Fleetio awards ASE scholarships

"We are proud to partner with Fleetio to support deserving technicians in earning their industry credentials and building their expertise," said Dave Johnson, president/CEO at ASE. "Especially during a time where qualified technician shortages are impacting the fleet industry, we are grateful for Fleetio's dedication to investing in technician development."

The 2025 Fleetio ASE Scholarship Grand Prize Winner is Michael Hairston of Life Ride, and he will be able to put his scholarship toward registration and testing fees for three ASE professional-level Certification tests. He’ll also receive funds for tool upgrades and other supplies.

“I am most honored to be a recipient of this scholarship and extend my sincere gratitude to Fleetio for their generous support of my continued education and professional development,” said Michael Hairston at Life Ride. “This financial assistance will be invaluable as I continue to advance my career as a maintenance technician at Life Ride.”

Meanwhile, the ASE Scholarship runner-up winners will be able to put $1,000 each toward registration and testing fees for ASE professional-level Certification tests, and will also receive funds for tool upgrades or other essential supplies. The 2025 runner-ups are:

• Alex Palma, Quarry Management
• Andrew Cureton, AAA Oregon/Idaho
• Angel Gonzalez, General Pavement Management
• Chase Statter, Student Nominee, redbox+ Dumpsters
• Katherine Daniel, St. Johns County School District