
In this episode of Faces of Fleet, we sit down with Dan Fierro, vice president of sales and marketing at Flexco Fleet Services, to trace his path from Wilmington, California, to a leadership role that blends resilience, mentorship, and a whole lot of heart. Dan’s story isn’t a straight line. Baseball opened doors, a college coach pulled him back into the game (and into school), and a part-time job at Ryder turned into a decades-long career in fleet.We discuss the power of having someone in your corner, why mentors matter more than titles, and how a health scare prompted Dan to realign his priorities and show up for his family. He shares why he took a “temporary” leap to the East Coast that turned into a true community, and how connection still sits at the center of how he leads teams and builds relationships.Topics covered in this episode- Growing up in Wilmington and learning the value of having each other’s backs- The coach who changed everything and the decision to stay in school- Shifting from criminal justice studies to a career in fleet with Ryder- Moving from operations to sales and finding flexibility that fit family life- Mentorship moments with leaders who opened doors and believed in potential- Giving back as camp counselors and why early experiences shape lifelines- Taking a cross-country opportunity with Flex Go and finding a new home base- Work-life balance, health, and showing up for your kids- Building a strong circle of influence and leading with generosity- What makes fleet special: the wide range of skills from finance to procurement to analyticsWhether you’re new to fleet, exploring the sales side, or looking to lead with purpose, Dan’s story is a reminder that success comes from community, consistency, and choosing to be present for the moments that matter.👀 Watch, learn, and get inspired.💬 Drop a comment to share your thoughts or suggest who we should feature next.👍 Like this video, hit subscribe, and explore more Faces of Fleet and Truck Chat episodes in the playlist.Stay up to date on all the latest industry news or watch more episodes today ➡ https://www.worktruckonline.com/videos