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Orange, Calif. — Classique Limousines Worldwide recently announced the purchase of Showcase Limousines, a 35-year-old company based in Riverside, Calif. Kevin Illingworth, president and CEO of Classique, is excited about the new acquisition and has been working with Nanette Tenerelli, former owner of Showcase, who will remain on board as operational manager to handle affiliates and growing corporate business.
Along with providing service to his established business in the Inland Empire, Illingworth’s time with the United States Air Force at March Air Force Base in the Moreno Valley was a chief motivator in acquiring a company in the area. He also stated that having multiple offices will improve client services by minimizing the drive time to and from their clients across the region.
In addition to running Classique, Illingsworth has spent the last two years serving his industry as president of the Greater California Livery Association and on the board of the National Limousine Association as the West Coast representative.
Visit classiquelimo.com for more information.
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Members of the management team were on hand to accept Reston’s Best-Run Company award at the SmartCEO book launch party (L to R): Director of Sales Carolyn Callahan, CFO Bruce Kudeviz, CEO Kristina Bouweiri, COO Tony Simon, and Director of Business Relations Barry Gross
Dulles, Va. — Reston Limousine President and CEO Kristina Bouweiri recently announced that the business has been selected as a SmartCEO 2017 Best-Run Company. It will be featured in a guide collecting ideas from top leadership teams in the Baltimore and Washington area.
Each Best-Run Company is featured in SmartCEO’s 100-page Best-Run Book, a collection of the Baltimore-Washington Region’s best business stories. This valuable, one-of-a-kind guide serves as a platform to tell the stories of those companies who model excellence and as a resource for growing companies and aspiring leaders regardless of company size or industry.
A best-run company must exhibit the highest standards of nine critical aspects: process, vision, customers, culture, leadership, communication, growth, brand, and talent. These firms—generating in excess of $2.76B in collective annual revenue and employing more than 20,000 people—are leaders in their industries, have overcome significant challenges, and have created lasting value in their communities. They span many industries that are succeeding in the Baltimore-Washington region— from IT and government contracting, to staffing and public relations. They exemplify leadership, strategic vision, and character.
"For more than 15 years, SmartCEO’s mission has been to share inspirational stories about the region’s top companies. The Best-Run Book is a shining example of how companies like Reston Limousine and their leadership teams are able to become industry leaders, overcome significant challenges, and create lasting value in their communities,” said Craig Burris, founder and CEO of SmartCEO. "The Best-Run Book is a one-of-a-kind resource that not only honors those included for modeling excellence but also affords growing companies and aspiring leaders the opportunity to glean advice that could change the way they approach one or many aspects of their own business. It’s no question that Reston Limousine and its fellow Best-Run Companies have achieved something truly remarkable."
Visit restonlimo.com or smartceo.com for more information.
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United Private Car General Manager Lew Aflalo
Boston — United Private Car of Boston has announced Lewis Aflalo is joining the organization as General Manager. Effective February 1, Aflalo will oversee all operations and assist in establishing United Private Car’s ever-growing presence.
Aflalo joins founders Terry Murtaugh and Jason Dornhoffer in managing the company’s rapid growth. He brings nearly 20 years of industry experience, most recently serving as General Manager for a Connecticut-based provider.
“We are delighted to welcome Lewis Aflalo as United Private Car’s General Manager,” said Terry Murtaugh, CEO of United Private Car. “Lew brings not only a successful background and tremendous experience, but valuable relationships that will greatly improve our service capabilities.”
Aflalo previously held various positions in the industry, which have greatly added to his expertise. In 1998, he began as a dispatcher, later an operations manager, and held positions in sales and affiliate relations across the country.
“Joining United Private Car's senior leadership team at a time when the company is poised for growth, was a natural step in my career progression,” said Aflalo. “I look forward to partnering with Terry and Jason to build upon their successes and help drive the company to the next level of achievement and excellence."
Visit unitedprivatecar.com for more information.
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