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San Diego — The Chauffeur Driven Executive Retreat is less than two weeks away, but there is still time to take part in the industry event of the spring. We have fewer than 20 slots available, so the time is now for you to register—don’t miss out.
While it is too late to take advantage of our discounted room block at the five-star Hotel Pendry, we’re happy to help you find a room. Just contact our Director of Events Carly Sokoloff at 856-452-0323 or carly@chauffeurdriven.com, and she’ll do her best to get you the best rate available. And to our friends in the California, Arizona, and Nevada surrounding areas, San Diego is a relatively short and easy commute for you.
Year after year, the CD Team works hard to design this event to provide a perfect combination of first-class education and unparrelled networking events so you leave our host city feeling that you’ve received useful takeaway or your business while having a hell of a goodtime. Well, you can bet that this year’s Retreat in San Diego will be no different, and, in fact, we just may have topped ourselves.
In the past few weeks, we’ve told you about our on-point educational offerings, our one-of-a-kind dinner receptions, the exclusive, interactive Executive Game, and our trolley tour of America’s Finest City, but if you’re still on the fence about attending, just read what our past attendees have to say about our Executive Retreat events.
“I always tell people that they should go to the Executive Retreat, especially if you’re an owner/operator. You can’t beat it. I can’t say enough about the education… from learning big things to learning little things, like utilizing software, there’s so much networking to be had, it’s amazing.”
Hilary Louarti of Diamond Transportation in Tucson, Ariz.
“I found collaborating with owners in a small setting to be more relaxed and highly effective. The intimate setting gives you an opportunity to really connect with your peers on a personal and professional level. I highly recommend attending CD's Executive Retreats. An event well done.”
Joe Gulino of Gem Limousine Worldwide in Woodbridge, N.J.
“Loved, loved, loved the sessions… [San Francisco] was my second retreat and my only regret is that I didn't start attending sooner. I love the smaller groups of exceptional people, who are all focused on making our companies and relationships with one another better and stronger, in a more relaxed atmosphere. Many times, I'm skeptical about spending this much time away from the office, as the ROI usually isn't there. With the Chauffeur Driven Executive Retreat...the value is definitely there! I already have San Diego on my calendar. Can't wait!”
Tracy Salinger of Unique Limousine in Harrisburg, Pa.
“This is an event that is just the right size and length to make a difference in my business operations. I took home actionable items that I put right to use. The people that attend are like-minded and refreshing to chat with as we all deal with so many of the same issues day to day. I would recommend this event to anyone who cares about increasing the strength or their business.”
Becky Laramee of All Point Limousine in Millbury, Mass.
A complete rundown of our jam-packed schedule—including our nighttime events—can be found by clicking HERE.
Many thanks to our Platinum Sponsors Grech Motors and Ford-Lincoln Limousine and Livery Sales for making the Chauffeur Driven Executive Retreat possible. We can’t wait to see you in America’s Finest City.
Visit sandiegoretreat.com for more information.
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Brian Goudie, CEO of Aurora Solutions
Scottsdale, Ariz. — Jeff Brodsly, founder & CEO of Chosen Payments, and Sabin Burrell, founder & CEO of BlueSquare, have joined forces with industry leader, Brian Goudie (formerly of First Data), to become partners under a new parent company, Aurora Solutions. The goal of this alliance is to offer unmatched industry knowledge and capabilities providing top-level, vertically driven talent to deliver support to its growing portfolios.
"Aurora Solutions' vision is to grow through vertical market distribution and technology,” said Goudie, who will act as CEO of Aurora Solutions. “I've learned in my 20 years at First Data that trying to be all things to everybody, while ambitious, doesn't always meet the mark. The industry has become vertically specialized such that you have to place strategic bets on distribution and technology leaders within those spaces. The opportunity to partner with BlueSquare and Chosen Payments embodies that vision. Jeff and Sabin have a consistent record of dominating their areas of specialization and are recognized leaders in the industry."
Jeff Brodsly, CEO of Chosen Payments
"It's no secret the payments industry is in one of the most exciting times of its history,” said Brodsly. “I could not be more proud for the Chosen Payments team and our future under Brian and the Aurora umbrella to reach unparalleled success. Once you put this much talent on one team, there is no stopping our success and I cannot wait to watch our combined forces dominate the payments arena."
BlueSquare is acknowledged as a payments industry frontrunner that serves businesses with their technology-enabled credit card processing services. They have completed more than $100M in transactions and have delivered some of the highest CAGRs in the industry.
"Assembling a world class leadership team with Brian Goudie along with Chosen Payments' Jeff Brodsly and Adam Spencer, formerly of BBVA, further demonstrates that we are one of the top dynamic payments companies left that hasn't gone the route of consolidation by a platform,” said Burrell. “We are also excited to expand and renew our relationship with our lender, Goldman Sachs, and to welcome our new capital partner, Prudential Capital Partners. Two of the most respected names in financial services who will give us the necessary runway to execute on our strategy."
With Chosen Payments and BlueSquare under the Aurora Solutions parent company, each organization will continue to thrive under each of their respected brands and will remain autonomous while combining powerful marketing and technology synergies to continue as industry disruptors. Burrell and Brodsly will remain in their respective positions at Chosen Payments and BlueSquare.
Visit chosenpayments.com for more information.
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Cardinal Transportation President Roy Alonso (left) with Operations Manager Jamey Rismiller Columbus, Ohio — Cardinal Transportation has announced the delivery of two 2018 Van Hool TX45 motorcoaches to their fleet, adding to the purchase of a CX45 earlier this year.
Both new 56-passenger Van Hool TX45s are equipped with Detroit Diesel DD13, 450 HP engines, Allison B500 (Gen5) six-speed automatic transmissions, and feature Amaya A2TEN leather seats with fabric inserts and three-point seat belts. Optional features include passenger side window shades, woodgrain flooring, enclosed parcel racks, and cup holders. The passenger entertainment experience is enhanced with on-board WiFi, REI multi-media interface and monitors, and 110V USB outlets. Van Hool standard safety features include antilock braking system, automatic traction control, electronic stability control, lane departure warning system, Kidde fire suppression system, daytime running lights, and adaptive static light system. Cardinals’ striking graphic package was produced and installed by ABC Companies in their Winter Garden, Fla., location prior to delivery of these coaches.
“I decided on the Van Hool product primarily because of the customer service that ABC Companies provides before and after the sale,” said Cardinal Founder & President Roy Alonso. “I have found it to be far superior to any other coach sales service I have experienced in the past. Pete Bachrach, my account manager, is always responsive to any issues we may have—even if they are not sales related. I only need to call or text him and I know he will make sure it is taken care of. Pete has a way of making us feel we are more than just a customer to him. He actually sent me a card and a gift certificate to Dairy Queen when I had my tonsils removed.”
Cardinal’s Van Hool motorcoaches Bachrach, Senior Account Manager for ABC Companies, the exclusive distributor of Van Hool motorcoaches in North America, commented, “Roy Alonso is a sound business man with an eye to detail. He has high standards for himself, his company, and anyone he deals with. Yet, he is always appreciative of everything you do for him and the company.”
In October 2017, Cardinal completed construction of a new 33,000 square foot facility, which houses all their operations under one roof. Situated on five acres of mostly paved parking area, the structure features indoor coach parking spaces along with maintenance booths. With three full-time mechanics on staff, the majority of their maintenance work is done in-house. The addition of a new fueling station provides additional savings for the company.
Visit cardinaltrans.com for more information.
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