The morning air in Downers Grove still had that crisp, late-March bite as Griffin Becker, Member Programs Manager for NationaLease, and I settled into his car, but the energy was anything but cold. It’s that time of year when the brackets are set, the “bubble” has burst for some, and […]
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“On the road” usually implies a long highway and a distant horizon. But this week, my travels took me to a place that proves adventure—and vital business—can be found just a few miles from where you started. I spent some time in the heart of Chicago visiting Carmichael NationaLease. A […]
Back in the Driver’s Seat: Starting 2026 with a Bang It’s been a little while since I’ve checked in here, but don’t let the quiet blog feed fool you—I haven’t slowed down for a second. While the “Jane Clark on the Road” updates took a hiatus, my actual travel schedule […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. It’s been a challenging year for many, and the holidays can make those challenges even more difficult to manage. That’s why those who take this time to give to others, to help those less fortunate have a happier holiday, set a glowing example for the rest […]
September 21, 2022, Downers Grove, IL — NationaLease, one of the largest full service truck leasing organizations in North America, announced the recipients of this year’s Leadership Circle Awards. These awards, given to 25 member companies, are in recognition of their commitment to NationaLease and adherence to the Member Standards. […]
It’s been a while since I’ve written this blog, primarily because I haven’t been on the road. In fact, I haven’t been much of anywhere except my dining room table in the last 3 months. Like so many others, we moved our operations from our office in Downers Grove to […]
It is a disconcerting time in our world right now. The Coronavirus has now affected not only the world’s health, but the financial markets, the supply chain, travel, and more recently, even most people’s daily routines. Cancellations and postponements are happening on a daily basis, leaving many of us wondering […]
March 16, 2020 Dear NationaLease Member, I wanted to update you personally on the steps we are taking in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. We are continuously monitoring the current status of the virus and are following all guidance issued by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and […]