The Merchants Fleet Leadership Team proudly consists of hardworking individuals who collaborate to provide the best fleet solutions for their clientsâ needs. Combined, they have over 300 years of experience in fleet management, an average of 22 years of leadership experience, and they lead over 650 employees nationally. We believe in the power of people, which is why we have hired some of the best talents in the industry. Learn more about the minds that drive Merchants forward every day.
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UncategorizedHow Proactive Truck Planning Helps Fleets Stay Ahead of Seasonal DemandÂ
For project-based industries, seasonal demand rarely arrives without warning. Construction sch… -
UncategorizedHow Fleets Can Navigate Uncertainty Without Adding CostÂ
Fleet leaders are entering a period where cost control is becoming more difficult and more strategic… -
UncategorizedReduce Fleet Downtime & Protect Productivity
As construction fleets navigate increasing pressure to stay on schedule and control costs, downtime … -
UncategorizedWhy Client Experience Is the Missing Link in Fleet PerformanceÂ
When client service breaks down, the impact is immediate. A delayed repair approval. -
NewsThese Edges Are Measured in Inches â Matt Dyer on Fleetâs New Normal
As fleet dynamics continue to shift, the margin for error is getting smaller and the impact of every… -
UncategorizedRethinking Fleet Cost Savings: From Quick Wins to Long-Term Control Â
Fleet cost savings are becoming more difficult to capture. Most organizations have already add… -
UncategorizedWork Truck Week 2026 Recap: Where Truck Strategy and Real-World Performance Are ConvergingÂ
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UncategorizedWhy Cycling Fleet Vehicles More Frequently Can Lower Total Cost of OwnershipÂ
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UncategorizedTaming a 5,000-Vehicle Patchwork Fleet
Fleet growth often brings hidden complexity, especially for organizations expanding through acquisit… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Expands Maintenance and Service Capabilities Through Strategic Relationship with Cox FleetÂ
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UncategorizedStandardization Without Sacrificing Flexibility: Lessons from Scaling 5,000+ Trades Fleet VehiclesÂ
Across home services and skilled trades, growth rarely happens in a straight line. Companies&n… -
UncategorizedFleet Lifecycle Management: Best Practices for Smarter, Lower-Cost DecisionsÂ
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NewsJoin Merchants Fleet at Work Truck Week 2026
Work Truck WeekÂŽ returns to the Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis March 10â13, 2026 â a… -
UncategorizedThe Next Era of Fleet TCO: From Static Ownership to Intelligent UtilizationÂ
Whitney Reynolds, Vice President FleetShare As we kick off 2026, fleet management feels less like c… -
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Matt Dyer, Merchants Fleet: âFleet is no longer a cost centre but a growth engineâ
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NewsWhat 2026 Fleet Strategy Looks Like After a Turbulent 2025
After a volatile 2025, fleet strategy in 2026 is shifting away from expansion and toward discipline,… -
NewsThe Cost Squeeze is Not Letting Up, and Fleets Are Planning Like It
As fleets start the new year, cost pressure is no longer a short-term disruption, itâs an operatin… -
UncategorizedReducing Technician Downtime for Electrical ContractorsÂ
For electrical contractors, technician time is the most valuable asset in the business. -
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How Plumbing Companies Reduce Technician Downtime (and Increase Efficiency)Â
For plumbing companies, technician time is the most valuable resource in the business. -
UncategorizedHow HVAC Companies Reduce Technician Downtime and Increase ProfitabilityÂ
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Service Fleet Standardization for Growing Electrical ContractorsÂ
As electrical contractors grow beyond a single location, fleet complexity tends to increase faster … -
UncategorizedFleet Standardization for Multi-Location Plumbing OperationsÂ
As plumbing companies grow beyond a single location, fleet complexity increases quickly. -
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Fleet Standardization for Multi-Brand HVACÂ Businesses: The Key to Scalable GrowthÂ
Private equityâbacked HVAC companies grow by acquiring strong regional operators and integrating… -
UncategorizedFleet Management for Electrical Contractors: The Complete GuideÂ
Service vehicles are the backbone of a successful electrical business. -
UncategorizedFleet Leasing vs Buying for Electrical ContractorsÂ
Fleet decisions play a critical role in how electrical contractors manage growth, control costs, and… -
UncategorizedThe Complete Guide to Commercial Fleet Management for Plumbing CompaniesÂ
Every plumbing operation depends on a reliable, well-equipped fleet that does more than move technic… -
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Fleet Leasing vs Buying for Plumbing Companies: Which Strategy Supports Growth?Â
Fleet decisions play a major role in how plumbing companies grow, scale, and remain profit… -
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HVAC Fleet Leasing: Is Leasing or Buying the Better Strategy for HVAC Growth?Â
Fleet decisions shape the way HVAC companies grow. -
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HVAC Fleet Management: The Ultimate Guide to Reducing Costs and Technician DowntimeÂ
Running a successful HVAC business requires more than skilled technicians and co… -
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FleetShare: Keeping Your Busy Fleet on Track During the Holidays and Beyond
As the holidays and peak winter season put added pressure on fleet operations, many organizations ar… -
