Chuck Bosselman Elected to NATSO Hall of Fame

Chuck Bosselman, chairman of the Bosselman Companies, will receive the NATSO Hall of Fame award at the NATSO Show 2012 in Las Vegas in February. In 1965, Fred Bosselman built this new Bosselman Truck Plaza at the intersection of the new I-80 and U.S. Highway 281 at Grand Island, Neb. Called the Truck Stop of Tomorrow, this location became a landmark and has served the public for more than 40 years.

The NATSO Hall of Fame Award recognizes individuals for their notable participation in their communities, industry and the association.

Founded in 1948 by his father, Fred, Bosselman stores became the model for the truckstop industry, shaping many of the practices drivers find standard today. Bosselman was among the first to offer showers, movie theaters and fast-food restaurants within a truckstop.

A second-generation owner, Chuck Bosselman overseas a business that includes Bosselman Travel Centers, 46 Pump & Pantry convenience stores, 35 Boss Shops, six Grandma Max’s and Max’s Highway Diner restaurants, Sam Bass’ Saloon & Steakhouse, various food courts, one Hampton Inn, six Motel 6s and three Pump & Pantry Motels, and the Nebraska Danger indoor football team.

“Chuck’s commitment to his customers and to the truckstop industry is evident to all who know him,” said NATSO chairman Bobby Berkstresser. “He has devoted his life to building his family’s business and improving the quality of life for professional drivers. In addition to being a business owner, he is an innovator. His ability to think outside of the box and his allegiance to his fellow operators have benefitted the entire truckstop and travel plaza industry.”

In early 2011, Bosselman Inc. partnered with Goodyear to form the Uni-Maxx TruckCare on-highway truck service network.