NPTC President and CEO Gary Petty writes a regular column in Fleet Owner Magazine, in addition to online articles in Fleet Owner Newsline, that focus on leaders, private fleet companies, best practices, and unique features which make private fleet trucking a competitive advantage in corporate transportation.. Reaching more than 100,000 subscribers, three-quarters of whom are private fleet professionals, these publications highlight expert management practitioners and successful business models of leading private fleets.
Gary Petty | gpetty@nptc.org | Private Fleet Editor for FleetOwner Magazine
Gary Petty has more than 30 years of experience as CEO of national trade associations in the trucking industry. He has been the president and CEO of the National Private Truck Council since 2001.
‘Biggest and best show ever’Magazine Column
NPTC 2023 expects largest audience in history
Relationships as Key as SolutionsMagazine Column
David Fontana, CTP puts that lesson into practice in his role at parts retailer and NPTC Fleet member AutoZone
PFMI Approaching in JanuaryMagazine Column
CTP graduates laud intense five-day program
Earning a CTP in Six StepsMagazine Column
Program is the only credential of its kind for private fleet practitioners.
‘Keep your eyes on us’Magazine Column
Standard Logistics’ strong driver culture leads to hiring surge
‘Top Graduate,’ rising starMagazine Column
Class of 2022’s Taylor Wise caught ‘transportation bug’ at UPS, Dot
Expectations Exceeded Every YearMagazine Column
Safety chief Tim Eckhardt, CTP touts Dot’s ability to recruit ‘premium’ drivers.
Best in Fleet Safety on the AgendaMagazine Column
Omni Orlando Resort will host NPTC’s Sept. 7-9 Safety Conference
Superstars of Truck DrivingMagazine Column
NPTC honors 2022 Driver Hall of Fame winners.
Fleet director: ‘I love what I do’Magazine Column
Meet Lewis Allen, CTP, winner of NPTC’s Excellence in Membership (Fleet) Award.
An Enthusiastic ComebackMagazine Column
NPTC 2022 Annual Conference takes center stage.
The Golden Opportunity of PFMIMagazine Column
NPTC members set to return live and in person for Jan. 15-19 event in Florida.
Success Story of Online CTP ExamsMagazine Column
NPTC soon will return to in-person system. But webcasts worked, ensured safety.
Why Drivers StayMagazine Column
Private fleets lead the industry in driver retention.
Dot Transportation: Heart and SoulMagazine Column
Family culture at Fleet member Dot Foods gives the company a competitive edge when hiring drivers.
First in SafetyMagazine Column
Orlando to host NPTC’s National Safety Conference in September.
Top CTP Graduate of 2021Magazine Column
Amanda Lung, fleet senior manager at PepsiCo, is the CTP Top Graduate of the Year for 2021.
Employer of ChoiceMagazine Column
America Service Line’s prestige is a premium factor in driver recruiting.
Best in ClassMagazine Column
Dallas-based Daryl Flood’s top safety award journey.
Continuous ImprovementMagazine Column
Private fleet professional Jeffrey Eisaman, CTP focuses on expansion and growth.