NewsQ&A: Preparing for the Holiday Shipping Surge
As delivery networks brace for another compressed holiday surge, flexible capacity and real-time dat… -
NewsSpecâing Strobe Lights for Utility Trucks
Strobe and beacon lighting plays a critical role in keeping utility crews and the public safe â bu… -
NewsCognizant and Merchants Fleet Set New Standard for Fleet Management Efficiency
Strategic collaboration leverages automation to modernize fleet management TEANECK, N.J. and HOOKS… -
NewsMerchants Fleet adds ServiceUp to repair partners
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NewsData Is the New Diesel: Understanding the Role of Telematics in the EV Transition
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NewsQ&A: How Tariffs Are Affecting Fleet Operations and Upfitting in 2025
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Merchants Fleet Welcomes Paul Garbis as VP, Field OperationsÂ
HOOKSETT, NH, June 24, 2025ââŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solution… -
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As tariffs drive up costs, fleets reevaluate sourcing and strategy
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NewsHow proactive maintenance protects fleet warranties
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NewsMerchants Fleet Promotes Stephen Merkel to Vice President, West Region
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NewsHow Fleets Are Planning Smarter After Supply Chain Disruptions
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NewsMerchants Fleet Unveils Strategy to Transform Technology Wins into Growth Opportunities
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NewsMerchants Fleet Welcomes Lisa Foglia Gieseler as Regional Sales ManagerÂ
HOOKSETT, NH, April 10, 2025ââŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet … -
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Trucking industry recovery depends on limited downtime
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NewsTariffs cast uncertainty over commercial vehicle sector
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Rightsizing your fleet: Why more vehicles isnât always the answer
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NewsTariff Watch
Tariff Updates: 4/21/25 Last week, the administration announced a 90-day pause on most of the recent… -
NewsJoin Us at NAFA 2025Â
The fleet industry has faced unprecedented challenges in recent years, from vehicle shortages to shi… -
NewsFleet Industry Veteran Matt Dyer Appointed as New CEO of Merchants Fleet
HOOKSETT, NH, January 28, 2025âMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solution… -
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Merchants Fleet Advances Community Impact with Second Year of Innovative âGive With Merchantsâ Program
Fleet Management Company reinvents corporate giving by empowering employees to support the caus… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Survey Reveals AI to Have a Huge Role in 2024 Holiday Deliveries
HOOKSETT, NH â November 26, 2024 â As holiday season demand ramps up, a recent survey commission… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Welcomes Blair Hendrix to Board of Directors
Appointment of Renowned Industry Leader Reinforces Merchantsâ Commitment to Strategic Growth  … -
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Supply & Demand Chain Executive Names Merchants Fleet ClearCharge⢠Program to List of 2024 Top Supply Chain ProjectsÂ
Hooksett, N.H.âŻJune 17, 2024:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solutio… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Hires Brian Sari as Regional Sales Manager for Truck & Van Rental DivisionâŻÂ
Hooksett, N.H.âŻJune 14, 2024:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solutio… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Hires Jimmy Gloff as Regional Sales Manager for US West Region
âŻHooksett, N.H.âŻJuly 30, 2024:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solu… -
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Mobile maintenance companies can strengthen operations through vehicle upfitting
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Merchants Fleet to Host 5th Annual Fleet Summit
Flagship Event to Showcase Client-Centric Innovations and Cutting-Edge Fleet Solutions Hookset… -
NewsFactors to Consider When Upfitting a Construction Fleet
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Merchants Fleet Kicks off 2nd Annual Supercharged SeptemberÂ
Hooksett, N.H., September 2, 2024 ââŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet s… -
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âUnlocking the Real Power of AI for Fleetsâ featuring Merchantsâ AI Strategist, Dr. Suzannah Hicks  Â
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NewsMerchants Fleet Appoints Jeff Nieman as New Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer
Seasoned Executive Brings Wealth of Operational Expertise to the Merchants Team HOOKSET… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Partners with Ridecell to Orchestrate Fleet Lifecycle ActivitiesÂ
Merchants Fleet leverages Ridecell 360 to enhance scalability and operational efficiency, reinforcin… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Secures ISO 27001 Certification, Elevating Information Security Standards for Clients
Certification places Merchants Fleet among the top tier of fleet management companies committed to d… -
NewsAs Demand for Fast Deliveries Surges, Companies Struggle With the EV Transition
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Merchants Fleet Named to Inc. Magazineâs List of the Northeastâs Fastest-Growing Private Companies for Second Year in a Row
HOOKSETT, N.H., Feb. 27, 2024â Inc. Magazine today revealed that Merchants Fleet is No. -
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Outlook 2024: Is Fleet Back to Normal?
