L to R: Tamir Rankow, Tim Rose, David Hoffmann, and Randy Smith
The Hoffmann Family of Companies proudly announces the acquisition of Dolphin Transportation Specialists, a leading transportation provider with a fleet of over 165 vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, vans, Mercedes Sprinters, minibuses, and motorcoaches.
Dolphin Transportation, founded by Francis Papps and Tim Rose, operates out of Naples, Fla., with additional locations in Miami, Tampa/Sarasota, Fort Myers, and Marco Island. Rose, a respected industry veteran, will continue to lead Dolphin as president and will also assume the role of president of Hoffmann Transportation Enterprises. In his expanded role, Rose will collaborate with Tamir Rankow and Randy Smith, directors of the Hoffmann Family of Companies, to drive future acquisitions and enhance customer service offerings across the transportation portfolio.
“Dolphin Transportation began in 1994 on Nantucket Island, Mass., and has grown into one of the largest operators in the country,” said Rose. “Joining forces with the Hoffmann Family of Companies represents an exciting chapter for our team. We look forward to leveraging their expertise and resources to elevate the luxury transportation experience for our valued clients.”
Rose currently serves on the National Limousine Association, Florida Limousine Association, and the Chauffeured Transportation Association of New Jersey (formerly the Limousine Association of New Jersey) boards, and previously served as president of CTANJ for many years.
Dolphin Transportation specializes in premium transportation and coordination services for large events, groups, and corporate clients nationwide. The company has expanded its reach through strategic acquisitions, including SRQ Transportation in Sarasota in 2020 and Key Transportation in Miami in 2021.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dolphin Transportation Specialists into the Hoffmann family,” said Smith. “Their reputation for excellence aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering exceptional service across all our business ventures.”
With this acquisition, the Hoffmann Family of Companies solidifies its position among the largest private owner-operators of a black car vehicle fleet in the United States, offering comprehensive services across major cities, including Dallas; Miami, Tampa, Naples, Fort Myers, Sarasota, and Marco Island; Napa and Sonoma Valley; San Francisco; St. Louis; Augusta; Missouri; and Aspen, Colo.
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