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VLA President Paul Walsh of Superior Executive Transportation Fredericksburg, Va. — Nearly 50 members, vendors, family members, and guests of the Virginia Limousine Association (VLA) flocked to Ristorante Renato in historic Fredericksburg for a festive holiday gathering December 4. CD’s Industry & Brand Ambassador Philip Jagiela—who also serves as VLA’s executive director—was among those who attended the end-of-year party.
Several VLA members donated door prizes for the holiday party The association benefited from the generosity of its operator and vendor members, as there was a bevy of door prizes donated from the likes of American Executive Sedan Service, Complete Fleet, Executive Town Car, Georgetown Insurance, Love Limousine, Reston Limousine, RMA Worldwide, Sonny Merryman, Superior Executive Transportation, and ZBest Worldwide Chauffeured Transportation. Chauffeur Driven also donated a pass to its 2018 Show at the Gaylord National, which was won by Claude Crista of Williamsburg Chauffeur Service. Other items up for grabs included gift cards, a set of his-and-hers Skagen watches, a mountain bike, wine, and discounts on select Ford and Lincoln vehicles.
Attendees enjoyed a sit-down dinner and each other’s company For the VLA, the holiday party is an opportunity to put business aside for a day and celebrate the successes the association has seen come to fruition by banding together—despite comprising competing companies. And the VLA had much to be proud of in the past year.
L to R: VLA President Paul Walsh of Superior Executive Transportation, Ashley Polk of Fleet Transportation, and CD Industry & Brand Ambassador/VLA Executive Director Philip Jagiela “I can say this association has grown professionally, and industry-engagement-wise, to a level that is exciting to be a part of,” Jagiela said. “We are a team of professionals who highlight the positive.” Aside from the door-prize and 50/50 raffles, the evening also allowed association members a chance to mix and mingle with their local industry peers while enjoying their company over dinner, drinks, and dessert. The next VLA membership meeting will be February 5, though all members are welcome to dial into the monthly executive board conference calls on the first Thursday of every month.
Visit vla-limo.org for more information.
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New DH2 Transportation CEO Nancy Vargas New York — DH2 Chauffeured Transportation has announced that Nancy Vargas, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective immediately. She previously held the position of chief operating officer (COO). Current President and CEO, Mike Vargas will transition to COO. Both Nancy and Mike are excited to transition into their new roles.
COO Mike Vargas "Nancy will be leading our company and her passion for our industry will make a great impact to the future of DH2 Chauffeured Transportation. When I decided to pass the baton of leadership to Nancy, I'm completely confident that our company is in the best possible hands. I’m extremely proud of the great contribution Nancy has made to evolve our business and she will continue to position DH2 Chauffeured Transportation with continued growth" says Mike Vargas.
"I am thrilled to take on this new role as CEO and together with my lifetime partner, Mike Vargas, we will focus on strengthening our company and provide excellent service to our clients and affiliates. I'm eager to take on this new role and lead the future of our company," says Nancy Vargas.
Visit dh2limo.com for more information.
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Philadelphia — Hollowsands Luxury Limousine is hosting its first-ever Limos by Santa holiday gift donation on Friday, December 22 from 2 to 4pm. The event will benefit children receiving treatment at the Cooper University Hospital in Camden, N.J.
Co-owner of Hollowsands, Jordan Sanders, plans to bring a Sprinter of toys to the hospital, which will then be distributed to the kids. Sanders is especially excited about creating a new holiday tradition for the eight-year-old company that will spread some holiday cheer to the region.
“I reached out to Cooper to do something for the kids there. To folks in the Philadelphia area, Camden is sort of forgotten, so the hospital really liked the idea.”
Jordan Sanders, Co-owner of Hollowsands Luxury Limousine It wouldn’t be a holiday event for the kids without a Santa Claus, so none-other than Philip Jagiela, CD’s Industry & Brand Ambassador, will don that big red suit. It’s a role he’s very comfortable with—as he’s played the part many times over the years—and it brings him a great deal of joy. When Sanders asked him to be involved, Jagiela accepted without hesitation.
“I guarantee that I get a bigger benefit from it than the kids,” he says.
Sanders is going to post a live video of the even on the Hollowsands Facebook page. It’s his hope that Limos by Santa will become something that people remember so it can grow bigger and better each year.
Visit hollowsands.com for more information.
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