NAFA Announces 2026 Winner of Tom Johnson Award

Martinez will be honored with the Tom Johnson Award at the 2026 Institute & Expo (I&E)

NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA), the vehicle fleet industry’s largest membership association, is proud to announce Robert Martinez, Principal, RSM Consulting Services, as this year’s recipient of the Tom Johnson Award. This award was created to honor the legacy of Tom Johnson, founder of the 100 Best Fleets in the Americas competition program. The Tom Johnson Award recognizes fleet professionals who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, mentorship and long-term dedication to improving fleet operations and advancing the fleet industry.

Martinez will be honored with the Tom Johnson Award at the 2026 Institute & Expo (I&E) General Session on Monday, April 13, 2026. 

The Tom Johnson Award is given to individuals who have demonstrated significant contributions to the fleet industry through leadership and service. To be eligible for the award, candidates must have at least 15 years of experience in fleet management, with a proven record of mentoring, coaching and sharing their knowledge with peers. They must be recognized thought leaders, often presenting at national conferences, contributing to industry publications and holding respected certifications. Additionally, recipients must have been involved in the 100 Best Fleets Award program or similar initiatives, and have made significant contributions to both their organizations and the broader community.

Alongside Robert Martinez, the following nominees were recognized for their contributions to the fleet industry:

• Craig Croner, CPFP, Fleet Superintendent – City of Glendale, Arizona
• Dan Zenger, Fleet Operations Manager – City of Vancouver, WA
• Danny Brashear, Senior Industry Consultant – AssetWorks
• Darryl Syler, Division Chief, Fleet Management – City of Alexandria, VA
• David Worthington, Fleet Manager – County of Santa Clara Facilities and Fleet Management Department
• Kevin Schlangen, CAFM, Fleet Manager – Dakota County, MN
• Larissa Clinard, CAFM, MBA, Director of Fleet & Logistics – J.F. Ahern Co.
• Larry Campbell, CPFP, Director of Fleet Operations (Retired) – City of Fort Wayne, IN
• Mark Stinson, CPFP, Fleet Manager – City of Lee’s Summit, MO
• Ronald Wirth, Fleet Sustainability Manager – County of Sacramento, CA Department of General Services
• Sam Lamerato, Retired Fleet Superintendent – City of Troy, MI
• Scott Rood, CAFM, Fleet Industry Consultant – RTA: The Fleet Success Company
• Steve Saltzgiver, CAFS, Senior Fleet Industry Consultant – RTA: The Fleet Success Company
• Tim Coxwell, CAFM, Fleet Management Division Director – Leon County Sheriff’s Office (FL)
• Tony Yankovich, Director of Fleet Consulting for RTA – RTA: The Fleet Success Company

NAFA extends its gratitude to RoadFlex for sponsoring the Tom Johnson Award. Their support plays a vital role in recognizing the exceptional contributions of fleet professionals and advancing excellence within the fleet management industry.

 

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