The Straight Talk on Fleet: Recent Episodes
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The Straight Talk on Fleet is hosted by award-winning fleet leader Erin Gilchrist. On each episode, Erin will break down fleet management, cut through the noise and get to the real issues that safety and operations leaders struggle with every day.
In Episode 66, Erin sits down with Josh Zolin—CEO of Windy City Equipment, author, podcaster, and former technician turned modern blue-collar leader—for an unfiltered conversation on what it really takes to build a thriving team in today’s service-driven world.
Together, they unpack what it means to modernize field service operations without losing the heart of your business: your people. From tech adoption and operational transparency to culture-building and leadership values, Josh shares actionable insights on using data the right way, driving meaningful change, and leading with purpose.
Get ready for straight talk on retention, ownership, “camp syndrome,” and why truth isn’t just a concept, it’s a blueprint.
Straight from the floor of NAFA I&E in Long Beach, Episode 64 brings you rapid-fire insights from some of the most dynamic voices in fleet. In this special podcast shorts format, guests share unfiltered answers to speed-round questions like:
- What’s the biggest myth in fleet
- If you had unlimited budget—what’s the first thing you’d fix?
- What’s one habit you'd change in every driver?
Hear from fleet pros across nonprofits, commercial services, and public operations as they drop wisdom, humor, and straight talk on what it takes to run safe, smart, future-ready fleets.
Featuring guests from Ronald McDonald House Charities, Atrium Home Services, RTA, CoolSys, and the Museum of Tolerance.
Quick takes. Big insights. All in under 10 minutes each.
In this episode of Straight Talk on Fleet, Erin Gilchrist sits down with Phil Mirisola from Coast to dig into one of the biggest headaches in fleet management: fuel programs. They get real about the everyday struggles—fuel card fraud, driver compliance, wasted time managing physical cards, and outdated tech that hasn’t evolved in decades. But it’s not all doom and gloom. Erin and Phil explore smarter, more modern solutions that give fleets real-time visibility, tighter security, and fewer administrative fires to put out. Spoiler: You don’t have to settle for the status quo.
Whether you're tired of chasing down receipts or wondering why your driver filled up miles from the job site, this episode is for you. Erin and Phil walk through how integrated, digital-first tools (like Coast + IntelliShift) can give you back time, control, and peace of mind. They also talk change management, how to make the switch without the chaos, and what the future holds as fleets move toward EVs. It's an honest, insightful convo that might just change the way you think about fuel management. Give it a listen—you’ll be glad you did.
Celebrate Women's History Month with our powerhouse panel of women in fleet! Join us as we dive into inspiring career journeys, from breaking into the industry to building a legacy. Our guests share their experiences, offer invaluable advice on work-life balance and overcoming imposter syndrome, and discuss the importance of community and mentorship. Get ready to be motivated and empowered by these remarkable women driving change in the fleet industry.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Keeping our finger on the pulse of safe and efficient fleet operations takes a village. In this episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet, Erin digs into key metrics and KPIs that all fleet operations and safety leaders should consider and socialize within their organizations. The overarching theme around KPIs in this podcast is that KPIs should demonstrate to your organization how effective you are as a fleet, operations, and safety team. Erin considers KPIs as a guide to help leaders make good decisions to improve our fleet operations. She suggests that focusing on baselines and needed improvements in the areas of safety, efficiency, and cost will help the audience develop solid KPIs for managing their fleets.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Kicking off a new year sometimes means we need to get back to the fundamentals. We often make resolutions about how we’re going to improve our health and change our lifestyle to be more sustainable.
Running a fleet is no different! Fleet, safety, and operations leaders have analyzed results, developed 2025 budgets, and ordered vehicles to prepare for the new year. All this will be a wasted effort if we don’t execute on the fundamentals every day. Erin revisits episode 8 of the Straight Talk on Fleet podcast to reinforce the importance of performing daily vehicle inspections. When executed well, vehicle inspections can be a core practice for improving the overall safety, wellness, performance, and life of both your fleet vehicles and drivers. If you want to learn more, connect with Erin on LinkedIn.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet leaders and break down the barriers to change.
In the 59th episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet, Erin chats with Brian Fielkow, Executive Vice President of Risk Resources at Acrisure and a powerhouse in safety leadership. Author of Leading People Safely: How to Win on the Business Battlefield, Brian’s not your typical safety strategist—he’s transformed the way businesses think about safety, showing how it can drive operational excellence, boost morale, and even become a competitive edge.
