NATSO Inc.

NATSO, Inc., founded in 1960, is the national trade association representing America's truck stop, travel center, and off-highway transportation energy provider industry. Headquartered in Alexandria, Virginia, its core mission is to empower its members by uniting them with staff and suppliers to foster profitability, community, and political progress. The organization advocates for the industry's interests through information dissemination and collaborative efforts.

NATSO provides a comprehensive suite of services to its diverse membership, which includes truck stop owners and operators, suppliers, and associate members such as investors and real estate developers. Key offerings include robust advocacy efforts on legislative and regulatory matters, such as infrastructure, taxation, and environmental regulations, as well as preserving the ban on rest area commercialization. The association also delivers educational resources through webinars, conferences like NATSO Connect, training programs, and research. Furthermore, it facilitates networking opportunities and offers practical tools like market research reports and operational best practices to enhance member profitability and operational efficiency.

In recent leadership changes, Max McBrayer Jr. was appointed President and CEO of NATSO and President of the NATSO Foundation, effective July 1, 2025, with Matt Mildenberger serving as the 2026 Chairman of the Board of Directors. The association remains active in current industry discussions, recently advocating for the extension of the Biodiesel Blenders' Tax Credit and urging parity for hydrogen truck vehicle weight limits. NATSO also monitors and addresses evolving market dynamics, including increased competition from various retail sectors and the growing role of artificial intelligence in truck stop operations.