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Newly installed TLPA President Mike Fogarty of Tristar Worldwide spoke at the recent NELA meeting.
Dorchester, Mass. — A nasty nor’easter may have caused delays and disruptions throughout the day, but the New England Livery Association’s (NELA) quarterly meeting and holiday party went on without a hitch December 9. The half-business/half-pleasure shindig brought industry discussions, lively entertainment, and holiday cheer to Venezia Waterfront, which lies just outside Boston.
The event, which did see a delayed beginning to accommodate members’ increased travel time, began with an educational seminar about subrogation and loss recovery with representatives from Lancer Insurance, who offered advice on how to handle the aftermath of a fleet vehicle’s accident. NELA Treasurer Teale Smith of Maine Limousine Service also spoke before the session’s Q&A period with association members.
L to R: Jeff Brodsly of Chosen Payments, NELA President Michael Callahan of Able Limousine, and NELA 2nd Vice President David Lathbury of Black Tie LimousineDrinks, dinner, conversation, and entertainment then followed. Chauffeur Driven sponsored the event’s entertainment, which included mentalist/magician Dave Hall, who delighted association members by going from table to table during the evening’s cocktail hour and again with his dinnertime performance. There were also a number of prizes and gift baskets donated to the association for its members to win: Chauffeur Driven’s editor Madeleine Maccar raffled off a pass to CD’s 2015 Show in Miami Beach, which was won by Tina Benson of L.A. Limousine Service.
NELA President Michael Callahan of Able Limousine (left), Chauffeur Driven Editor Madeleine Maccar, and NELA CEO Rick SzilagyiThe association also hosted a few guest speakers before the evening was over. Mike Fogarty of Tristar Worldwide and the new Taxicab, Limousine & Paratransit Association (TLPA) president spoke about how the TLPA is working with the livery industry in its ongoing battle against Uber, emphasizing that “this is the fight of our lives” and that everyone in the regulated ground transportation industry “are in this fight together.” NELA CEO Rick Szilagyi then discussed association developments, such as how the board decided to focus on offering more educational opportunities in the upcoming year through webinars and podcasts.
NELA’s next quarterly meeting will be March 10.
Visit nelivery.org for more information.
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Moorpark, Calif. — A few years ago, Chosen Payments, a leading credit card processor for the ground transportation industry, made a commitment to the industry’s regional and national associations to contribute to them financially. At the most recent Chauffer Driven Show, Chosen Payments presented human-size checks to three associations.
First, CEO Jeff Brodsly, who was on an education panel during the Minority Limousine Operators of America (MLOA) meeting, surprised the association with a $1,000 donation. He also offered a $200 signing bonus for any MLOA member who switched to Chosen Payments during the CD Show. During the Limousine Association of New Jersey (LANJ) breakfast meeting, Brodsly presented a check for $2,737 as a rebate to the association (Chosen Payments offers rebates back to associations for each member that uses the credit card processor). Finally during the Florida Limousine Association meeting, Brodsly presented a $500 donation to help the association continue its TNC battle.
With the mutually beneficial relationships between Chosen Payments and many associations, the payment processor intends to continue this trend each year. “It feels good to support those who support us, which is the beauty in creating true relationships in this industry and with our clients,” says CEO Jeff Brodsly. “We are grateful for the overwhelming support from the industry and the various associations we are partnered with. We will continue to help in all ways we can.”
Visit chosenpayments.com for more information.
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Matt Daus, Esq. U.S. News Media Group, the publishers of U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers, announced the 2015 roster of "Best Law Firms," which includes Windels Marx. One of the industry’s leading experts and champions of TNC playing on a level playing field, Matt Daus, is a partner with the firm.
According to U.S. News & World Report, inclusion in "Best Law Firms" is based on a rigorous evaluation process that includes data collection; evaluation; and feedback from thousands of clients, lawyers, and law firm representatives spanning a wide range of practice areas nationwide. This is the fifth edition of its annual analysis. More information about the methodology of the process at the U.S. News Best Law Firms can be found at bestlawfirms.usnews.com.
Visit windelsmarx.com for more information about the firm.
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