After calling for nominees for several of the association’s open board seats, National Limousine Association (NLA) President Brett Barenholtz of Above All/Boston Car/ETS/Maine Limousine announced in an email sent September 26 that the results are in. The winners of the election will serve for the 2025-2028 term.
The newly announced candidates are:
NLA President Brett Barenholtz
- At-Large (one open seat): Jamisha Ascue-Breland of Amaren Transportation & Management, Maurice Brewster of Mosaic Global Transportation, Larry Janowitz of Larry’s Private Car, Jason Kaplan of The Driver Provider, Tom Sturdivant of Sedans on Demand, and Scott Woodruff of Majestic Limo & Coach
- Central (one open seat): Karl Guenther of Statement Limousine
- Northeast (one open seat): Joe Gulino of Gem Worldwide Ground Transportation and Shariff McMichael of Dav El/BostonCoach
- West (one open seat): Moe Bouayad of Crown Worldwide Transportation and Kevin Illingworth of Classique Worldwide Transportation
- International (one open seat): Karim Maachi of Cardel Global
- Canadian (one open seat): Kyara Kahakauwila of L.A. Limousines
The election is scheduled to open on Monday, November 4 and close Wednesday, November 6. Barenholtz said that the schedule is subject to change and more information will be sent to all eligible voters in the coming weeks.
In other news, the NLA is pleased to announce it has awarded a record $100,000 in funding through its Association Grant Program. This initiative directly supports its member associations and assists the funding of vital projects and programs that align with the Association's goals and values.
“The NLA is fortunate to be able to allocate funding for this important program,” said Barenholtz. “Each of the last three years we have increased the program budget, and I hope we can give back even more to our member associations next year. The Grant Program is part of the NLA’s ongoing commitment to supporting its members and member associations in any way we can.”
This year, the NLA received a record 15 applications from members showcasing a wide range of impactful projects and initiatives from coast to coast. This was up from eight applications last year which the association says shows the industry, and the member associations, are thriving, growing, and active.
“By providing grant funding to our local, state, and regional association members, the NLA is able to directly support their projects and initiatives,” stated NLA Executive Director Kyle Hammerschmidt. “These grants allow them to grow their membership, increase value, host events, educate their members, and tackle important issues."
The NLA will be presenting a check at the CD/NLA Fall Show during its NLA Presents: Association Update and 2024 Election Preview at the Fall Show on Monday, October 14, at 11:00 a.m. at the Gaylord National. All leaders of grant recipients are invited to attend and take part in the photo opp.
"We can’t thank the NLA enough for these grant funds. This support empowers Ohio Chauffeured Transportation Association (OCTA) to continue to grow and make to make a meaningful impact in Ohio and pursue our mission,” said OCTA President Karl Guenther of Statement Limousine. “We are focused on expanding our membership across the state by providing tangible value and strategically addressing the ongoing issues at CLE. These grant funds allow us to do just that.”
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