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“Legends of Fleet” featuring a dark textured background with gold accents, large metallic gold title text centered, and a framed portrait of Carl Nelson with subtitle identifying him as a retired fleet manager, along with Work Truck and Legend logos at the top.
PodcastsApril 30, 2026

Carl Nelson's Journey, Sliding into Success | Fleet Legends

With more than four decades of experience across fleets such as AT&T and AmeriGas, Carl built a reputation for doing the work, leading through change, and helping to move the industry forward without ever making it about himself.

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Collage of Debi McClendon throughout her fleet career, including professional portraits, industry events, team photos, and a magazine cover highlighting her leadership achievements.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherApril 2, 2026

Debi McClendon on Change, Confidence, and Earning Your Seat in Fleet

Debi McClendon shares hard-earned fleet lessons on change, leadership, buy-in, and why great fleet management is always about people first.

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Legends of Fleet graphic featuring retired fleet manager Carl Nelson in a spotlight interview presented by Work Truck and sponsored by Legend Fleet.
Sponsoredby Lauren FletcherMarch 25, 2026

Sliding Sideways Into Fleet Success: Carl Nelson's Journey | Legends of Fleet

What can today’s fleet managers learn from Carl Nelson’s 40-plus years in fleet? Plenty, especially on leadership, listening, and lasting impact.

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Legends of Fleet thumbnail with portrait of Debi McClendon. Text reads “Spotlight Interview: Debi McClendon, retired fleet manager.” Presented by Work Truck, sponsored by Legend.
Sponsoredby Lauren FletcherFebruary 25, 2026

Mergers, Policy, and Leading Change with Debi McClendon | Fleet Legends

Dropped into fleet with zero car knowledge, Debi McClendon built policy, won exec buy-in, and modernized ops. Watch her playbook for new fleet leaders.

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Legend of Fleet honoree Mark Petersen shown in a collage of career moments, highlighting his four-decade impact on fleet management through leadership, service, and industry relationships.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherJanuary 8, 2026

Mark Petersen on Experience, Pushback, and Being the Captain of the Fleet

Fleet may change, but leadership, preparation, and curiosity never go out of style.

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Collage featuring Sam Lamerato at different points in his public fleet career, including portraits and images with City of Troy public works vehicles, honoring his legacy in fleet leadership.
Articlesby Lauren FletcherDecember 26, 2025

Sam Lamerato on Public Fleet, People, and Leading With Purpose

A lifelong fleet leader, Sam Lamerato shares his journey through public fleet, people-first leadership, and what it means to lead with purpose.

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Collage of fleet leader Amy McAdams speaking, participating in an outdoor activity, and standing with colleagues at an awards event, featured in Work Truck’s Legend of Fleet series sponsored by Legend
Articlesby Lauren FletcherDecember 19, 2025

Legends of Fleet Amy McAdams on Curiosity, Connections, and Finding the Fun in Fleet

Discover real-world fleet management wisdom, from technology trends to leadership tips for today’s operations.

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Legends of Fleet title screen with a framed photo of a woman speaking into a microphone, presented by Work Truck and sponsored by Legend Fleet.
Sponsoredby Lauren FletcherNovember 26, 2025

From Race Cars to Fleet Career Wins: Amy McAdams Story

Career lessons, leadership insights, and real-world fleet advice to help managers grow and navigate an industry that never sits still.

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Matthew Betz, Legends of Fleet with three photos from his career, sponsored by Legend Fleet
Articlesby Lauren FletcherOctober 9, 2025

Matthew Betz on Adaptability, Innovation, and Listening First

Fleet legend Matthew Betz shares 50+ years of wisdom on adaptability, innovation, and why listening is the key to leadership.

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Fleet Legends spotlight interview with Matthew Betz, semi-retired fleet manager and founder of Ore Creek Fleet Consulting, presented by Work Truck
Sponsoredby Lauren FletcherSeptember 24, 2025

Matthew Betz on Fleet Lessons, Leadership, and Why Connections Count

Fleet legend Matthew Betz shares career lessons, rookie mistakes to avoid, and why genuine connections are the key to lasting success.

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