In this episode, Erin and Brian tackle the big questions: Why does safety so often take a backseat? How can fleet leaders flip the script and make safety a core value, not just a priority?
Packed with relatable insights, bold ideas, and a fresh perspective, this episode will challenge you to elevate your safety culture, engage your team, and drive real results. Don’t miss Erin and Brian connect on what it truly means to lead with safety at the heart of everything you do.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
In this 49th episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin interviewed 5 seasoned fleet professionals from the NAFA booth at NAFA I&E 2024. NAFA I&E is one of the industry’s top learning and networking events.
Each fleet manager shared who they are, what they do, what they are working on now and in the near future, and lastly, gave their perspective on driving safety culture in their fleet and organizations.
The top tips centered around:
Top-down leadership approach
Safety tools and technology
Driver involvement and adoption strategies
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
In this 48th episode of Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast, we repurpose a great conversation hosted by Tom Raftery, host of Sustainable Supply Chain Podcast.
In Tom’s words:
In this enlightening episode of the Sustainable Supply Chain podcast, I had the pleasure of hosting Erin Gilchrist, VP of Fleet Evangelism at IntelliShift. Erin brought a wealth of knowledge and practical advice to the table, discussing the multifaceted approach needed for achieving sustainability in fleet management beyond the simple transition to electric vehicles.
We delved into the significance of leveraging technology and data to enhance fleet safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Erin highlighted the critical role of telematics in monitoring and managing fleet operations, advocating for a data-driven strategy that supports informed decision-making.
An interesting point Erin made was about the importance of internal collaboration within organizations. By bringing together legal, HR, operations, and supply chain teams, fleets can develop comprehensive sustainability plans that align with organizational goals and drive significant improvements.
Erin also shared valuable insights on change management and the necessity of setting realistic sustainability goals, reminding us that progress in sustainability is a journey, not a sprint. It's about making incremental changes and adapting to new technologies and practices that collectively contribute to a more sustainable future.
Whether you're a fleet manager looking to embark on a sustainability journey or someone passionate about the intersection of technology and environmental stewardship, this episode offers actionable insights and thought-provoking discussions on making fleets more sustainable and efficient.
Tune in to discover how IntelliShift is aiding fleets in navigating the complexities of sustainability and learn practical steps you can take today to make a meaningful impact. Your journey towards a more sustainable fleet starts here.
Host Marc Babin of The Auto Tech Show Podcast interviews Erin on his podcast hosted by Anyline.
In this 47th episode of Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast, we repurpose a great conversation hosted by Anyline’s Marc Babin, host of Auto Tech Show Podcast.
Embark on a transformative journey in commercial fleet management with this unique industry expert discussion! Explore the efficiency-enhancing power of our diverse vehicle and tire inspection solutions, enabling you to shorten fleet downtime and keep your vehicles on the road.
Discussion Topics:
Comprehensive Fleet Oversight
Ensure legal compliance and optimal performance by identifying and capturing the crucial data points on vehicles.
Preventing premature or delayed maintenance, ensuring optimal tire usage and vehicle performance.
Using Data Insights for Strategic Decisions
Elevate fleet management with Data Insights, harnessing real-time data for intelligent decision-making.
Make informed choices to enhance overall fleet efficiency and safety, maximizing performance in today's economy.
Efficiency in Action
Address the unique challenges commercial fleet operators face and discover how modern technology can optimize efficiency.
Revolutionize your commercial fleet operations.
This exclusive webinar will help to empower your fleet for unparalleled efficiency and safety on the road.
It takes a lot of moving parts and careful maintenance for a vehicle to effectively run—and it takes as many moving parts and as much maintenance for a company to effectively manage a fleet of vehicles.
In this 43rd episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet, Erin interviews IntelliShift’s new CEO, Henry Popplewell.
Henry comes to IntelliShift with a wealth of knowledge and experience. Erin and Henry cover everything from Henry’s background, why he came to IntelliShift, how IntelliShift stands out in the industry against its competitors, to insights into fleet industry trend and innovations. Henry shares about IntelliShift’s Mission to Zero Accidents and the impact it is having on customer results.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Erin switches it up in Episode 41 of Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast to talk about how association membership and involvement can boost career success. Research shows that active participation in professional associations offers a range of benefits that can positively influence career development and advancement.
