FORT LAUDERDALE (March 12, 2025) – Fleet Advantage, a leading innovator in specialty financing, fleet data analytics, fleet management services, and life cycle cost management, announced today the promotion of six key employees across multiple departments. These promotions reflect the company’s commitment to professional development and fostering leadership opportunities, particularly for its female leaders in celebration of Women’s History Month in March.
Building upon six years of outstanding contributions, Jackie Dusseau, CLFP, has been elevated to Vice President of Data Analytics and Corporate Development. She has played an integral role in strengthening Fleet Advantage’s analytics capabilities, fostering cross-departmental collaboration, and developing data-driven strategies that benefit customers. Additionally, her active participation in the Equipment Leasing and Finance Association (ELFA) Emerging Talent Advisory Council (ETAC) committee highlights her leadership in the broader industry. In this new capacity, Dusseau will further shape corporate development initiatives while continuing to mentor emerging talent.
In Fleet Advantage’s finance department, Sandra Hora, CLFP, has been promoted to Director of Funding, a well-earned recognition of her expertise in financial strategy and risk mitigation. Since joining Fleet Advantage in 2019, Hora has been contributory in strengthening relationships with funding partners and leading the company syndication department’s funding coordinators. In her new role, she will oversee credit line approvals and manage funding processes to support Fleet Advantage’s long-term financial strategies.
Stepping into the role of Marketing and Digital Coordinator, Tracy Derival has been an essential part of Fleet Advantage’s marketing team since 2020. Her creativity and expertise in digital content development have significantly enhanced the company’s brand presence, particularly through social media and the launch of Fleet Advantage’s “Driving Success” podcast. As she advances in her role, Derival will continue driving digital initiatives and expanding Fleet Advantage’s marketing footprint.
Katelyn DeStefano, now promoted to Senior Operations Administrator, has distinguished herself over the past year with a strong ability to streamline operations and improve team workflows. Her keen attention to detail and proactive approach has made her a key asset in training new Fleet Advantage associates and overseeing the company’s Dealer Services responsibilities. With this promotion, DeStefano will take on an expanded leadership role, ensuring operational efficiencies continue to drive the company’s success.
Fleet Advantage’s marketing and community outreach efforts will continue to thrive under the leadership of Elizabeth Gomez, now as Director of Marketing and Community Outreach. Since joining the company seven years ago, Gomez has been instrumental in shaping the company’s marketing vision and spearheading impactful initiatives for the Kids Around The Corner Foundation (KATC). Recently earning her Business Specialist – Marketing degree, she brings a wealth of knowledge and passion to her expanded role, where she will continue enhancing the company’s brand presence and philanthropic efforts.
Rounding out the list of promotions, Stephen Royer, CLFP, has been named Senior Accountant, bringing nearly a decade of experience and dedication to Fleet Advantage’s financial operations. His ability to adapt to increasing billing demands while maintaining exceptional service standards has made him a key figure within the company accounting team. In his new position, Royer will take on additional supervisory responsibilities while continuing to refine internal processes for enhanced efficiency.
“We take pride in acknowledging the outstanding achievements of our talented team members, who continue to push boundaries and drive success at Fleet Advantage,” said Brian Holland, President and CEO of Fleet Advantage. “These promotions are a testament to our commitment to professional growth and leadership development within our organization.”
About Fleet Advantage
Fleet Advantage is the largest independent lessor for heavy-duty Class-8 trucks and has over $3 Billion in assets and over 30,000 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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