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Members of the management team were on hand to accept Reston’s Best-Run Company award at the SmartCEO book launch party (L to R): Director of Sales Carolyn Callahan, CFO Bruce Kudeviz, CEO Kristina Bouweiri, COO Tony Simon, and Director of Business Relations Barry Gross
Dulles, Va. — Reston Limousine President and CEO Kristina Bouweiri recently announced that the business has been selected as a SmartCEO 2017 Best-Run Company. It will be featured in a guide collecting ideas from top leadership teams in the Baltimore and Washington area.
Each Best-Run Company is featured in SmartCEO’s 100-page Best-Run Book, a collection of the Baltimore-Washington Region’s best business stories. This valuable, one-of-a-kind guide serves as a platform to tell the stories of those companies who model excellence and as a resource for growing companies and aspiring leaders regardless of company size or industry.
A best-run company must exhibit the highest standards of nine critical aspects: process, vision, customers, culture, leadership, communication, growth, brand, and talent. These firms—generating in excess of $2.76B in collective annual revenue and employing more than 20,000 people—are leaders in their industries, have overcome significant challenges, and have created lasting value in their communities. They span many industries that are succeeding in the Baltimore-Washington region— from IT and government contracting, to staffing and public relations. They exemplify leadership, strategic vision, and character.
"For more than 15 years, SmartCEO’s mission has been to share inspirational stories about the region’s top companies. The Best-Run Book is a shining example of how companies like Reston Limousine and their leadership teams are able to become industry leaders, overcome significant challenges, and create lasting value in their communities,” said Craig Burris, founder and CEO of SmartCEO. "The Best-Run Book is a one-of-a-kind resource that not only honors those included for modeling excellence but also affords growing companies and aspiring leaders the opportunity to glean advice that could change the way they approach one or many aspects of their own business. It’s no question that Reston Limousine and its fellow Best-Run Companies have achieved something truly remarkable."
Visit restonlimo.com or smartceo.com for more information.
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United Private Car General Manager Lew Aflalo
Boston — United Private Car of Boston has announced Lewis Aflalo is joining the organization as General Manager. Effective February 1, Aflalo will oversee all operations and assist in establishing United Private Car’s ever-growing presence.
Aflalo joins founders Terry Murtaugh and Jason Dornhoffer in managing the company’s rapid growth. He brings nearly 20 years of industry experience, most recently serving as General Manager for a Connecticut-based provider.
“We are delighted to welcome Lewis Aflalo as United Private Car’s General Manager,” said Terry Murtaugh, CEO of United Private Car. “Lew brings not only a successful background and tremendous experience, but valuable relationships that will greatly improve our service capabilities.”
Aflalo previously held various positions in the industry, which have greatly added to his expertise. In 1998, he began as a dispatcher, later an operations manager, and held positions in sales and affiliate relations across the country.
“Joining United Private Car's senior leadership team at a time when the company is poised for growth, was a natural step in my career progression,” said Aflalo. “I look forward to partnering with Terry and Jason to build upon their successes and help drive the company to the next level of achievement and excellence."
Visit unitedprivatecar.com for more information.
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Premiere #1 adds Van Hool CX45 as it's first handicap-accessible motorcoach
Middletown, Pa. — Premiere #1 Limousine Service has added its first handicap-accessible, 56-passenger motorcoach to its fleet.
Equipped with a wheelchair lift, the 2016 Van Hool CX45 can accommodate two wheelchairs at one time.
Purchased from ABC Companies in Camden, N.J., this is the third 56-passenger motorcoach to be added to Premiere’s fleet, joining the two previously purchased Volvo 9700 models. All three motorcoaches were added to the fleet within an 18-month span.
“When we added the first two motorcoaches, we were striving to meet the demands of our clients and the region,” explained Douglas Rydbom, Sr. Member of Premiere. “The addition of this motorcoach was for the same purpose—accommodating all of our clients and making sure that we provide transportation to anyone in need.”
Passengers of the new handicap-accessible motorcoach will still receive chauffeur-driven services, as with all other vehicles in the fleet.
“We are happy to have a handicap-accessible motorcoach and still be able to provide the same professionalism with our chauffeured services and email updates for each reservation,” said Rydbom. “We want to spread the word about this new addition to our fleet so that we can service those who need it.”
Visit Premiere1Limousine.com for more information.
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