To talk about how NAFA supports this idea, Erin hosts Bill Schankel, CEO of NAFA Fleet Management Association. Fleet Professionals can expect to hear how to take advantage of what NAFA has to offer to enhance their careers, and much more.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
In this 39th episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet, Erin interviews industry expert and Fleet Manager of the Year Finalist, Sharon Etherington.
Sharon is Sr. Manager, Regional Administrative Services at Roche. In her role, she manages travel, fleet, and credit card services for the US and Canada. Roche is a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics focused on advancing science to improve people’s lives.
This episode promises to deliver pro tips, stories and great conversation from two of the industry’s top fleet leaders. Sharon shares her secrets to success that any fleet, safety and operation’s leader can use to drive safety and efficiency in their own organizations.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
In this 38th episode of the Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin hosts Matt Vesey, Director of Professional Services at Wise Systems. Wise Systems, a partner to IntelliShift, is an Autonomous Dispatching and Routing solution that empowers operations teams and drivers to improve fleet efficiency and customer service, seamlessly adapting to the everyday challenges they encounter.
Matt and Erin dig into the topic of route optimization for fleets. Successful routing can increase safety and efficiency for your fleet, drive compliance and extend vehicle life and much more. So, no matter what camp you’re in currently, you’ll walk away with something that will help you think differently about the impacts of successful route management for your fleet and organization.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
In this new episode of the Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin breaks down the what, why and how of using ROI analyses to improve project management and ongoing success measurement. She talks about the key components of a fleet safety technology ROI analysis and how the tool can and should be used as a living, breathing document. Erin shares what fleet, safety and operations leader should expect from supplier partners as it relates to building an ROI model that will them up to win inside their organizations using the right inputs, data and information.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
In this 36th episode of the Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin hosts a guest, Matt Glaser who is the VP of Product Management at Car IQ. Car IQ is a partner in IntelliShift’s partner network. At Car IQ, they have created a payment solution developed specifically for vehicles and fleets. Their platform enables vehicles to autonomously initiate, validate and complete payments for services such as tolls, fuels, parking, and more.
In this episode, Erin and Matt will talk about the challenges that fleet leaders face with payment solutions, fuel management programs and more. The good news is that there are some great solutions to help eliminate some of these challenges so that fleet and operations leaders can focus on more strategic goals and initiatives!
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
In this 35th episode of the Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin celebrates how far she’s come in being a new podcaster and influencer in the fleet and safety industry! She shares the mission and pillars of the podcast, recaps some of the hot topics covered so far, and the three themes that tie all of her content together. Erin calls the fleet community to action as well by asking for more engagement, best practice sharing, comments and suggestions.
Enjoy this recap of the Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, like, comment, share, and subscribe wherever you find your favorite content!
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Key topics include:
Optimizing fleet operations
Leveraging technology
Engaging driver safety and compliance
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Erin interviews friend & colleague, Mike Camnetar, Fleet Services Manager for General Mills. General Mills, if you’re not aware, produces some of the world’s most iconic brands like Cheerios, Chex and the like. They make the food the world loves. Mike also serves as the current president of NAFA Fleet Management Association. Mike and Erin cover topics like:
- How Mike got into fleet
- How being involved in NAFA has benefitted him as a fleet leader over the years
- Some of his goals for NAFA during Mike’s term as president
- What he’s working on in his own fleet and much more
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
In this 25th episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin shares her philosophies and learnings on customer experience and her vision of what makes up a successful supplier relationship. Topics she’ll dig into are:
What is customer experience?
What should it look and feel like?
The importance of healthy and successful partnerships
Personal experiences and examples that will help to frame what’s possible and what you should expect from solid partnerships and world class service
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
With her extensive experience in the field, she brings valuable insights and real-world examples. In this podcast, you will learn:
Why the way you navigate your tech stack is crucial to safety and efficiency
How to overcome the challenges siloed data and multiple systems create
What other fleet leaders are doing to remove data siloes and empower their vision
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Guest: Bob Martinez
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertsmartinez/
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Guest: Gary Williams
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-williams-9107327/
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Guest: Jonathan Kamanns
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kamannsj/
In this episode, we touch upon a lot of key industry topics during this episode.
