Rick Albertini
NTEA Board Chairman
President & CEO
Phenix Truck & Van (Pomona, California)
Two months ago, at Work Truck Week 2026, we came together in Indianapolis to experience the latest product innovations, explore emerging technologies, gain expert insights, and strengthen connections across our community. That momentum continues — and I encourage you to stay engaged by attending NTEA’s upcoming events.
This fall, industry professionals will convene at the Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit and Executive Leadership Summit. Each event provides a unique opportunity to exchange ideas, deepen technical knowledge, build valuable relationships, and gain perspective on what lies ahead for the commercial vehicle industry.
It’s important for our industry and our businesses that we engage with our OEM partners, work truck colleagues, and industry experts as often as we can. These events help us learn key information so we can better serve our customers and company team members in the future. I hope you can attend one or more of these valuable upcoming NTEA events.
Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit
Oct. 13–14, 2026
Kalahari Resorts & Conventions
Sandusky, Ohio
The Commercial Vehicle Upfitting Summit brings together the vehicle upfitter community with chassis manufacturer technical and engineering experts. Attendees can preview upcoming vehicle developments; engage with OEM engineers on critical upfitting issues; and learn about changes to powertrains, electrical systems, chassis structures, and other vehicle systems. The event also provides direct access to chassis OEM technical representatives and product specialists — an invaluable opportunity to ask questions and gain practical insights.
Learn more at ntea.com/upfittingsummit.
Executive Leadership Summit
Sept. 22, 2026
Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest
Ypsilanti, Michigan
The Executive Leadership Summit focuses on the market forces shaping the work truck industry. During this event, chassis OEMs, economists, data analysts, and industry leaders will share targeted information, including key trends, forecasts, and insights. This one-day event delivers targeted, strategic content designed to support informed decision-making.
Learn more at ntea.com/executivesummit.
Work Truck Week 2027
March 9–12, 2027
Indiana Convention Center
Indianapolis, Indiana
Looking ahead, Work Truck Week returns to Indianapolis next March. For more than 25 years, it has brought together the people who design, build, use, and maintain the commercial vehicles and equipment that keep North America running. It remains the premier place to discover new products and technology, learn from peers, and collaborate on advancing the industry.
Learn more at worktruckweek.com.