Tag: Press Releases

July 21, 2021

Nearly 50 Bestpass employees, customers, and partners participate in Tour de Cure

We recently raised $7,926.00 for the American Diabetes Association (ADA) to give back to the community while also encouraging healthy activity. 

The Bestpass Tour de Cure team included 48 employees, customers, and partners from around the country. Three team members raised more than $1,000 to become Champions to Stop Diabetes.

“We’re extremely grateful for the amazing support from the Bestpass team, not only for their effort in raising crucial funds, but for raising awareness around the importance of being active as well,” said Jeff Collins, executive director, ADA Upstate New York.

The initiative was spearheaded by Bestpass Gives, an employee-led committee within the company that is responsible for identifying opportunities to contribute to the community in a meaningful way while also building relationships across functional teams. The committee identified raising awareness of diabetes as its focus for the second quarter of 2021.

“I’m so pleased by all of the efforts by the Bestpass family to impact our communities for the better. We fielded a passionate, committed team to participate in the Tour de Cure this year, which enabled us to exceed our fundraising goal for the ADA Upstate New York chapter,” said Tom Fogarty, CEO of Bestpass. “I am thankful to the ADA for the opportunity to work towards a healthier world, and Bestpass salutes the inspired efforts of our employees, customers, and partners in coming together for this awesome cause.”

May 26, 2021

Award winning talent leader brings decades of experience in high-growth technology firms

We recently announced that David Druzynski has joined the company as Vice President of People and Culture. In his new role, he joins the Bestpass executive leadership team, reporting directly to CEO Tom Fogarty, and will lead talent engagement and culture initiatives across the organization.

Druzynski joins Bestpass with more than 20 years of human resources experience in the high-growth software and informational technology industries. Most recently, he was Vice President of People and Culture at DealerSocket, a leading software provider to more than 9,000 franchised and independent vehicle dealerships around the world. He was previously Chief People Officer at Auto/Mate Dealership Systems, a software provider for retail automotive dealerships that was acquired by DealerSocket in 2020.  While leading the people functions, his companies have been named as Best Places to Work in the Capital Region every year for the past decade.

“Dave is a passionate leader with a tremendous track record of cultivating positive, growth-focused company cultures, and he has a commitment to ensure all of our voices are heard and included in managing our path forward. I couldn’t be more pleased to welcome him to the Bestpass team. He is a key partner in helping us to continue to innovate and grow at a rapid pace,” said Tom Fogarty, CEO of Bestpass. “Our team has grown 30 percent in the last 12 months, and it is this team that creates successful outcomes for the company and its customers. Dave’s leadership and focus will ensure that everyone is engaged and supported.”

In addition to a degree in management and information systems from the State University of New York at Geneseo, Druzynski has earned Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) and Society for Human Resources Management Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) certifications. He currently serves on the board of directors for Make-A-Wish of Northeast New York. 

“Bestpass has experienced rapid growth and built a great team. I am excited to help build a culture that enthusiastically supports employees while also focusing on providing top-notch service and value to our customers,” said Druzynski. “I look forward to focusing on our talent development initiatives and making a positive impact to our ongoing growth and success.”

March 23, 2021

We recently acquired the Maryland Motor Truck Association (MMTA) toll management program, adding more than 400 commercial fleets to its customer base. 

Since MMTA launched its commercial toll program in 2002, Bestpass has provided back office and toll processing support, including tracking toll usage and accounts receivable service and support. The former MMTA toll program customers now have full access to the Bestpass toll management system, from the customer web portal and online analytics to new transponder options and expanded toll coverage.

“Maryland Motor Truck has been an invaluable partner for nearly two decades, and we’re enthusiastic to continue to serve their members and help them save even more time and money on their toll,” said Bestpass CEO Tom Fogarty. “We also welcome these new commercial fleet customers and look forward to providing them with our first-in-class service and support.”

“Offering toll management to our members has long been a point of pride for MMTA, and Bestpass has provided us with many of the tools necessary to deliver a robust and valuable program,” said MMTA President and CEO Louis Campion. “By fully moving the program to Bestpass, we can ensure continuity of operations and that our members will see even more value through expanded options.”

March 4, 2021

The latest in the thought leadership series “Take Control of Toll: How Violations Work and How to Minimize Fleet Impact” highlights some toll challenges and solutions to today’s market. 

We recently released a new white paper on bestpass.com: “Take Control of Toll: How Violations Work and How to Minimize Fleet Impact.”

“The newest white paper is a result of our continued efforts to educate our customers on all aspects of effective toll management,” said Ken Creager, Bestpass Vice President of Sales and Marketing. “With the rise of all-electronic tolling across the country, violations and paper invoices can have a significant impact on our customers’ operations, especially for the large fleets with national bartprints.”

Any commercial fleet that operates on tolled roads or bridges is subject to the possibility of violations, which most often come with additional cost and delayed processing time. The new white paper outlines a diligent and comprehensive approach to toll management, including anticipating violations, actions to minimize their occurrence, and understanding how to handle them when they do occur.

The Bestpass white paper series is part of a broader thought leadership initiative to provide thoughtful analysis and keen insights on the tolling industry and how tolls impact commercial fleets.