Golden Limousine International President & CEO Sean Duval has been awarded the 2024 Honorary Community Service Degree from Washtenaw Community College (WCC). This esteemed recognition celebrates Duval's support of WCC students and his extensive contributions to the regional community as a local business and community leader.
Golden Limousine International President & CEO Sean Duval
Duval is not only a successful entrepreneur running a thriving business, but he is also a dedicated philanthropist. His vision for Golden Limousine International extends far beyond business excellence. Having held numerous leadership positions within the Ann Arbor & Ypsilanti communities, including two years as chair of the Washtenaw Community College Foundation Board and currently serving as the board chairman of the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, he continues to provide engaged and innovative leadership for these and many other organizations and encourages others to do the same. His decades of community service also include significant contributions to Destination Ann Arbor, A2Y Regional Chamber, Ele's Place, Michigan Works!, among others.
The Golden Limo story began over 32 years ago when Duval set out to transform the chauffeured transportation industry locally. His goal was to set new standards in service and reliability and create a company deeply embedded in its community. Today, Golden Limousine International is a proud industry leader, recognized for its unwavering commitment to its core values: Service, Excellence, Reliability, Value, and Efficiency. They believe that by serving their community, they are contributing to its betterment while enhancing their own company culture and values.
During his address to the Spring 2024 WCC graduating class, Duval shared valuable insights from his journey as a business and community leader:
- Failure is inevitable and necessary: "Each of my setbacks has been a steppingstone, a necessary step to learn hard lessons, teaching me resilience, adaptability, and the importance of never giving up."
- If it is to be, it's up to we: "If we continue to foster a spirit of collaboration and mutual support, we can ensure that no one is left behind. It's up to WE. WE are the help we are looking for."
- Opportunity, not passion: "Find what you are good at, continuously hone your abilities, and be open to new possibilities. Success often comes at the intersection of skill and opportunity."
These words of wisdom encapsulate the essence of Duval's leadership and his commitment to making a difference.
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