Rick Albertini
NTEA Board Chairman
President & CEO
Phenix Truck & Van (Pomona, California)
One of the things I value most about our industry is the willingness to share ideas, experiences, and perspectives to help each other succeed. That spirit of collaboration is exactly what makes NTEA’s Executive Leadership Summit such a worthwhile investment for the commercial vehicle community.
I encourage you to join us Sept. 21–22, 2026, at Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest (Ypsilanti, Michigan), for this year’s event. Designed to further industry knowledge, growth, and profitability, Executive Leadership Summit provides a forum for sharing targeted information about marketplace dynamics, including key trends, forecasts, and insights.
No matter how long you’ve been in the industry, there is always something new to learn. This event is key for industry professionals interested in enhancing their skills and expanding their networks, for both their own and their organization’s benefit. The insights, connections, and strategies that industry events like Executive Leadership Summit offer can further drive your company’s success and support your growth as an industry leader.
Just as valuable are the conversations that happen between sessions. Some of the best ideas come from talking with peers who are facing similar challenges or approaching problems from a different perspective. This will enable you to exchange fresh ideas, learn from each other’s experiences, and even begin new partnerships and collaborations.
The Summit also offers attendees access to the latest information on market trends, emerging technologies, and leadership strategies. Hear from data analysts and forecasters, policy experts, and innovation leaders on the latest opportunities and challenges affecting the work truck industry. By expanding your knowledge, you’ll be able to make more informed decisions and better adapt your business strategies to the changes in our rapidly evolving industry.
Taking advantage of industry events and the resources they provide is an investment in both you and your company. Use what you learn to sharpen your skills and drive business growth and innovation.
Learn more about NTEA’s 2026 Executive Leadership Summit on pages 22–23 of this issue or by visiting ntea.com/executivesummit. I hope to see you in Ypsilanti, Michigan, this September.