed journalists.
Prospective exhibitors are encouraged to secure their space early to ensure prime placement in the Exhibit Hall. For more information about reserving an exhibit booth, please visit NAFA’s website. Sponsorship opportunities can be secured here. This year’s current sponsors include Fleetio, Holman, Legend, Motive, RAM, Reindeer Logistics, Samsara, US Bank Voyager and Wheels.
