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L to R: John Murphey of Black Steel Transportation, Jordan Sanders of Hollowsands Luxury Limousine, NLA Board Member Kevin Illingworth of Classique Worldwide Transportation, Mary Onstead of Compass Limousine, Bill Faeth of Limo University, Eric Alimena of Alimena Limousine & Worldwide Transportation, NLA First Vice President Douglas Schwartz of Executive Limousine, Paul Kovie of Sunshine Limousine & Sedan Service, Kirk Bagger of Captains Car Service, and Steven Dial of Your Personal Driver
Marlton, N.J. —The National Limousine Association (NLA) and Chauffeur Driven are proud to announce an alliance with Limo University founder Bill Faeth.
Faeth will work alongside the NLA to develop member-only content geared toward operators with 19 vehicles or fewer. “No Operator Left Behind”—the brainchild of Faeth—is a multi-pronged initiative that aims to arm small operators with the education and support they need to thrive, while connecting them with larger NLA member operators who can offer guidance. The exclusive content will be available with an NLA membership, and is expected to launch this summer.
Faeth’s initiative complements one of NLA President Gary Buffo’s long-term goals to bolster small operators and to make NLA Board members more accessible to the membership.
“Since 2015 when I started Limo University I have had one mission and that is to help small and midsize operators grow profitable businesses. The alliance with the NLA/CD is a natural progression to have a greater impact industrywide,” says Faeth.
Content will be delivered through podcasts with a closed Facebook group so operators can continue the conversation. Although Faeth and the NLA will initially spearhead topics, Faeth says that he expects many more will be curated through group discussions. The sessions will become part of an extensive library available to NLA members in good standing.
Faeth, a former industry operator based in Nashville, has helped hundreds of companies both navigate changing times and increase profitability since 2015 through Limo University and its various programs.
“This partnership and No Operator Left Behind initiative will help our members grow, market, and protect their businesses. This is perhaps the best member benefit the NLA has developed since I became a member in 1996,” says Buffo. To further strengthen the voice of the small operator, he adds that the NLA Board will be tasked with creating a small operator seat on the Board during the next bylaws revision.
Additionally, Faeth will host sessions dedicated to the smaller operators at the upcoming CD/NLA Shows, starting this October 13-16 in Boston. For more information about Limo University, visit limogrowth.com.
Additionally, the NLA has finalized the officers of its executive board, as well as the chairs of various committees.
NLA President Gary Buffo of Pure Luxury Transportation
NLA 1st Vice President Doug Schwartz of Executive Limousine
NLA 2nd Vice President Joe Ironi of Global Alliance Worldwide
NLA Treasurer Robert Alexander of RMA Worldwide
NLA Secretary Brett Barenholtz of Boston Car Service/Above All Transportation
The officers of the NLA executive board are:
Chair/President: Gary Buffo of Pure Luxury Transportation
1st Vice President: Doug Schwartz of Executive Limousine
2nd Vice President: Joe Ironi of Global Alliance Worldwide
Treasurer: Robert Alexander of RMA Worldwide
Secretary: Brett Barenholtz of Boston Car Service/Above All Transportation
The committee chairs are as follows:
Bylaws
Diane Forgy of Overland Chauffeured Services
Laura Canady of SC Express
Charity Fundraising
Robert Alexander of RMA Worldwide
Sarah McKee of Chosen Payments
Tami Saccoccio of Commonwealth Worldwide
Congress of Association Leaders
Jeff Greene of Greene Worldwide Transportation
Rick Versace of A1A Airport & Limousine
Finance
Robert Alexander of RMA Worldwide
International
Michael Oldenburg of United Limousines AG
Joe Ironi of Global Alliance Worldwide
Legislative
Robert Alexander of RMA Worldwide
Brett Barenholtz of Boston Car Service/Above All Transportation
Management/Show Partnership Oversight
Robert Alexander of RMA Worldwide
Joe Ironi of Global Alliance Worldwide
Membership
Diane Forgy of Overland Chauffeured Services
Doug Schwartz of Executive Limousine
Nominating
Jeff Greene of Greene Worldwide Transportation
Don Mahnke of ABC Worldwide Transportation
Political Action
Don Mahnke of ABC Worldwide Transportation
Dawson Rutter of Commonwealth Worldwide
Public Relations
Jason Kaplan of The Driver Provider
Rick Versace of A1A Airport & Limousine
Scholarship
Kevin Illingworth of Classique Limousine Worldwide
Erich Reindl of Avanti Transportation
Show Education
Jason Sharenow of Broadway Elite Worldwide
Tracy Raimer of Windy City Limousine & Bus
Small Operators
Kevin Illingworth of Classique Limousine Worldwide
Doug Schwartz of Executive Limousine
Sponsorship
Brett Barenholtz of Boston Car Service/Above All Transportation
Jason Kaplan of The Driver Provider
Technology & Social Media
Michael Campbell of Grace Limousine
Doug Schwartz of Executive Limousine
Women's Leadership Council
Tracy Raimer of Windy City Limousine & Bus
Nancy Vargas of DH2 Chauffeured Transportation
Visit limo.org for more information.
