ACERTUS Names Alisha Buelt as Chief Operating Officer and Michael DeLuca as Chief Financial Officer

Company Strengthens Executive Team with Internal Promotion and Strategic New Hire

OVERLAND PARK, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ACERTUS, the largest automotive logistics-as-a-service platform, today announced the promotion of Alisha Buelt to Chief Operating Officer and the appointment of Michael DeLuca as Chief Financial Officer. These appointments represent significant milestones for the company and showcase ACERTUS' commitment to building a strong executive team to drive its next phase of growth.

With nearly 15 years of experience at ACERTUS, Buelt brings deep expertise across the company's core product lines to her new executive role. Starting in an entry-level operations position, she has worked across car haul, drive away, and title and registration divisions, developing unparalleled insights into the company's operations and the broader automotive logistics industry.

DeLuca joins ACERTUS with extensive financial leadership experience spanning multiple industries. His background includes significant expertise in financial operations, strategic planning, and driving business growth through sound fiscal management.

"Alisha's promotion to COO and Michael's appointment as CFO significantly strengthen our executive team as we continue to scale operations," said Trent Broberg, CEO of ACERTUS. "Alisha's deep understanding of our business operations, combined with her strategic vision and leadership capabilities, makes her the ideal person to help drive our next phase of growth. Michael brings valuable financial acumen that will help optimize our resources and identify new opportunities as we continue to redefine automotive logistics."

Buelt's appointment comes at a time of significant growth for ACERTUS, following its recent acquisition of Bluestar Auto Movers and Bluestar Corporate Relocation Service. As COO, she will oversee the company's day-to-day operations, with a focus on enhancing operational efficiency, driving technological innovation, and expanding service capabilities.

In his role as CFO, DeLuca will lead the company's financial strategy, oversee financial operations, and ensure ACERTUS maintains strong fiscal health during its continued expansion. He will work closely with the executive team to align financial objectives with the company's growth initiatives.

"I'm honored to take on this new role and continue contributing to the ACERTUS success story," said Buelt. "Having grown with the company for almost 15 years, I've had the unique opportunity to understand our business from multiple perspectives. I look forward to leveraging this experience to further strengthen our position as the industry's only true full-service platform for automotive logistics."

"I'm excited to join ACERTUS at such a pivotal time in the company's journey," said DeLuca. "The company has built an impressive platform that is transforming automotive logistics, and I look forward to contributing to its continued success and growth through strategic financial leadership."

Buelt's promotion and DeLuca's appointment highlight ACERTUS' commitment to developing talent from within and strategically adding expertise to drive innovation and growth. These appointments are effective immediately.

About ACERTUS

ACERTUS is the only omnichannel automotive logistics platform that provides end-to-end solutions for vehicle lifecycle management. With a focus on technology and innovation, ACERTUS offers a comprehensive suite of services, including vehicle transport, storage, maintenance, title, registration, and compliance services, among others. With one company to handle the entire vehicle journey, this strategy dramatically improves efficiency and reliability for customers. For more information, visit ACERTUSdelivers.com.