Miami is calling… and Chauffeur Driven and the National Limousine Association are ready to answer. We’re thrilled to return to the fab Fontainebleau this June 14-17 for our incredible 2026 Executive Retreat, and we are especially excited to have you join us for this one-of-a-kind escape where big ideas, bold conversations, and a little South Florida magic come together for an unforgettable experience.
Since we launched our first Retreat in 2015, operators of all sizes have raved about the event, which blends concentrated, high-level education with tight-knit networking among no more than 200 participants. This isn't just another industry gathering. It’s a genuine strategic recharge designed to help business leaders recalibrate, expand your global network, and return to the office with a clear roadmap and fresh ideas for the future. Plus, it’s an all-inclusive experience—food, drink, and entertainment included, which alone is worth the price of admission.
“Just returned from the CD/NLA Executive Retreat in Miami. What a fantastic few days of education, roundtables and networking! Once again, kudos to the entire Chauffeur Driven and National Limousine Association teams, including all of the committees who dedicated countless hours in the execution of the program!” says Mike Rose of My Limousine Service.
Registration for the Executive Retreat is now open, and you can take part for just $999. This amazing offer includes open-bar dinner receptions on Sunday and Monday, two days of educational sessions, two breakfasts, and two lunches. Simply click here to take advantage today. We’ve also secured a room block at the Fontainebleau for an unbelievable rate of just $289 a night—a steal for a property that regularly sells rooms for more than $600! To reserve your stay, just click here.
Where our Executive Retreat really shines—and differs from our fall and Vegas shows—is the concentrated education and exclusivity of the three-day event. We cap attendance at 200 operators, and that’s by design to foster smaller groups, better conversations, and real access. You won’t get lost in the crowd, and you won’t leave without making or reaffirming meaningful connections. You’ll interact during workshops and break bread together at meals, but when you’re ready for downtime, the pool, ocean, or city awaits. Our schedule is full but not packed to the point of exhaustion. Plus, it’s Miami. What’s not to love?
We craft our education differently at the Executive Retreat. Sessions are built for operators who are serious about scaling, and the lessons across our program deliver a deeper perspective—helping you build a flexible, practical framework you typically can’t get in a single one-hour course.
“The educational sessions were insightful and thought-provoking, providing valuable knowledge and skills to enhance our industry. And the networking events offered opportunities to connect with peers and forge meaningful relationships. This event was truly enlightening and beneficial for our organization,” says Zulfi Abbasi of American Executive Sedan Worldwide.
Victor Antonio
Monday’s focus is sales, whether you’re spearheading the effort yourself or managing a salesperson or team. Remember when we said to work on your business rather than in it? This is where things get real, with practical application instead of theory. It won’t be your typical sales seminar. There’s nothing mysterious about sales, but your technique and vision are what hold the ship together—and this session will help you strengthen both.
We’ve tapped globally recognized sales trainer Victor Antonio to lead Monday’s education. Beyond his 20-year track record as a top sales executive and author of 18 books, Antonio delivers on-point messaging with humor, clarity, and methods that are both fresh and time-tested. The two morning segments will focus heavily on sales mindset and processes, followed by hiring your first salesman or building a department so that your efforts are uniform across an ideal client profile.
Ken Lucci
With that groundwork laid, the afternoon is where things really get cooking … and interactive. These seminars will explore how to capitalize on leads already coming into the business and the critical role reservationists play in upselling. Finally, the day will conclude with strategies for overcoming objections and reducing buyer resistance. Expect role-playing and real-time feedback to make your sales approach stronger and more effective.
On Tuesday, the focus shifts to you, so get ready for a session that will push you out of your comfort zone while showcasing the power of shared insight and critical thinking. We worked with Ken Lucci of Driving Transactions to assemble this gamified experience exploring the three stages of business—from early growth mode (about 10-20 vehicles), to scaling operations (20-50 vehicles), to fully mature companies (50+ vehicles) where fine-tuning profitability, M&A, and even succession considerations are possible. Within each of these stages, attendees will tackle four core challenges—operations, financials, team culture and training, and fleet/service excellence—delivered through hands-on competitions that bring real-world business problems to life. Regardless of where you are with your business, you will benefit from this fun and inspiring exercise.
In the afternoon, AI is the name of the game for our final roundtable session. We’re constantly impressed by the resourcefulness of this industry, and while our AI-skilled moderators will help keep things moving, it’s you who might hold the key to helping a peer solve a challenge using these ever-evolving tools. Even if you’re already a proficient user of AI, you’ll find value here as the technology continues to develop at a rapid pace. In addition, industry software providers offer a growing range of solutions to today’s chauffeured transportation challenges, and this interactive workshop will open your eyes to new ways AI can simplify your workload and strengthen your operation.
Our evening events bring their own energy. We kick things off on Sunday with our exclusive opening party on the rooftop at Shiso, a popular Asian-fusion hotspot in the Wynwood neighborhood. The evening begins with some savory apps, open bar (including margaritas and mojitos), and live music. Then we’ll enjoy a wildly creative gastronomic experience, served family-style, that blends Japanese precision with wood-fired BBQ and Caribbean soul. It’s relaxed, social, and the kind of setting where networking happens naturally. Then on Monday night, we turn things up with a trip to Little Havana’s Calle Ocho—one of Miami’s most vibrant districts—for authentic and absolutely delicious Cuban cuisine at Old’s Havana. Expect us to pull out all the stops with a buffet-style meal, a live band, and a crowd that doesn’t need much encouragement to get up and dance. Once again, the open bar will offer regional specialty cocktails, including those popular margaritas and mojitos. We may even have salsa dancers and instructors on hand to help you join in.
If you’re looking to turn the retreat into a full getaway, consider extending your stay through Wednesday and joining us for an optional tour on a 50-foot catamaran through the sparkling blue Miami channel. The four-hour trip includes beer and seltzers, lunch, a DJ, and a stop at a sandbar for some off-the-boat fun. Space is limited to about 40ish passengers and will require an extra fee. And if you’re looking to share the vacation experience with a non-industry spouse or partner, we’ve got you! We’ve prepared a $649 pass that will allow them to take part in our non-educational events.
“The amazing cross-section of education and social engagement at the CD/NLA Executive Retreat never misses the mark and is consistently spot on. An outstanding team effort!” says Len Joseph of On The Town Limousines.
June will be here before you know it, so be sure to register ASAP to lock in our rates.
Visit cdnlaexecutiveretreat.com for more information.
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