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David Cullen comments on the positive and negative factors impacting trucking – from the latest government regulations and policy initiatives coming out of Washington DC to the array of business and societal pressures that also determine what truck-fleet managers must do to ensure their operations keep on driving ahead.

A 32-year veteran of magazine publishing, David started his career as a regional sales manager at HDT and now runs this industry-leading publication. David has served in a variety of sales and management positions with such trade journals as Tire Review, Fleet Equipment and Fleet Owner. After graduating from the University of Dayton with a degree in marketing communications, David went to work for National Seating Company, a leading transportation seating manufacturer, where he handled sales and marketing responsibilities and called on the OEM’s, fleets and HD distributors. Over the years, David has been a member of The American Trucking Associations, Technology & Maintenance Council, the Society of Automotive Engineers and numerous state truck associations. David is an ex-SCCA racer, and enjoys fishing, hunting, golf and traveling with his family. He and his wife, Laurie, live in Ohio with their two children, Geoff and Lauren.

A respected freelance writer, Denise Rondini has covered the aftermarket and dealer parts and service issues for decades. She now writes regularly about those issues exclusively for Heavy Duty Trucking, with information and insight to help fleet managers make smart parts and service decisions, through a monthly column and maintenance features.

Eric Gandarilla is a former Bobit editor who worked on Automotive Fleet and Vehicle Remarketing.

Fred Fakkema is the former Vice President of Safety and Compliance at Zonar.

Grace Suizo is a former senior editor of Bobit Business Media. She was previously known as Grace Lauron.

Greg Basich is a former web editor for Automotive Fleet, Government Fleet, Green Fleet, Fleet Financials, and Business Fleet.

Jack Firriolo is the Chief Operating Officer at Merchants Fleet Management. As a member of senior leadership Jack not only provides vision for the company, but also delivers best-in-class results across all operating areas. As a business industry expert Jack is relied on to oversee the completion of information technology projects, and to help grow the Merchants Fleet Management brand.

Jack Roberts is known for reporting on advanced technology, such as intelligent drivetrains and autonomous vehicles. A commercial driver’s license holder, he also does test drives of new equipment and covers topics such as maintenance, fuel economy, vocational and medium-duty trucks and tires.