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EmpireCLS’ David Seelinger Honored by Ernst & Young

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EmpireCLS WorldwideEmpireCLS Chairman & CEO David Seelinger

EmpireCLS Worldwide Chauffeured Services recently announced that Chairman & CEO David Seelinger was the recipient of the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year New Jersey Award. Seelinger—an industry veteran and trailblazer—joins more than 11,000 entrepreneurs who have been honored since the inception of the awards in 1986.

According to the EY website, this recognition honors entrepreneurs who demonstrate innovation, resilience, and a commitment to building exceptional organizations.

EmpireCLS WorldwideThe 2026 EY Entrepreneur Of The Year New Jersey Award recipients

In the company announcement, it was noted that Seelinger’s leadership, strategic vision, and unwavering dedication to excellence have been instrumental in shaping EmpireCLS into the global leader it is today. He has led the 45-year-old company for more than four decades with a relentless focus on exceptional service, investment in people, innovation, and the highest standards across every part of the business. EmpireCLS is a long-trusted name in chauffeured transportation and the larger hospitality industry, serving Fortune 500 companies, five-star hotels, entertainment leaders, and discerning travelers around the world.

“This honor truly belongs to all of us. Every win, every innovation, and every client experience we deliver is the result of your hard work, professionalism, and commitment to our shared standards of excellence. I am incredibly proud of this team and excited for everything we will continue to accomplish together,” Seelinger said in the company’s press release.

The full press release is available here.

Visit empirecls.com for more information.

Photos courtesy of EmpireCLS. 

[06.30.26]

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