2023 Annual Strength IN Numbers® Fleet Safety Benchmark Conference

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NETS Annual Strength IN Numbers®

Fleet Safety Benchmark Conference

October 10~12, 2023

The 2023 conference was held at:

Conrad Indianapolis

50 West Washington Street

Indianapolis, IN 46204

Home to the renowned Collection Suites and a gallery of works by Warhol, Dali, Picasso, and more, the Conrad luxury hotel brings art and inspiration to downtown Indianapolis. Relax in downtown’s only hotel spa, savor fine dining and steakhouse fare, and enjoy nearby attractions including Monument Circle, Lucas Oil Stadium, and Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Conference presentations are available to all conference attendees in Whova for 90 days post-conference.

NETS annual STRENGTH IN NUMBERS® Benchmark Conference convenes each year to bring together Global, Corporate, Government, and Non-profit employers. Conference participants include NETS member companies from diverse industries, representing a collective global fleet of more than half-a-million vehicles, ~80% passenger vehicles, that travel nearly 11 billion miles annually.

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WHY SHOULD YOU PARTICIPATE IN NETS ANNUAL CONFERENCE?
  • Share road safety case studies, new research, and emerging issues;
  • Review NETS annual STRENGTH IN NUMBERS® Fleet Safety Benchmark Report;
  • Gain exclusive access to industry-leading Road Safety Sponsors; and,
  • Network with other conference participants which include NETS member companies from diverse industry sectors.
WHO SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
  • FLEET SAFETY LEADERS
  • RISK MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATES
  • FLEET PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONALS
  • C-SUITE BUSINESS LEADERS & DECISION MAKERS
  • GOVERNMENT AND STATE HIGHWAY SAFETY PERSONNEL
  • ROAD SAFETY CONSULTANTS & ACADEMIA AND NON-PROFIT EXPERTS
FULL CONFERENCE PROGRAM AGENDA*
*Times and presenters subject to change. 

NOTE: All sessions and meetings are in-person only. All times are ET.

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Tuesday, October 10:

Registration: 10:00am-5:00pm

Utility Sector Meeting: 1:00-5:00pm

Agriculture Sector Meeting: 2:00-3:00pm

Insurance Sector Meeting: 3:00-5:00pm

Networking Dinner Event at Dallara IndyCar Factory: 6:30-8:30pm

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Wednesday, October 11:

Registration: 7:00am-5:00pm

General sessions: 8:00am-5:00pm

Heavy Goods Vehicle (HGV) breakout sessions will be Wednesday afternoon

Networking Reception: 5:30-7:00pm

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Thursday, October 12:

Registration: 7:00am-12:00pm

General sessions: 8:00am-4:00pm

Keynote Speakers

Bill Sims

What Makes a Great Leader Great

For years, safety leaders have been challenged with hitting the goal of ZERO injuries. Millions of dollars are spent in search of Zero Injuries, the “Holy Grail” of safety. Many of these efforts have proved beneficial, and yet many others must be questioned. Some of the finest safety cultures meet the goal of Zero Injuries, only to find that a tragic event shatters Zero, leaving it a hollow memory of what was, but no longer is. Why does this happen? Is Zero the right goal or is there a better one that will drive continuous safety improvement? Join Bill Sims to learn what lies Beyond Zero, and how this is the goal your culture must strive for to not only survive, but thrive in today’s competitive landscape.

Alison Betz, Ph.D., BCBA-D

Driver’s Behaving Badly: How Organizations Can Improve On-the-Road Safety for Drivers and Fleets

On-the-road safety is a priority for many organizations. At the end of the day, employees should arrive home safely and organizations need to avoid negative consequences, like nuclear verdicts, workman’s comp claims, and lost work time. Monitoring technologies show promise for improving driver behavior by capturing details about speed, acceleration, hard braking, and so forth. But the continued volume of injuries and associated costs suggest that monitoring technologies alone have not fixed common safety problems. In this presentation, you will learn how behavioral and environmental factors can influence driver behavior and how to determine which factors are most influential. We will also explore how to use all of the amazing data to our advantage through performance management systems and effective behavioral coaching.

Mike Pitcher

The Seven eLements of Leadership

Mike Pitcher has held C-level and leadership roles at companies such as Dell, Pitney Bowes, and LeasePlan USA. In his book, the Seven eLements of Leadership, Mike offers seven foundational pillars of leadership – Laugh, Learn, Listen, Language, Lagniappe, Legacy and Love – that can assist you in becoming a better leader TOMORROW! Mike’s program has been successfully implemented in various organizations, from start-ups to Fortune 50 global giants. He defines leadership as influence, and one does not need a formal title to become a leader. Leadership happens every single day in schools, churches, philanthropic organizations, as well as in businesses and government. And if you are curious, LAGNIAPPE is a cajun word for “doing a little something extra.” Great leaders do the little things that others don’t do, and yes, you have the potential to be a truly GREAT leader.

Alisyn Malek

EV Workshop: Demystifying the Electrification Transition

Many companies are beginning or are already in the middle of a transition to electric vehicles, but there are challenges and safety issues that must be considered along the way. Get ready to dive deep into the world of electric vehicles and explore your own questions around this evolution and become more comfortable with the shifting landscape.

Jim Crocker

25 to Life: A Tale of Crime (and Risk Management)

Learn how an early “career” trafficking drugs parlays into a career in risk management. Jim Crocker will share with you a gripping tale of international crime (and Risk Management). During this discussion, Corporate Risk Management and Auditing strategies will be explored. Jim will share the single most effective strategy for proactive risk management.

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