Transportation Transitions: Three executives join Optimal Dynamics, Nissan, Corcentric to drive fleet strategy
Key takeaways
- Optimal Dynamics names Jake Dettmer SVP of product to expand its freight platform and scale intelligent decision-making across fleets.
- Nissan promotes Tim Gilbert to VP of dealer network and training, strengthening dealer operations and field employee development.
- Corcentric hires Mike Meehan as VP of capital equipment solutions to improve fleet efficiency and deliver data-driven management tools.
Jake Dettmer joins Optimal Dynamics as SVP of product to expand freight platform growth
Optimal Dynamics recently appointed Jake Dettmer as SVP of product to lead platform strategy and scale adoption across the transportation industry. Dettmer brings over 15 years of experience advising and leading product initiatives for brokers, carriers, and enterprise logistics organizations.
“Jake has spent the last decade operating at the intersection of technology, execution, and commercial reality in freight,” said Daniel Powell, CEO of Optimal Dynamics. “He understands how decisions actually get made inside brokerages and fleets, where manual work breaks down, and how automated intelligent systems must fit into those workflows. That perspective is critical as we scale our platform and redefine how the world moves freight.”
Dettmer’s role will focus on expanding Optimal Dynamics’ platform. He will present the company’s evolving product roadmap at the 2026 Optimal Dynamics User Conference and engage with industry leaders at the Truckload Carriers Association Annual Convention. Read more…
Nissan promotes Tim Gilbert to VP of dealer network and training for U.S. and Infiniti
Nissan recently promoted Tim Gilbert to VP of dealer network development, customer resources, and training for Nissan and Infiniti in the U.S. and Canada. Matt Ericson has been appointed regional VP of Nissan Southeast Region, backfilling Gilbert’s previous role.
“Tim and Matt have a deep understanding of our dealer network, extensive experience partnering with dealers, and a strong grasp of what is necessary to grow sales and serve customers. This makes them the right leaders for the next chapter,” said Tiago Castro, SVP of U.S. marketing and sales, Nissan and Infiniti. "Their leadership will accelerate our momentum and support the transformation underway at Nissan."
Gilbert will oversee dealer network operations and training for field and dealership employees, reporting to Castro from Franklin, Tennessee. Ericson will lead the Southeast region from Atlanta, reporting to Arcangelo Lofaro. Read more…
Mike Meehan joins Corcentric as VP to lead Capital Equipment Solutions for fleets
Corcentric recently appointed Mike Meehan as VP of Capital Equipment Solutions, joining the company’s Fleet Solutions division. Meehan brings over 25 years of transportation and fleet industry experience, including senior roles at Fleet Advantage, Ryder, and Element.
“Corcentric Capital Equipment Solutions welcomes Mike Meehan to the Corcentric team. Mike is a valuable addition to our team and brings many years of experience and success to CES,” said Pat Gaskins, SVP of Fleet Solutions. “Mike has a wealth of knowledge and experience and can tailor solutions that drive efficiency and reduce costs for our fleet clients.”
Meehan will leverage his expertise to advance Corcentric’s mission of delivering data-driven fleet management solutions and improving operational efficiency. Read more…
