NELA’s Topgolf networking event attracted operators from throughout the region
On Tuesday, July 30, the New England Livery Association (NELA) held a networking event at the Topgolf in Canton, Mass., that attracted operators from across the region. The association occupied the third floor of the facility where friends old and new had dinner, discussed the industry, and swung a few clubs. This was the first time the NELA chose to host a networking event at such a venue.
NELA President Brett Barenholtz takes a swing
“Unlike our usual quarterly meetings, which feel like an extension of work, this was just more informal and more fun,” said NELA Treasurer Terry Murtaugh of United Private Car.
The event was the brainchild of NELA President (and current NLA President) Brett Barenholtz of Above All Transportation/Boston Car, while the plan was executed by Committee Members Alicia Hayes of American Classic Limousine, Brittni Kirk of All Points Limousine, NELA Past President Larry White of Above All/Maine Limousine, Keith Ali of Dav El/BostonCoach, Tina Benson of L.A. Limousine, and Jim King of Waverley Insurance.
L to R: Larry White of Above All Transportation/Maine Limousine Service, Katya Portnaya of Boston Carriage, Jim King of Waverly Insurance, Brittni Kirk of All Points Limousine, Terry Murtaugh of United Private Car, Alicia Hayes of American Classic Limousine, Rick Szilagyi of Lexian Management, Brett Barenholtz of Above All Transportation/Boston Car/ETS International/Maine Limousine Service, Pat Enxing of Pat’s Car Service, Tina Benson of L.A. Limousine, Andrew Tighe of RMA Worldwide, Denis Sema of Prestige Livery, Steve Crispo of Research Underwriters, and Keith Ali of Dav El/BostonCoach
In addition to several golf bays set up with conversational seating and a driving platform, the event’s layout included a dining room right next to the golf area, where dinner was served. NELA Executive Director Rick Szilagyi of Lexian Management introduced the new Board of Directors, and Barenholtz thanked event sponsors before giving brief NELA and NLA updates.
The 2025 NELA Board of Directors:
- President: Brett Barenholtz of Above All Transportation/Boston Car
- Vice President: Tina Benson of L.A. Limousine
- Treasurer: Terry Murtaugh of United Private Car
- Secretary: Brittni Kirk of All Points Limousine
- Past President: Larry White of Above All Transportation/Maine Limousine Service
- Executive Director: Rick Szilagyi of Lexian Management
- Operator Directors: Keith Ali of Dav El/BostonCoach, Alicia Hayes of American Classic Limousine, Andrew Tighe of RMA Worldwide, Charles Wisniewski of Teddy’s Transportation, Pat Enxing of Pat’s Car Service, Katya Portnaya of Boston Carriage, and Denis Sema of Prestige Livery
- Vendor Directors: Steve Crispo of Research Underwriters, Jim King of Waverly Insurance, and Jay Pearson of eBizCharge
- Advisory Directors: Richard Tessier of Great Bay Limousine, Tami Saccoccio of Commonwealth Worldwide, Chris Weiss of Chauffeur Driven, and Anthony Renzi of Drive The People
NELA President Brett Barenholtz of Above All Transportation/Boston Car/ETS International/Maine Limousine Service addresses the membership
The event’s Gold Sponsors were Above All Transportation, Grech Motors, Maine Limousine Service, and the Silver Sponsors were Complete Fleet, Freedom Assets, My Limousine Service, Park Avenue Limousine, and Pat’s Car Service. Waverley Insurance provided one of the raffle prizes, two Red Sox tickets.
To follow up the networking event, NELA held a webinar on Tuesday, August 13, to introduce the 2025 Board of Directors to those who couldn’t make the networking event and state their goals for the coming year. Topics discussed included increasing membership as well as expanding successful association events like the annual Golf Fundraiser and Chauffeur Appreciation Day.
Szilagyi stated that the Board of Directors continues to “strive and improve” while they are looking forward to a great 2025. He also informed the online attendees that they are currently updating the NELA website so it can be used as a resource for members and area operators.
Barenholtz then took the time to thank the Board of Directors for stepping up and taking action despite having busy schedules.
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