Richard is the Assistant Directorof Maintenance and Internal Services for the City of Oakland Public Works, and has been the Executive Director of the East Bay Clean Cities Coalition since 2003. He has over 30 years in the fleet industry and has managed public and private sector fleets ranging in size from 750 to 7,500 vehicles. Considered by many to be an expert on Renewable Diesel and other alternative fuels, has over 20 years of experience with alternative fuel vehicles including the implementation of the first ever alternative fuel vehicle program for Airborne Express freight company, the EV Sacramento program, and the State of California CNG and hybrid eletric vehicle expansion programs. He is responsible for fielding over 3000 alternative fuel vehicles and was involved in the design and construction of numerous alternative fuel and EV charging stations throughout California. Richard has served as leader and officer of numerous fleet professional organizations, speaks frequently on clean air vehicle subjects at industry events, and has participated in the successful award of over $15 million in clean air vehicle and infrastructure project funding. Richard holds multiple ASE Master certifications and was inducted into both the DOE Clean Cities and Public Fleet Manager Halls of Fame.