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Kevin J. Polite, president and CEO of Culdesac Chauffeur ServiceWashington, D.C. —Kevin J. Polite, president and CEO of the Washington, D.C.-based company Culdesac Chauffeur Service, recently announced the establishment of the Kevin J. Polite scholarship fund, which benefits the Hillman Entrepreneurs Program at Maryland’s Montgomery College. Montgomery College is Polite’s alma mater, where he once led as student body president.
“I attended this community college prior to transferring to the University of Maryland. It gave me…an opportunity to attend a 4-year university. I am forever grateful for this and would like to provide that same gift to future entrepreneurs,” said Polite.
The Hillman Entrepreneurs Program is a three-year scholarship and educational program that supports, develops, and graduates students who want to give back to their local communities. Students complete their Associate Degree at Montgomery College and their Bachelor’s Degree at the University of Maryland, College Park, earning a minor in Technology Entrepreneurship.
Polite established his company, Culdesac Chauffeur Service, in 2009 with a single vehicle, and has grown the company to offer multiple sedans, SUVs, limousines, and buses, as well as an auto detailing company. His business continues to grow in the competitive D.C. market, with client demand doubling each year.
Polite is excited for the future of the youth his scholarship will serve. “In speaking to these young entrepreneurs, I know they are our next generation of world changers,” he stated.
Polite encourages all entrepreneurs to give back to the next generation of entrepreneurs and innovators. He welcomes tax-deductible donations to his fund, which is managed by Montgomery College.
Visit culdesacdc.com for more information.
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Boston — Marcou Transportation Group, owner of Dav El/BostonCoach, has acquired Boca Raton Transportation, which has served customers in Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties for nearly 40 years.
Scott Solombrino, president and CEO of Dav El / BostonCoach Boca Raton Transportation was founded in 1978 by P. Rodney Cunningham, who has owned and operated successful limousine, taxi, and airport shuttle companies in Delaware, Ohio, and South Florida. Boca Raton Transportation specializes in airport transfers, golf charters, dine arounds, and other services, and is the exclusive transportation company for the Boca Raton Resort & Club.
“I am very pleased that Dav El/BostonCoach is expanding its services in Florida with our new location in Boca Raton; this is a great addition to our locations in Miami and West Palm Beach,” stated Scott Solombrino, president and CEO for Dav El / Boston Coach. “Boca Raton Transportation has enjoyed a great reputation for nearly 40 years, and we will build on that tradition to make our brand stronger and enable us to continue providing the very best premium transportation services in South Florida.”
Cunningham will continue to manage the Boca Raton operation and grow the business in South Florida.
“Marcou Transportation Group is an organization with an innovative, forward-thinking philosophy that always exceeds client expectations, and we’re proud to become a part of it,” Cunningham said. “We’ve served our customers for nearly 40 years, and with this acquisition, we look forward to continued growth as we embrace the technologies that have helped make Marcou Transportation Group the industry leader.”
Terms of the acquisition are not being disclosed.
Visit bostoncoach.com for more information.
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Jaimie McLaren, Director of Product DevelopmentNewtown, Conn. — Boutique premium transportation and travel services marketing agency, DriveProfit, recently welcomed well-rounded administrative professional, Jaime McLaren, as its new director of product development. With over 15 years of experience in providing support to corporate executives and board directors for small and large organizations, McLaren will be working closely with DriveProfit Founder and CEO Patricia Charla as well as the company’s development team, on the creation, documentation, marketing, and training of new products.
“I had the pleasure of working with Pat during my tenure at my last position and have always been impressed by the attention to detail and professionalism of Pat and her team. So, when I was offered the opportunity to work for her, I jumped on it,” said McLaren. “I enjoy working in the ground transportation services industry and have always been attracted to the technology and marketing that help drive corporations. I’m excited and honored to be a part of the amazing DriveProfit team and look forward to helping drive innovation for our industry!”
Prior to joining DriveProfit, McLaren was Director of Operations for chauffeured services company, Concierge Limousine.
“I’ve known Jaime for years, and she has always been incredibly professional, knowledgeable and a joy to work with,” said Charla. “I’m thrilled to finally have her on the DriveProfit team. I know that her skills and expertise will help us further our work to bring new, creative and advanced solutions to our clients.”
DriveProfit provides a complete suite of services to support companies in the premium transportation and travel services industry. From graphic and web development to social media marketing and copywriting, DriveProfit can craft the marketing and communications materials necessary to grow a business.
Visit DriveProfit.com for more information.
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