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Nearly 80 members were in attendance and enjoyed appetizers while they got an in-person and up-close look at the new Lincoln Continental and Cadillac new CT-6. That was followed by a sit-down dinner, cooler bags as gifts, and door prizes.
The OLOA welcomed GM, Ford, Cowan Insurance, Dalton Timmis Insurance, Inkas, Peplinski Leasing, Fleetmatics, and A-Lease as returning sponsors. The association also introduced three new sponsors: Restor-FX, which had a new automotive coating on display; Ad Impact, a supplier of driver uniforms and company-branded items; and Limo Anywhere, tracking software for luxury ground transportation companies.
The Greater Toronto Airport Authority had a speaker presenting on the new procedures for pre-arranged bookings at the airport. As OLOA members had voiced their concerns and complications with the new procedure, so additional industry discussions will be held.
OLOA President John Dahdaly of Cullitons Limousine Service gave an industry speech on the discussions that have been held with the Ministry of Finance and the City of Toronto regarding Uber and its operations in the city.
The association would like to extend a special thank you to Northbridge Insurance for its presentation on distracted driving, which was of great interest and provided much-needed insight to those in attendance.
Visit oloa.ca for more information.
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Building on the Fleet Forward theme—beginning with this summer’s intuitive of the same name that aims to educate and inspire operators by highlighting those who are thinking outside the box when it comes to new ways of doing business—this year’s TLPA event focused on empowering attendees with a varied educational program, three General Sessions, a show floor featuring nearly 100 vendors, and plenty of networking and optional events.
The education included 18 interactive sessions and 11 Breakout Sessions, all designed to help operators remain effectively competitive in a constantly evolving market. Topics ranged from social media to diversity and catered to all facets of ground transportation and operators of all sizes from all around the world.
Outgoing President Dwight Kines of Transdev welcomed newly elected TLPA President Bill Scalzi of Metro Taxi, and a number of members and their companies were also honored throughout the conference. The 2016 award winners included:
Limousine Chauffeur of the Year: Frank Johnson of Executive Transportation in Newport, Ky.
Paratransit Operator of the Year: Judy Potter of Black & White Transportation in Toledo, Ohio
Paratransit Driver of the Year: Gregg Katz of 10/10 Taxi—Kansas City Transportation Group in Kansas City, Mo.
Taxicab Operator of the Year: Nick Cambas of United Taxi in Clearwater, Fla.
Taxicab Driver of the Year: Enders Abdu of Yellow Checker Cab in San Jose, Calif.
The 99th Annual Convention & Trade Show will be in Denver, Colo., from October 8-12. TLPA’s next event will be its Spring Conference & Expo from April 25-27 in Palm Springs, Calif.
Visit tlpa.org for more information.
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Jackson was known locally as “Mr. Turkey,” a nickname earned from his annual Thanksgiving turkey drive, which has provided meals for thousands of needy families for more than 30 years. His community service became a tradition in South L.A., and attracted celebrities who volunteered their time to help package and hand out food boxes to the needy residents who would sometimes wait in line for days.
According to the Jackson Limousine Service, the giveaway began in 1982 when some area senior citizens who couldn’t afford Thanksgiving holiday meals approached Jackson, who responded by buying 100 turkeys and creating the E.J. Jackson Foundation. The next year he bought 200, and the following he bought 500, and ultimately grew annual community event. In 2015, more than 12,000 turkeys were handed out, along with other Thanksgiving meal fixings. Family members have said that this year’s turkey giveaway will go on as scheduled on Nov. 22. The foundation is still asking for donations of turkeys and other meal fixings.
Visit jacksonlimo.com or theejjacksonfoundation.com for more information.
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