NATSO’s Chairman’s Circle members play a pivotal role in the association, serving as pillars of support that enable the organization to fulfill its mission and advocate effectively for the truck stop and travel center industry. These esteemed members contribute invaluable resources and expertise, ensuring the association’s continued success in addressing industry challenges and promoting sustainable growth.
Being a Chairman’s Circle member comes with a host of exclusive perks, underscoring the significance of their commitment. Members enjoy privileged access to high-level networking opportunities, where they can forge connections with influential leaders and policymakers, gaining insights that can shape their business strategies. Additionally, Chairman’s Circle members receive priority access to industry intelligence, cutting-edge research, and tailored information that keeps them ahead of the curve. This heightened level of engagement not only strengthens their individual enterprises but also bolsters NATSO’s collective efforts to champion the interests of the truck stop and travel center community on a broader scale.
AtoB
Matan Agam
AtoB is the next-generation fuel card and payments platform transforming the trucking industry. Built for small and mid-sized fleets, AtoB simplifies fuel management with transparent financial tools, zero hidden fees, instant payroll deposits, and a robust fuel discount network.
Since its founding in 2020, AtoB has empowered carriers with credit access, advanced fraud prevention, and real-time controls—ensuring drivers select optimal fuel stations for maximum savings. By replacing outdated systems with cutting-edge fintech solutions, AtoB is driving the industry forward.
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matan@atob.com | (818)430-2733
ALTRIA GROUP DISTRIBUTION COMPANY (AGDC)
Amber Moore
Altria Group Distribution Company (AGDC) provides sales, distribution and consumer engagement services to Altria’s tobacco companies. AGDC focuses on increasing efficiency and helping these companies better connect with adult tobacco consumers and strengthen relationships with thousands of retailers and wholesalers nationwide. The company designs and executes trade programs to grow Altria’s tobacco companies’ businesses and their customers’ businesses.
BLUE BEACON INTERNATIONAL
Guy Walker
At Blue Beacon, we pride ourselves on serving the trucking industry’s washing needs in a friendly and courteous manner. Located near the country’s finest travel plazas, Blue Beacon Truck Wash locations provide easy access for even the biggest rigs. With over 110 – 24 hr locations and growing, and more than 45 years of experience, Blue Beacon Truck Wash is the most recognized and trusted truck washing service in the nation. Blue Beacon consistently delivers a high quality wash in the shortest amount of time possible.
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CAT SCALE CO.
Heather DeBallie
Locations that sell diesel need a CAT Scale. Operators can join the world’s leading public truck scale network. CAT Scale has more than 2,040 locations across the U.S. and Canada. There are no startup costs and equipment, maintenance and training are provided. Professional drivers seek out CAT Scales. CAT Scale can bring more money to the bottom line.
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CHESTER’S INTERNATIONAL
William Culpepper
Since 1952, Birmingham-based Chester’s International LLC has been serving customers delicious, fresh fried chicken and signature sides using old, southern family recipes. Chester’s is a leading fractional franchise company with expertise in developing food- service programs for convenience store and grocery retail chains.
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CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc.
Mark McClellan
CKE Restaurants Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Franklin, Tennessee, operates the popular Carl’s Jr.® and Hardee’s® brands. Known for premium menu items like charbroiled burgers, Made from Scratchâ„¢ Biscuits, and Hand-Breaded Chicken Tendersâ„¢, these brands have a substantial presence. They run over 3,600 restaurants in the U.S. and extend to more than 35 international markets and U.S. territories. For more details, visit ,Ìý, or .
Carl’s Jr.® offers bold flavors with items like juicy burgers and Hand-Breaded Chicken Tendersâ„¢ at over 1,000 U.S. locations.
Hardee’s® serves hand-crafted items like Made from Scratchâ„¢ Biscuits and charbroiled Angus Beef burgers at 1,600 U.S. locations.
COCA-COLA CO.
Marvin Vines
The Coca-Cola Co. is the world’s largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with nearly 500 sparkling and still brands. Along with Coca-Cola, recognized as the world’s most valuable brand, the company’s portfolio includes 15 other billion-dollar brands. For more information about Coca-Cola, please visit .
DAS COMPANIES INC.
Gordon Price
DAS Companies Inc. is a full-service marketing and global supply chain portfolio company. Privately-held, DAS Companies designs, imports and distributes truck and auto accessories, travel merchandise and mobile electronics that add safety, convenience, comfort and leisure to on-the-go consumers through a series of channel partnerships including travel centers, heavy-duty trucking centers, and electronics and specialty retailers.
