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We’re inching closer to the 2024 CD/NLA Show in National Harbor on October 13-16. Located just outside of Washington, D.C., and easy to navigate by plane, train, or automobile, the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center is a convenient, all-under-one-roof venue that’s ideal to host the industry event of the season. If you haven’t registered for the CD/NLA Show, there’s still time to save money over on-site pricing: Just head on over to cdnlashow.com to sign up. NLA members save an incredible $75 off the registration fee.
And don’t forget, back by popular demand is our Operator Mentoring Program, which remains one of the CD/NLA Show’s longest-running hits and an enduring attendee favorite. Held Sunday, October 13, this is your opportunity to learn from some of the industry’s most iconic names and successful owners—and the roundtable discussions give everyone in your intimate group a chance to contribute and bring fresh ideas to the conversation, too. Moreover, we’re thrilled to bring you a total of 24 mentors into the program. The mentors are:
| Maya Adrine of Golden Limousine International | Shariff McMichael of Dav El/BostonCoach |
| Brett Barenholtz of Boston Car Service/Above All Transportation/Maine Limousine Service | Michelle Miller of Elite Coach Transportation |
| Maurice Brewster of Mosaic Global Transportation | Christina Nguyen of Premier Transportation |
| Paula DeBiasi of Chicago CoachWorks | Jeff Nyikos of Leros Transportation Group |
| Nour Elotmani of Destination MCO | Hoss Oskouie of Atlantic Limousine & Transportation |
| Faith Glasgow of Peak Limousine | Tim Rose of Dolphin Transportation Specialists |
| Athena Grimm of BAC Transportation | Tracy Salinger of Unique Limousine |
| Karl Guenther of Statement Limousine | Doug Schwartz of Executive Transportation |
| Tiffany Hinton of MOTEV | Jason Sharenow of Broadway Elite Worldwide |
| Kevin Illingworth of Classique Worldwide | Dave Uziel of Urban Worldwide |
| George Jacobs of Windy City Limousine & Bus | Mike Vargas of DH2 Worldwide |
| Becky Laramee of All Points Limousine | Rick Versace of A1A Global Ground |
But don’t delay! Limited to 200 operators, all seats are filled on a first-come, first-served basis, and more than half are already filled. To select your mentor, visit cdnlashow.com or click here.
Another returning—but revamped—favorite is our Association Summit. Traditionally, this event has offered regional and national association leaders the chance to meet in a roundtable format to discuss the issues facing the organizations. After the standing-room-only event in Vegas this past March, we’re jumpstarting the summit to encourage all local association members and intrigued parties to attend for an in-depth conversation about insurance. Join us on Tuesday, October 15, for Navigating the Insurance Crisis: Strategies for Operators and Association Leaders, a classroom-style session geared toward tackling the insurance crisis faced by chauffeured ground transportation operators, as well as the motorcoach and trucking industries. Our experts—moderated by FLA President and NLA Treasurer Rick Versace and CTANJ Secretary and NLA Board Member Jason Sharenow—will unravel the complexities behind rising claims, skyrocketing jury awards, shifting risk dynamics, and market instability. Engage with top industry leaders as they share actionable strategies and solutions to weather the storm and secure the future of your business. Don’t miss this crucial dialogue on safeguarding your operations and navigating the evolving insurance landscape. Come with questions, as we will also have abundant time for Q&A.
To keep on top of all the incredible sessions and roundtables at the CD/NLA Show—not to mention our always bustling show floor hours—check out our schedule of events by clicking here.
Visit cdnlashow.com for more information.
[09.25.24]
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Leros Transportation Group, a 41-year-old company headquartered in Valhalla, N.Y., is pleased to announce the acquisition of Park Avenue Limousine, which is based just outside of Philadelphia. According to a joint press release, this strategic acquisition will significantly enhance Leros Transportation Group’s market presence in the Northeast and further strengthen its ability to provide exceptional service to its clients.
Founded in 1987, Park Avenue Limousine has built a stellar reputation for delivering high-quality, reliable transportation services across Pennsylvania and beyond. The company’s commitment to customer satisfaction and its comprehensive range of luxury transportation options perfectly aligns with Leros Transportation Group’s values and business objectives.
The Park Avenue and Leros teams celebrate
“The acquisition of Park Avenue Limousine represents a significant milestone for Leros as we continue to expand our footprint in the chauffeured transportation industry,” said Jeff Nyikos, CEO of Leros Transportation Group. “We are thrilled to welcome the Park Avenue Limousine team to our family. This acquisition allows us to serve a broader client base and reinforces our dedication to providing seamless, reliable transportation solutions.”
Michael Basso, COO of Leros Transportation Group, added, “Park Avenue exemplifies everything we look for in an acquisition partner: diverse revenue streams, a strong commitment to safety, and unwavering service integrity. This addition will create an even more competitive organization and position us for future growth. We couldn’t be happier to have Park Avenue as part of the Leros family of transportation brands.”
Alan Candeub, president of Park Avenue Limousine, shared his excitement about the acquisition: “Joining forces with Leros Transportation Group is an exciting new chapter for us. We’ve always prided ourselves on delivering outstanding service to our clients, and this partnership allows us to enhance that service with greater resources and reach. We are confident that this will be a positive step for both our clients and our team.”
As part of the acquisition, Park Avenue Limousine will now be known as Park Ave Worldwide. Briana Candeub and Chelsea Lazar will be spearheading operations and sales in the Pennsylvania market.
Visit lerostg.com to learn more about Leros Transportation Group. Visit parkavenuelimousine.com for more information about Park Avenue.
[09.24.24]
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On Tuesday, September 17, the Illinois Limousine & Bus Association (ILLBA) held another in their series of virtual Coffee With ILLBA meetings. Free and open to operators from around the world, the latest webinar welcomed Amir Zafar from GNet to discuss the latest updates in the GNet Connect portal.
ILLBA President Tracy Raimer
ILLBA President Tracy Raimer began the proceedings by welcoming the members and guests present on the Zoom call and introducing the ILLBA Board of Directors. She then provided an update of National Limousine Association news, including upcoming elections for open board seats and money-saving opportunities from the association’s affinity program.
GRiDD Technologies CEO Amir Zafar
Raimer then introduced Zafar, who described GNet as the “plumbing between dispatch systems,” emphasizing the real-time connectivity the platform provides for partners. Reza Shahbazi from GNet then provided a live demonstration of the new features offered by the portal including an updated profile that acts similarly to LinkedIn. The profile increases operators’ SEO and online visibility. Also new on GNet is a document management feature that allows users to upload anything from marketing brochures to proof of insurance. Shahbazi showed the ease with which operators can access and share the documentation as well as analytics and trends that can drill down insight into top cities, airlines, and vehicles.
ILLBA Executive Director/Secretary Paula DeBiasi
During the hour-long presentation, ILLBA Executive Director/Secretary Paula DeBiasi of Chicago Coachworks pointed out the low-cost marketing value of using the GNet Connect platform.
A recording of the webinar is available on ILLBA’s YouTube channel. The next virtual meeting is planned for October 22.
Visit illba.org for more information.
[09.23.24]