
Merchants Fleet has appointed Matt Dyer as chief executive officer. Dyer brings decades of industry leadership and expertise to the role, including four years as CEO of LeasePlan USA.
“Matt is an exceptional leader with deep fleet expertise and a proven track record of driving transformative change,” said Brad Burgess, interim co-CEO of Merchants Fleet. “His bold vision, collaborative spirit, and commitment to excellence make him the ideal person to guide Merchants into its next chapter. We’re excited to work together to shape a dynamic future for our company and clients.”
Dyer’s extensive career includes leadership roles across the global fleet management industry. Following the successful sale of LeasePlan USA, Dyer played a role in the integration of the business with Wheels.
Dyer holds a BSc in Managerial and Administrative Studies from Aston University in the UK and currently resides in Atlanta, with his wife and their two daughters.
“Merchants’ unwavering dedication to its clients lies at the core of its success, inspiring bold innovation and a distinctive ability to think beyond conventional boundaries,” Dyer said. “I value this client commitment very highly and see it as an important vision for our business. I am honored to join the company at such a pivotal and exciting time.”
Dyer’s appointment succeeds interim co-CEOs Brad Burgess and Kirk Hoffman who will return to their roles as Senior Vice President of Sales and Marketing and Senior Vice President & Chief Financial Officer respectively. Merchants’ Executive Leadership team and Board of Directors extend their heartfelt gratitude to both gentlemen for their contributions and leadership during the company’s CEO search.