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Danielle’s journey into the Fleet industry and her role as fleet director
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Current fuel initiatives and how she must combat the high costs associated
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She touches on being a leader and work-life balance as a mom
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Using internal leadership to advocate and support her during the current supply chain environment
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And so much more
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Guest: Danielle Wyres
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-wyres-8814797b/
In today’s podcast, Erin brings it full circle, digging into data stewardship by way of a single connected, integrated, powerful, easy-to-use fleet intelligence platform. The main 3 tiebacks or themes that really resonate within each episode are; having a well-developed and adopted safety program for your fleet is foundational and will drive success, a modern tech stack to include telematics, AI video dash cams, and a fleet intelligence platform will produce the data and information you need, having a single, connected, and integrated fleet intelligence platform.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Keeping our finger on the pulse of safe and efficient fleet operations takes a village. In this episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet, Erin digs into key metrics and KPIs that all fleet operations and safety leaders should consider and socialize within their organizations. The overarching theme around KPIs in this podcast is that KPIs should demonstrate to your organization how effective you are as a fleet, operations, and safety team. Erin considers KPIs as a guide to help leaders make good decisions to improve our fleet operations. She suggests that focusing on baselines and needed improvements in the areas of safety, efficiency, and cost will help the audience develop solid KPIs for managing their fleets.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
At this stage of the game, organizations still allow fuel prices to dictate how focused they are on their fuel, and sustainability efforts are behind the times. It always has been and still is an outdated way of thinking. Foundationally, organizations should have a consistent approach to sustainability and fuel management with safety as the overarching theme.
In this episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet, Erin talks about developing a cutting-edge fuel management program for fleets. Her messaging aims to help fleet managers transcend traditional thinking on fuel management that typically ebbs, and flows based on fuel prices. She suggests moving to a model that works for fleet managers and organizations through volatile times in the fuel market and sets a foundation for controlling the uncontrollable now and ongoing and that reduces cost and increases efficiency in fuel management.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Host: Bob Mossing and Erin Gilchrist
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Changing hearts and minds around safety in organizations can be difficult. Building a culture of safety can be even harder because it means something different. It means that safety is part of the very fiber of being for your organization. In episode 10 of The Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast, Erin provokes thinking about safety culture as a people-first strategy and “the way we work” vs. “a way of working”. Saying “a way of working” suggests there is another way. So, if you’re building culture, stay aligned with the path of “the way we work” to keep the entire organization beating to the tune of the same drum. She suggests that this is what culture is all about.
Erin talks about how a well-developed safety program in your fleet that includes tools, tech, and policy will drive results in every area of fleet management from compliance to accident management, to fuel and maintenance management, and successful vehicle life cycling.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
In today’s environment of distractions and instant gratification, there’s an even greater need for technology in fleet vehicles that can protect drivers, fleet leaders, and organizations from unforeseen risks. Our roadways are flooded with drivers who are engaged in inattentive driving behaviors on a consistent basis. Erin talks about how to control the uncontrollable by adding AI Video Dash Camera technology to fleets. She describes how to overcome the detractors of this technology with statistics, sound data, ROI modeling, and pilots. Erin shares step-by-step, how to roll out this technology in your fleets while showing drivers what is in it for them and influencing the C-Suite in your organizations.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
In this episode of the Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin discusses the value of performing consistent and accurate vehicle and equipment inspections in your fleet. She digs into the risk and cost of inaction as it relates to vehicle inspections, what a solid vehicle inspection program should look like and what organizations should expect when the program is executed. Erin cuts through the noise and outlines a program for fleet leaders to follow. She also shares how inspections, as a part of your total fleet management solution, will increase safety and compliance, reduce unplanned events, and decrease accidents and maintenance costs. As always, Erin wraps by explaining how data collection and aggregation into a single source, deliver actionable insights that can predict the future and elevate the careers of fleet leaders.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
In this episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin hosts the Director of Global Fleet Administration at STERIS and Co-Host of The Fleet Safety Geeks Podcast, Bob Mossing.
Bob Mossing is not only a highly experienced fleet and operations manager who has demonstrated the ability to lead a diverse team of professionals. He also has strong technical and business qualifications with an impressive track record of more than 20 years of hands-on experience in strategic planning, business unit development, and process engineering strategies. At STERIS he is currently responsible for a fleet of 2,000 vehicles dispersed throughout North America, Puerto Rice, EMEA, and LatAm with a $22M operations budget for fleet operations.