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Premier Limousine General Manager Angelo DiMarco
Berlin, Conn. — Luxury ground transportation provider Premier Limousine recently announced the promotion of Angelo DiMarco to general manager.
The son of Premier Limousine’s CEO and founder, Steven DiMarco, Angelo has become increasingly involved in the company throughout recent years as he prepared to take a more active executive role. According to DiMarco, his managerial style will mirror the dedication and hard work he has seen from his family:
“Premier Limousine has been a regional leader over the past 35 years, and that’s just the beginning. I’ve watched my father grow this company into the trailblazer that it is, and I intend to help honor that long family tradition going forward by continuing to ensure Premier Limo’s reputation as the most luxurious, professional, and safe transportation service on the market.”
DiMarco is committed to joining the National Limo Association (NLA) and added, “This organization is the nation’s leading trade group for limousine service. It is important our company bolsters the transportation industry through involvement with the NLA organization. I intend to get personally involved with this group to help our company and our industry.”
Additionally, he wants to adopt and implement more technology into the daily operations of the company to help increase efficiency and overall service levels to customers.
DiMarco’s promotion comes at a pivotal point in the growth of the company, which now employs over 200 individuals and includes a fleet of 70 vehicles. As the number of companies using Premier Limousine’s services continues to grow, the company is hopeful that the influence of DiMarco will be integral to its future growth and success.
Visit premierlimo.com for more information.
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Marlton, N.J. — Grech Motors, the leading bus manufacturer and ardent supporter of the industry, has signed on as an exclusive sponsor and exhibitor at National Limousine Association (NLA) and Chauffeur Driven (CD) events. The upcoming CD/NLA Shows are scheduled for Boston this October and Las Vegas in February 2020.
Grech Motors CEO Ed Grech
Grech is the first sponsor and exhibitor to fully and exclusively commit to only the Boston and Las Vegas shows produced by the NLA and CD. Vendors and attendees alike have expressed their growing frustration with the increased number of industry events and groups that have cost them time and money away from the office. By solely committing to these two shows, Grech is leading the charge toward industry harmony.
NLA President Gary Buffo
Grech has been a longtime and generous supporter of the NLA, and chose to maintain its close working relationship when the Association inked a new partnership with CD earlier this year. The manufacturer is a Diamond Sponsor of the NLA—its highest level—and has consistently given back to the Association with exclusive rebates for members who purchase Grech products. Additionally, Grech has been a consistent Title Sponsor of the Chauffeur Driven Show since 2013.
“Congratulations to Gary Buffo, Chris Weiss, the entire NLA Board of Directors, and the Chauffeur Driven team,” says Grech Motors CEO Ed Grech. “The new partnership between the NLA and Chauffeur Driven provides the industry with a foundation for guaranteed successes. This partnership will continue the momentum needed for industry progression, and we look forward to many more years of sustained growth with these amazing business partners. This partnership places NLA members in a position of strength never seen before in our industry."
Grech adds, "As the leading bus manufacturer to the luxury ground transportation industry, Grech Motors has been the number one contributor and largest sponsor of the NLA and Chauffeur Driven for many years. This new partnership provides our industry with much-needed unity. Working with the NLA Board of Directors, the NLA management staff, and the entire Chauffeur Driven team has always been an absolute pleasure, and this union has brought together the best of all worlds."
Attending the CD/NLA Shows is an immediate ROI for NLA members as half of every dollar spent sponsoring, attending, and exhibiting at the shows goes directly back to the NLA and is used to continue its strong advocacy for the industry.
“On behalf of the NLA Board, I am so thankful to Ed Grech, AJ Thurber, and the entire Grech Motors team for this new exclusive partnership as the NLA and Chauffeur Driven head into an exciting new era. Grech Motors has been the NLA’s largest sponsor and contributor for several years, and we are thrilled to continue and nurture this strong relationship. We look forward to working with Chauffeur Driven and Grech Motors to continue to support, educate, and advocate for the luxury ground transportation
industry,” says NLA President Gary Buffo of Pure Luxury Transportation.
For more information about Grech Motors, visit grechmotors.com. More information about the upcoming CD/NLA Shows can be found at limo.org, chauffeurdrivenshow.com, and in issues of Chauffeur Driven.
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