Bill Lyons
President and CEO at Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America- Claim this Profile
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Mike Vittese
This is an unsolicited recommendation. Bill is the best person I’ve ever worked for. Period. He doesn’t ask you to do a thing that he isn’t willing to do himself. His work ethic is a knows no boundaries. As a leader, Bill is one of the very few people that has finished a meeting where I felt truly inspired. He is always trying to include more people in discussions adding to the team atmosphere. He is by far the best networker I have met. He is outgoing and once you start talking, he will not relent until he’s found a connection in some way. His last resort will be college sports teams. It’s impressive! This man’s knowledge of history and automotive history is tremendous! His ability to convey this and any information verbally is unsurpassed! Bill is a good natured optimistic guy and it was an absolute pleasure to work for him. I’m grateful to have had that opportunity. Thank you!
Clay Stricklin
I have had the privilege to know and work alongside Bill Lyons, VP, of Sales, for more than 20 years. As one of his District Sales Managers it was my pleasure to work with him to achieve our mutual goals. Bill has many qualities including being one of the best managers I have worked with. He always treats his people with kindness, consideration, respect and we would all follow and do our absolute best for him. He is a genuine individual who cares for the company, his people and reaching our goals. He is an extremely loyal and trustworthy man with a heart of gold and a mind full of knowledge of the Truck industry. Bill is driven by his passion for the company and the many friends that he has throughout the industry. In his position of, VP of Sales at MFTA he works with all of us, his DSM’s, he engages in conference calls with Japan, our Dealers, as well as interacting very well with Service & Pats Directors within the company. I highly recommend Bill Lyons for any position, or, project in any capacity. Clay Stricklin, DSM at MFTA
Mike Vittese
This is an unsolicited recommendation. Bill is the best person I’ve ever worked for. Period. He doesn’t ask you to do a thing that he isn’t willing to do himself. His work ethic is a knows no boundaries. As a leader, Bill is one of the very few people that has finished a meeting where I felt truly inspired. He is always trying to include more people in discussions adding to the team atmosphere. He is by far the best networker I have met. He is outgoing and once you start talking, he will not relent until he’s found a connection in some way. His last resort will be college sports teams. It’s impressive! This man’s knowledge of history and automotive history is tremendous! His ability to convey this and any information verbally is unsurpassed! Bill is a good natured optimistic guy and it was an absolute pleasure to work for him. I’m grateful to have had that opportunity. Thank you!
Clay Stricklin
I have had the privilege to know and work alongside Bill Lyons, VP, of Sales, for more than 20 years. As one of his District Sales Managers it was my pleasure to work with him to achieve our mutual goals. Bill has many qualities including being one of the best managers I have worked with. He always treats his people with kindness, consideration, respect and we would all follow and do our absolute best for him. He is a genuine individual who cares for the company, his people and reaching our goals. He is an extremely loyal and trustworthy man with a heart of gold and a mind full of knowledge of the Truck industry. Bill is driven by his passion for the company and the many friends that he has throughout the industry. In his position of, VP of Sales at MFTA he works with all of us, his DSM’s, he engages in conference calls with Japan, our Dealers, as well as interacting very well with Service & Pats Directors within the company. I highly recommend Bill Lyons for any position, or, project in any capacity. Clay Stricklin, DSM at MFTA
Mike Vittese
This is an unsolicited recommendation. Bill is the best person I’ve ever worked for. Period. He doesn’t ask you to do a thing that he isn’t willing to do himself. His work ethic is a knows no boundaries. As a leader, Bill is one of the very few people that has finished a meeting where I felt truly inspired. He is always trying to include more people in discussions adding to the team atmosphere. He is by far the best networker I have met. He is outgoing and once you start talking, he will not relent until he’s found a connection in some way. His last resort will be college sports teams. It’s impressive! This man’s knowledge of history and automotive history is tremendous! His ability to convey this and any information verbally is unsurpassed! Bill is a good natured optimistic guy and it was an absolute pleasure to work for him. I’m grateful to have had that opportunity. Thank you!