Erin Gilchrist Rugg and Bob Mossing have been colleagues for over 17 years, during today's Fleet Management Fireside Chat you will learn industry resources to help your day-to-day, sustainability planning, global fleet strategies, and the tools and tech you will need to be a leader at your company. Have fun, listen, and learn as Erin and Bob shoot the breeze on all-things Fleet!
Bob Mossing
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bobmossing/
Fleet Safety Geeks Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Gx3o61zVpW5LlbzPz9OqT
Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
The Straight Talk On Fleet: https://intellishift.com/straight-talk-on-fleet/
Almost everything that happens to your fleet and drivers can be prevented (or reduce the risk in a very meaningful way.) The keys to building a truly proactive and predictive maintenance program for your fleet lies in how well you can collect and interpret the data signals coming from both your vehicles and your driver’s behaviors. This will inform how you structure your maintenance policy and compliance reporting to give you the visibility you need to keep your vehicles on the road and your drivers safe.
Today, there is even greater pressure to build best practices and a center of excellence around your maintenance programs because the supply chain is strained. It’s more difficult to get the right parts ahead of the next incident. On today’s show, Erin reviews her experience rolling out predictive maintenance programs, and how she was able to segment her fleet for benchmarking, reporting, trend analysis, insights, and successful change management.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Fleet managers are often left wearing many hats – thought leader, change agent and project manager within their organizations. Solving fleet challenges and rolling out new technology can be daunting. On top of an already busy day-to-day schedule, it takes extensive research to identify the right set of potential supplier partners and carry through the pilot and deployment process.
Change management should be a shared responsibility – and it can be when we build a well-rounded team of internal and external partners. On today’s show, Erin tackles takes a strategic approach to change management and outlines how to partner to build a C-Suite influencer team that delivers successful business and safety outcomes.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Taking steps to green your fleet is just one component of sustainability. Building a fleet that’s sustainable for the long run – one that’s safe, efficient and profitable – starts with caring for your fleet from the ground up. That includes building sustainable practices that address driver and workforce sustainability, as well as sustainability for yourself as the fleet manager, both personally and professionally.
On today’s show, Erin outlines how to keep your drivers, your entire fleet team, and yourself fit and cared for so you can achieve optimum performance and keep your entire fleet ecosystem safe, healthy and happy.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Fleet sustainability means different things to different people. On today’s show, Erin shares a holistic approach to sustainability that includes three main components:
• Personal and professional sustainability
• Workforce and driver sustainability
• Fleet sustainability
It’s a big topic, and one that will span multiple episodes. For today’s discussion, Erin focuses in on sustainability and fleet management – and the key elements that go into developing and managing a successful fleet sustainability plan.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
Curious why you should subscribe and tune in to watch the latest episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet each week? Then you won’t want to miss this week’s episode.
Listen in as Erin shares the three foundational pillars of the podcast that drive the show’s content and topics – and how they stem from the biggest challenges and successes she faced in managing a fleet, leading a team of fleet administrators, and managing a large network of internal and external partners.
Mastering these pillars will make you more effective and take your role as an influencer to the next level. Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/
The Straight Talk on Fleet is a brand new podcast hosted by award-winning fleet leader Erin Gilchrist. On each episode, Erin will break down fleet management, cut through the noise and get to the real issues that safety and operations leaders struggle with every day.
The goal is to get to the bottom of how leaders can break down the silos of information that stand between them and the ability to run a safe, efficient and sustainable fleet. To accelerate change management and use real-time, accurate data to drive massive efficiencies across fleet-focused business processes. And to elevate fleet careers by sharing emerging best practices.
In this first episode, you’ll get to know Erin and the podcast as she takes a one-time seat in the guest chair and talks with IntelliShift’s John Carione about her background, passion for fleet management and vision for the podcast.
Be sure to subscribe to the show wherever you get your podcasts. Also, connect with Erin on LinkedIn. You’ll join a community of like-minded fleet leaders, have a voice in the conversation, and be part of an industry-leading initiative to elevate the role of fleet operations and break down the barriers to change.
Host: Erin Gilchrist
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-gilchrist-rugg/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ErinGilchristSTOF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Straightalkonfl
Straight Talk on Fleet Podcast Channels
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-straight-talk-on-fleet/id1634059130
Google Podcast: https://podcasts.google.com/search/straight%20talk%20on%20fleet
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0IeGetiJeQ5H1AgWxDjD2p?si=ece44a9dd7b444e2
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/vehicletrackingsol
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/straighttalkonfleet/