In this episode of The Fleet Success Show, Josh Turley (CEO of RTA: The Fleet Success Company) and Nathan Schafer (Public Sector Fleet Veteran & RTA Trainer) pull back the curtain on RTA Connect—the ultimate annual gathering for fleet managers, technicians, and industry leaders.

Nathan shares his journey attending RTA Connect first as a public sector fleet manager and later as part of RTA’s training team. They explore how the event blends leadership development, fleet management best practices, and deep-dive software training into an immersive experience that benefits both RTA users and non-users.

From learning leadership lessons that transform team culture, to mastering quick navigation shortcuts like Control+Q, to building industry relationships over go-kart races or behind-the-scenes aquarium tours—the episode shows how RTA Connect delivers impact far beyond a typical conference.

 

Key Takeaways

• Not Just for RTA Users – Non-customers gain just as much from leadership, fleet management, and networking tracks.
• Leadership Changes Retention – Supporting employees’ long-term goals boosts morale and loyalty.
• Hands-On Software Learning – Live training sessions help attendees discover hidden features and powerful reports.
• Networking is Gold – Breakfast conversations and after-hours events connect fleet pros with 400+ years of combined expertise.
• Expect the Unexpected – From hurricane cancellations to party buses, flexibility is a key fleet (and event) management skill.

Speaker Bios

Josh Turley – CEO of RTA: The Fleet Success Company. With 20 years in fleet management software, Josh blends technology expertise with a passion for leadership and culture, helping fleets maximize efficiency.

Nathan Schafer – Former public sector fleet manager with years of experience leading city fleet operations. Now an RTA trainer, Nathan specializes in applying fleet management principles to real-world challenges using RTA’s software.

 

Learn more about RTA Connect 2025: https://rtafleet.com/connect