ALPHARETTA, Ga. –

LeasePlan USA has announced that it has expanded its sales force, adding Mike Zalas to its client acquisition team.

Zalas will serve as the vice president of sales, national accounts, where he will be responsible for "delivering high-touch service" throughout the North Central region, the company shared.

Zalas brings with him more than 12 years of professional sales experience, including a decade in the fleet management industry.

Previously, Zalas worked as director of business development at the company, “where he created customized fleet management solutions tailored to his clients' specific fleet needs,” company officials said.

The company pointed out Zalada also “excelled” in the cultivation of new relationships while providing account management.

Mike currently serves on the Board of Directors as the program committee chair for the Chicago NAFA (National Fleet Management Association) chapter.

“Mike’s sales and industry experience is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to his many attributes. He is innovative and creative, which is instrumental in creating customized fleet solutions for his clients. I look forward to the fresh perspective Mike will provide new clients to help them reach their goals and I know he will deliver on our promise to make it easier to leaseplan,” Jon Toups, chief sales and marketing officer.