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NewsMerchants Fleet Hires AI Expert Suzannah Hicks
Raises the bar for fleet innovation with AI Strategy Hooksett, N.H.âŻMarch 7, 2024:âŻMerchan… -
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Merchants Fleet Announces the Retirement of Chairman, CEO & President Brendan P. Keegan
HOOKSETT, N.H., March 8, 2024 â Merchants Fleet, the nationâs fastest-growing fleet management c… -
NewsAdvanced Clean Fleets Rule â Private Fleets Prepare for Compliance
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NewsMerchants Fleet Hires Adam Rowell as Regional Sales Manager for Northeastern Region Truck Rental DivisionÂ
Hooksett, N.H.âŻApril 3, 2024:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solutio… -
UncategorizedMerchants Fleet Hires Jessica Starke as Regional Sales Manager for Central Region Truck & Van Rental DivisionÂ
Hooksett, N.H.âŻApril 25, 2024:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet soluti… -
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 Merchants Fleet Hires Brian Piern as Vice President of Regional Sales
Hooksett, N.H.âŻApril 30, 2024:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet soluti… -
NewsBold Strategies to Beat High Interest & Boost Returns
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ElectrificationFuture of Fleet
The Car Doctor Podcast: Electrifying Your Fleet with Hari Nayar of Merchants Fleet
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NewsMerchants Fleet Launches New Hampshireâs Largest Workplace EV Charging Installation
HOOKSETT, NH, May 9, 2024 â Merchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solutions, … -
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BizcastNH Podcast: Kirk Hoffman, Merchants Fleet
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Merchants Fleet Recognized as a US Best Managed Company, Third Year in a Row
HOOKSETT, NH., May 10, 2024âMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solutions, … -
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Merchants Fleet Recognized as a Sustainability Leader at 2024 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards
HOOKSETT, NH., May 17, 2024âMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solutions, … -
UncategorizedHow to Achieve Fleet Safety Certification: A Step-by-Step Guide for Businesses
What Is Fleet Safety Certification? Fleet safety certification is comprehensive training that demons… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Releases its Annual Impact Report
Creating a Positive Impact on our Planet, People and Communities âŻHOOKSETT, N.H., May 22, 2024â … -
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Nirmit Agarwala of Merchants Fleet Wins Gold Award at 2024 GlobeeÂŽ AwardsÂ
Hooksett, N.H.âŻJune 14, 2024:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs leader in innovative fleet solutio… -
NewsTurnPoint is ‘Bringing It All Together’
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NewsMerchants Fleet Hires Nick Hafto to Oversee Regional Sales of the Greater Indianapolis Area
âŻHooksett, N.H.âŻSeptember 26, 2023:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs fastest growingâŻfleet ma… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Announces Sponsorship of Automotive Fleet Leasing Associationâs (AFLA) Flagship Industry Event
HOOKSETT, N.H., September 29, 2023âMerchants Fleet, the nationâs fastest growing fleet managemen… -
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Merchants Fleet Announces Expanded Partnership with McLaren Racing
Industry Leaders Continue Powerful Alliance HOOKSETT, N.H., October 3, 2023âMerchants Fleet,… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Hires Blake Buchanan as Regional Sales Manager of Texas and LouisianaÂ
Hooksett, N.H.âŻOctober 17, 2023:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs fastest growingâŻfleet managem… -
NewsMerchants Fleet Named to Inc.âs Second Annual Power Partner AwardsÂ
HOOKSETT, N.H., October 24, 2023 â Merchants Fleet, the nationâs fastest growingâŻfleet managem… -
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Merchants Fleet EV Charging Management Guide
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NewsMerchants Fleet Plus Green Living Guy Tree Planting Forests
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The Road To EV Adoptions with Merchants Fleet
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Merchants Fleet Survey Reveals Sustainability Will Heavily Influence 2023 Holiday Shopping SeasonÂ
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News9 Cloud Strategy Questions Every IT Leader Must Answer
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8 change management questions every IT leader must answer
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NewsMerchants Fleet Reinvents Corporate Philanthropy with Innovative “Give With Merchants” Program
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Merchants Fleet Hires Christina Malseed (Saneman) as Regional Sales Manager  for the US Eastern Region
Hooksett, N.H.âŻJanuary 9, 2024:âŻMerchants Fleet, the nationâs fastest growingâŻfleet manageme… -
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Merchants Fleet Expands EV Lineup with 250 New 2024 Chevrolet Silverado Electric Pick Up TrucksÂ
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Merchants Fleet Named to 2024 REAL LEADERSÂŽď¸ Top Impact Companies List Â
Hooksett, NH- January 17, 2024 â Merchants Fleet, one of the nationâs fastest growing fleet mana… -
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The electrifying revolution: Navigating the transition to electric vehicle fleets
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Christina Malseed (Saneman) is Ready for âPivotal Yearâ at Merchants Fleet
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Stellantis Strengthens Commercial Vehicle Business: Merchants Fleet to Purchase 12,500 All-new Ram ProMaster Electric Vans