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FEDERATED INSURANCE
Pat Cunningham
Successful operators need to know what their insurance agent knows about the travel plaza business and should feel good that they have the correct and specific coverage, service and risk management support they need. Federated Insurance is a ºÚÁÏÉçÇøChairman’s Circle partner for good reason.Their marketing representatives will ensure operators’ peace of mind with major client service standards. At Federated, it’s their business to protect yours!
FISERV
Fiserv offers direct merchant services for ºÚÁÏÉçÇømembers. There’s only one way to establish the NATSO-fiserv merchant account, contact our dedicated service representative, Dan Hudson. If you haven’t gone through NATSO, your merchant account isn’t covered! You’ll benefit greatly with the lowest rates in the industry and unparalleled service.
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Matt Bonds | matthew.bonds@fiserv.com| (615) 403-4948
Haskel Thompson and Associates
Haskel Thompson
Haskel Thompson & Associates Executive Recruiters has specialized in delivering results in the oil and energy business sector since 1979. We successfully place personnel in convenience and fuel retailing, consumer products and manufacturing, private equity, and QSR spaces. Our team works with a wide range of top-tier candidates from middle management to C-Suites. Our professional team has a deep understanding of corporate needs and tailors our services to each client’s organization. Visit for more information.
haskel@haskelthompson.com | (239) 437-4600
LYNCO PRODUCTS INC.
Don Paddock
Lynco Products is a privately owned full-service distributor, innovator and importer of impulse, convenience, automotive and general goods products. The corporate office and 120,000 square-foot distribution center is located in Milan, Illinois. This central Midwest location enables Lynco to efficiently distribute and service travel centers, convenience stores, grocery, carwash and specialty retailers throughout the United States and Canada.
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MCLANE CO. INC
Steve Yawn
McLane Company, Inc. is one of the largest supply chain services leaders in the United States, providing grocery and foodservice solutions for convenience stores, mass merchants, drug stores and chain restaurants. Through McLane Grocery and McLane Foodservice, McLane operates over 80 distribution centers and one of the nation’s largest private fleets. The company buys, sells and delivers more than 50,000 consumer products to nearly 110,000 locations across the U.S. Additionally, McLane provides alcoholic beverage distribution through its subsidiary, Empire Distributors, Inc. McLane is a wholly owned unit of Berkshire Hathaway Inc (NYSE: BRK) and employs 20,000 teammates.
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ºÚÁÏÉçÇøServices
Christine Schoessler
ºÚÁÏÉçÇøServices, the consulting division of NATSO, propels your business forward with expert Travel Center Profit Drivers consulting, insightful annual trucking surveys, exclusive affinity programs, and strategic government affairs consulting. Partner with us to enhance your operations, maximize profits, and stay ahead in the competitive travel center industry.
ONRAMP
Jeremie Myhren
ONRAMP was founded by travel center industry professionals to provide merchants and carriers with a better truck fueling and payment experience. The ONRAMP FuelPay App and APIs are live and in use by Werner and other top carriers today. Visit for more information.
RJ REYNOLDS
Matt Domingo
Reynolds American Inc. is an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of British American Tobacco p.l.c., and the U.S. parent company of R. J. Reynolds Tobacco Company; Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company, Inc.; American Snuff Company, LLC; R. J. Reynolds Vapor Company; and Kentucky BioProcessing, Inc.
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RJP CONSULTING GROUP
Bob Peppelman
RJP Consulting Group offers unsurpassed experience in Construction Management. We approach every project through Biblically based business ideals coupled with proven industry methods, legendary communication and service. Whether it be Food & Beverage concepts, Convenience Store, Fueling Stations, or entire Truck Stop from ground up to opening RJP Consulting Group manages your real estate pipeline by coordinating approvals and construction documents through the management of the owners, civil engineers, and architects, as well as managing professional consultants such as traffic engineers, real estate attorneys and others. RJP manages the budgets, the coordination of construction documents, the management of the bid process and contracts, and vendor deliveries. In short, we manage your project from inception to completion. We do all this on time and on budget.
VALVOLINE GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Gigi Rollins
What makes Valvoline the only one that customers need? Its dedication to innovative products and services, spearheaded by a tremendous investment in research and development.Valvoline products (greases, engine oils, chemicals, coolants, etc.) and programs help users extend drain intervals, reduce maintenance and improve productivity while providing superior protection and lowering the cost of operation.
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