Clay Stricklin
I have had the privilege to know and work alongside Bill Lyons, VP, of Sales, for more than 20 years. As one of his District Sales Managers it was my pleasure to work with him to achieve our mutual goals. Bill has many qualities including being one of the best managers I have worked with. He always treats his people with kindness, consideration, respect and we would all follow and do our absolute best for him. He is a genuine individual who cares for the company, his people and reaching our goals. He is an extremely loyal and trustworthy man with a heart of gold and a mind full of knowledge of the Truck industry. Bill is driven by his passion for the company and the many friends that he has throughout the industry. In his position of, VP of Sales at MFTA he works with all of us, his DSM’s, he engages in conference calls with Japan, our Dealers, as well as interacting very well with Service & Pats Directors within the company. I highly recommend Bill Lyons for any position, or, project in any capacity. Clay Stricklin, DSM at MFTA
Mike Vittese
This is an unsolicited recommendation. Bill is the best person I’ve ever worked for. Period. He doesn’t ask you to do a thing that he isn’t willing to do himself. His work ethic is a knows no boundaries. As a leader, Bill is one of the very few people that has finished a meeting where I felt truly inspired. He is always trying to include more people in discussions adding to the team atmosphere. He is by far the best networker I have met. He is outgoing and once you start talking, he will not relent until he’s found a connection in some way. His last resort will be college sports teams. It’s impressive! This man’s knowledge of history and automotive history is tremendous! His ability to convey this and any information verbally is unsurpassed! Bill is a good natured optimistic guy and it was an absolute pleasure to work for him. I’m grateful to have had that opportunity. Thank you!
Clay Stricklin
I have had the privilege to know and work alongside Bill Lyons, VP, of Sales, for more than 20 years. As one of his District Sales Managers it was my pleasure to work with him to achieve our mutual goals. Bill has many qualities including being one of the best managers I have worked with. He always treats his people with kindness, consideration, respect and we would all follow and do our absolute best for him. He is a genuine individual who cares for the company, his people and reaching our goals. He is an extremely loyal and trustworthy man with a heart of gold and a mind full of knowledge of the Truck industry. Bill is driven by his passion for the company and the many friends that he has throughout the industry. In his position of, VP of Sales at MFTA he works with all of us, his DSM’s, he engages in conference calls with Japan, our Dealers, as well as interacting very well with Service & Pats Directors within the company. I highly recommend Bill Lyons for any position, or, project in any capacity. Clay Stricklin, DSM at MFTA
Experience
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Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America
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United States
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Truck Transportation
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1 - 100 Employee
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President and CEO
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Jan 2022 - Present
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Vice President - Sales Operations
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Nov 2014 - Jan 2022
Responsible for Sales operations in the U.S. and Canada, including Dealer and Fleet Sales, Distribution and Traffic operations, and Product Applications.Headquartered in Logan Township, NJ, Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), an integral part of Daimler Truck AG, the commercial vehicles business of the Daimler Group.
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ARI
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United States
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Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Manager - Fleet Management Client Services
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Jul 2008 - Oct 2014
Automotive Resources International (ARI) delivers high-value solutions that improve fleet customers' business and bottom line results. ARI manages more than 850,000 vehicles for 2,000+ customers in North America and, combined with our strategic partners, more than 1.8 million vehicles globally. Founded in 1948 by Holman Enterprises, ARI continues to build on over 63 years of successful and continuous operation as the world's largest privately-held vehicle fleet management company. Automotive Resources International (ARI) delivers high-value solutions that improve fleet customers' business and bottom line results. ARI manages more than 850,000 vehicles for 2,000+ customers in North America and, combined with our strategic partners, more than 1.8 million vehicles globally. Founded in 1948 by Holman Enterprises, ARI continues to build on over 63 years of successful and continuous operation as the world's largest privately-held vehicle fleet management company.
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Director - Select Market Sales & Distribution
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Mar 1986 - Jul 2008
Responsible for Vehicle Supply, Distribution and Logistics, Sales Administration, and Used Truck Operations. Also responsible for all Sales related activities for 30 dealers located across the U.S. which included helping set and achieve sales targets, assist with marketing and advertising initiatives, and identifying prospective customers.Headquartered in Logan Township, NJ, Mitsubishi Fuso Truck of America, Inc. (MFTA) is a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), an integral part of Daimler Truck AG, the commercial vehicles business of the Daimler Group.
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Manager - Product & Competetive Analysis
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Feb 1983 - Mar 1986
Iveco Trucks of North America, Inc. - a U.S. corporation fully owned by Iveco S.p.A, which is part of the Fiat group. Fiat S.p.A. - New York Stock Exchange symbol FIA. Iveco Trucks of North America, Inc. - a U.S. corporation fully owned by Iveco S.p.A, which is part of the Fiat group. Fiat S.p.A. - New York Stock Exchange symbol FIA.
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Education
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1978 - 1982
Penn State University
Bachelor of Science, Marketing -
1974 - 1978
Archbishop Ryan High School
High School Diploma, College Prep
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