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LANJ Executive Director Patty Nelson
The Limousine Association of New Jersey (LANJ) is hosting a Zoom presentation entitled “What You Need to Know About Chauffeured Transportation Insurance Right Now” that will be held at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, January 26.
Tim H. Delaney of Lancer
All LANJ members are invited and there is no fee to attend. To reserve your place, simply send an email to patricia.nelson103b@comcast.net confirming your name and company and saying "I'll be there!"
Representing the carrier side and the broker side of the insurance industry, the presentation will be given by chauffeured transportation insurance experts Lancer Senior Vice President Tim H. Delaney and EPIC Insurance Brokers & Consultants Principal Michael Marroccoli.
Topics to be covered:
Michael Marroccoli of EPIC Insurance • Current industrywide claims trends in commercial auto insurance
• Effects of COVID vis a vis insurance claims and rates
• COVID suspension policies throughout the industry
• Excess and umbrella insurance pricing trends
• Importance of implementing good loss control measures
• Insurability of various types of vehicles
• Insurance carrier availability in the New Jersey/New York region
In addition, attendees will have the ability to ask questions of the speakers.
The Zoom link will be sent to all registrants on January 25, the day prior to the presentation.
Visit lanj.org for more information.
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With the 2022 CD/NLA Show fast approaching, Chauffeur Driven and the National Limousine Association (NLA) are excited to announce the return of our Driven By Excellence Awards, which will be presented on Tuesday, March 29 at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel in conjunction with the Charity Dinner that benefits the Harold Berkman Memorial Fund.
Operators and industry professionals across the world have faced unprecedented challenges in the past two years and rose above many obstacles, while some found extraordinary ways to defy the odds. Reflecting the times, our 2022 awards categories showcase the best of our industry for their achievements in innovation, resilience, charity and community service, chauffeuring, and mentorship (more information below).
Did your company or team do exceptional things during COVID? Prove it! Your nomination is an opportunity to be recognized for those efforts, so click this link to tell us your powerful story. Operators of ALL sizes and locations are welcome to complete a nomination, and a multi-tiered committee of experts from within and outside the industry will judge the entries based on a pre-determined series of criteria. Nominations are open now and will be accepted through February 4, 2022.
Details about the categories:
Charity & Community Service: Within a tremendously benevolent and giving industry, this award recognizes an individual who truly goes above and beyond to support community and charitable efforts. This award is dedicated to those who offer their time and energy to philanthropic activities, not just their donations.
Resilience: During one of the most challenging periods of our lifetime, operators across the globe had to regularly adapt and persevere when uncertainty was the only constant. This award recognizes those company leaders who dug deep, found solutions, and thrived in the face of unprecedented challenges.
Innovation: Almost anyone can be a great business leader with a successful operation, but the truly exceptional trailblazers write the playbook rather than follow it. This award highlights those who have transformed their business or the industry for the better with their visionary ideas or procedures, often becoming a model for others to emulate.
Chauffeur of the Year: Does your company have an all-star chauffeur who consistently goes above and beyond for your clients and your business, or serves as a mentor for the rest of your chauffeur team? Highlight their contributions by nominating them for Chauffeur of the Year.
Industry Mentor: Working with competitors—whether it’s to share vehicles, staff, or business advice—has been a hallmark of this uniquely collaborative industry, exemplifying that a rising tide really does lifts all boats. This award is designed to recognize those who have consistently supported, encouraged, or offered guidance to other operators for the advancement of the industry.
From safety to customer service to leadership, these annual awards aim to recognize the best of the best in the chauffeured ground transportation industry. Don’t miss your chance to be among the second award-winning line-up. Don’t forget: submit your nomination by February 4, 2022.
If you haven’t registered for the show, now is the time. Our exclusive Early Bird Rate is in effect that lets you save $70 dollars (NLA members can save a whopping $100). What’s more, we have a room block at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel for $159/night. This block will fill up, so book your room today.
Visit cdnlavegas.com for more information.
[01.12.22]
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A quick rundown on the top news of the week of January 10, 2022
Air Travel Woes Continue: Less than two weeks into the new year, the flight delays and cancellations that plagued the holiday travel season are still riling travelers who are COVID-weary as fast-moving Omicron impacts airline staff and airport ground crew. More than 55,000 flights were canceled worldwide during the week between Christmas a New Years alone, one of the biggest travel times of the year, thanks to COVID and wicked weather that impacted much of the US. According to FlightAware, more than 5,000 flights were canceled this past weekend alone, and numerous airlines have announced reduced routes throughout the rest of the month. JetBlue and Southwest Airlines are among the hardest hit, although United Airlines announced this week that 3,000 of its employees (about 5 percent of its workforce) had tested positive for the virus. Alaska Airlines slashed nearly 10 percent of its flights for the month. In other words: Patience, grasshopper. It’s going to be a bumpy ride for a while.
New Mandates: Still traveling? New Orleans just announced that masks are required in all indoor establishments except private residences starting this morning (1.12.22) at 6 a.m. and through further notice. Going to a bar or restaurant in Philly? Make sure you bring your mask AND vaccination proof. Chicago’s proof of vaccination for indoor spaces started on Jan. 3, and starting Jan. 15, you’ll need similar proof in Boston and at least one dose of the vaccine in Washington, D.C. (but must be fully vaccinated by February 15).
OSHA Mandate Pending Before Supreme Court: Remember that vaccination mandate for businesses with 100+ employees that the Biden administration announced would be handled through OSHA? The rule was expected to go into effect starting January 10 but is currently being weighed in the US Supreme Court. Many against the mandate, including this op-ed in the Wall Street Journal, remark that it’s essentially toothless due to the number of breakthrough Omicron cases in the vaccinated offers little protection against spread. But proponents (example) note that the country won’t achieve a significant threshold of vaccination without a mandate. Passion is strong on both sides as we await a decision.
The Numbers: Inflation was up 7 percent in December over the past year, the highest rate since the second year of the Reagan administration (that’s 1982). Unemployment fell to 3.9 percent but employers only added 199,000 jobs in December, which was about 50,000 fewer than the previous month but was also among the lowest months in an otherwise strong year. Jobs added were mostly in the hospitality and restaurant industries.
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