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Above All Transportation/Maine Limousine VP Human Resources Larry White
Above All Transportation/Maine Limousine is thrilled to welcome Larry White as their new vice president of human resources. A seasoned professional with many years of experience, White comes to Above All/ Maine Limousine following past positions at other New England-based operations.
“Larry brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our team,” says Above All/ Maine Limousine CEO Brett Barenholtz. “We are confident that his passion for the industry will help us better serve our employees and clients.”
White will be responsible for spearheading chauffeur and bus driver recruitment, training, and continued education, as well as handling human resources for personnel.
“I am very happy to be joining the team at Above All/ Maine Limousine. Their reputation is unmatched in our industry, and I’m looking forward to being a key piece of the puzzle,” says White.
“As he’s someone that knows the industry inside and out, it’s a pleasure to have the opportunity to work with Larry,” adds Barenholtz.
Visit abovealltrans.com or mainelimo.com for more information.
[05.13.24]
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Sean Duval receives Mary Kerr Leadership Award
On April 17, Golden Limousine International President Sean Duval was presented the prestigious Mary Kerr Leadership Award by Destination Ann Arbor at their annual meeting. The award recognizes his outstanding contributions to the Michigan community, where the company is based. Duval’s continued support of many organizations in the greater Washtenaw County region has been impactful in a variety of ways, both financially and through his many board positions and involvement with community organizations.
"I am honored and humbled to receive this award. From the start, I envisioned Golden Limousine International as a company that would not only provide top-notch transportation services but would also give back to the community," said Duval. "We believe that by serving our community, we're not just doing good—we're also becoming a better company."
Destination Ann Arbor's mission is to enhance the economy of the Ann Arbor area, and Washtenaw County in general, through the power of travel.
The theme for this year's meeting was "We're not alike. But together we're unlike anyplace else" and its unique format provided an opportunity to hear from members of each of the seven Washtenaw area communities served by Destination Ann Arbor.
The meeting included a recap of the performance of Destination Ann Arbor's 2023 efforts by their staff with the support of their partners within the communities. Like Golden Limousine International, they share the belief that it's in the formula, when you have a plan and you consistently follow it, through the ups and downs, you will find success and create a loyal following. In the end, the formula is simple—treat your guests as you would like to be treated.
Duval founded Golden more than 30 years ago. With an extensive fleet of vehicles and a global network of more than 450 affiliates, they are driven by their commitment to excellence.
Visit goldenlimo.com for more information.
[05.10.24]
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Naples, Fla.-based Hoffmann Family of Cos. announced it has acquired Pure Luxury Transportation in Sonoma County, California, adding to its collection of companies in the transportation industry.
Pure Luxury Transportation was founded in 1991 by President Gary Buffo, who ran the company with CEO Jennifer Buffo. The company is based in Northern California and serves the Napa, Sonoma, San Francisco, and Northern Bay areas, with a fleet of more than 70 vehicles, from sedans and SUVs to school buses and limousines.
"Their reputation for excellence aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering exceptional service across all our business ventures," said Tamir Rankow, director of the Hoffmann Family of Cos., in a statement.
In 2023, Pure Luxury was named one of the 10 best wine tour companies by USA Today readers. In 2022, it earned The Press Democrat's Best of Sonoma County Readers' Choice Award in the limousine/transportation category.
The Hoffmann Family of Cos.'s portfolio is diverse across numerous industries, but its footprint within transportation includes Naples Transportation & Tours and Palm Beach Tours & Transportation, both based in Florida.
According to the Hoffmann website, their strategy is to acquire "good businesses or good properties, with really good people behind them—all with the potential and drive to be better."
The transaction was facilitated by Ken Lucci of Driving Transactions.
Visit pureluxury.com for more information.
[05.07.24]