FORT LAUDERDALE – (July 19, 2024) – Fleet Advantage, a leading innovator in specialty financing, fleet data analytics, fleet management services, and life cycle cost management, today announced Chief Operating Officer Matt de Aguiar, MBA, CLFP, has been named a 2024 NextGen Leader by Monitor Magazine.
The NextGen Leaders award annually highlights 40 up-and-coming leaders under 40 in the equipment finance industry. de Aguiar has driven continuous improvement, fostered cross-departmental collaboration, and maintained operational efficiency during significant growth at Fleet Advantage. His leadership has been instrumental in implementing innovative projects, including an online vehicle turn-in portal and firm-wide KPI tracking.
Since joining Fleet Advantage in 2019 as the Director of Corporate Development, de Aguiar has continuously advanced within the company. Promoted to Chief Operating Officer in 2022, he has spearheaded various initiatives aimed at enhancing company culture and operational success. These initiatives include the establishment of quarterly strategy sessions, “Lunch-and-Learn” programs, a mentorship program, and regular cross-department thought-sharing meetings. His efforts have resulted in improved teamwork, better understanding among departments, and a more collaborative working environment.
Recognizing the importance of technology and data analytics, de Aguiar has also led the development of dashboards and monthly reports that provide valuable insights into truck build and retail figures, the heavy-duty equipment leasing industry, and the general economy.
“Matt’s dedication and innovative approach have significantly contributed to Fleet Advantage’s success,” said Brian Holland, President and CEO of Fleet Advantage. “His ability to lead and inspire others is a testament to his commitment to excellence, adaptability, and visionary thinking not only for Fleet Advantage, but for the equipment finance and transportation industries as a whole.”
For more information on de Aguiar’s Monitor NextGen Leader award win and to learn more about the other NextGen Leaders, please read Monitor’s “Annual NextGen Leaders” issue here.
About Fleet Advantage
Fleet Advantage is the largest independent lessor for heavy-duty Class-8 trucks and has over $3 Billion assets and over 20,000 units under its Life Cycle Cost Management program. This comprises a client portfolio of more than 50 of America’s top corporate fleets, including five (5) of the top 10 private fleets in the country. Fleet Advantage guarantees the absolute lowest cost of operation by providing fleet asset management, financing solutions, and fleet analytics, using the latest equipment technology to achieve optimum vehicle productivity and maximum safety. Our model of TCO, clean diesel, and safety-enhanced trucks with shorter life cycles complement our customers’ ESG goals. The accomplishments of Fleet Advantage and our leadership team continue to be recognized for tremendous growth and industry leadership with numerous awards, including Top Private Independent and Most Innovative Firm by the Monitor Daily, Top Software & Tech Awards, Top Women Associates in Finance, and Green Supply Chain Awards to name a few. The company has also been named to Inc. magazine’s 500|5000 list of fastest growing companies in the nation.
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