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Mentors Announced for Fall CD/NLA Show in National Harbor

CD/NLA Fall Show 2026

CD/NLA Fall Show 2026

Chauffeur Driven and the National Limousine Association are thrilled about our return to National Harbor this October 25-27 for the CD/NLA Fall Show. And you can bet we’re equally excited to announce the roster for one of the CD/NLA Show’s most popular events, the Operator Mentoring Program.

Ever wish you could pick the brain of a successful and forward-thinking CEO? Good news: You can during this highly interactive session! Each group conversation is led by a Mentor—an expert industry veteran who has the chops and know-how to advise and inspire—but the topics are driven by you and your fellow group members. You can ask questions, get advice, and swap ideas and tips with the Mentor as well as your group. This is one of the most important events you can participate in if developing and strengthening your operation for the long haul are key parts of your big-picture plan. One of the core missions of any CD/NLA event is the exchange of knowledge, so who better to learn from than your peers?

CD/NLA Fall Show 2026

Mentors include:
Zulfi Abbasi of American Executive Transportation
Robert Alexander of RMA Worldwide
Brett Barenholtz of Above All Transportation/Maine Limousine
Mike Barreto of Metropolis Passenger Logistics
Carla Boccio of Buffalo Limousine
Maurice Brewster of Mosaic Global Transportation
Guillaume Connan of Chabe
Paula DeBiasi of Chicago CoachWorks
Athena Grimm of BAC Transportation
Joe Gulino of Gem Limousine Worldwide
Andy Hernandez of CTA Worldwide
Kevin Illingworth of Classique Worldwide
George Jacobs of Windy City Limousine & Bus
Hollis Johnson of Above & Beyond Limousine
Becky Laramee of All Points Limousine
Shariff McMichael of Dav El/Boston Coach
Michelle Miller of Elite Coach Transportation
Charlie Murray of Total Transportation
Jeff Nyikos of Leros Transportation Group
Mike Rose of My Limousine Service
Tim Rose of Hoffman Transportation Group
Douglas Schwartz of Executive Ground Transportation
Jason Sharenow of Broadway Elite Worldwide
Rick Versace of A1A Global Ground

The Operator Mentor Program, which will take place on Sunday, October 25 at 4:30 p.m., requires pre-registration. All slots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Register early for your best chance at picking your preferred Mentor, but note that the roster may be subject to change. In the event that your group is full, you will be accommodated and welcomed into another group.

If you haven’t already registered for the show or booked your stay at our host property, the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, don’t delay. You can click here to take advantage of our exclusive Early Bird registration rate.  The industry-favorite property—conveniently located minutes from Washington, D.C.—is offering a room block averaging $299 per night for all CD/NLA Show attendees. This is an unbelievable price for this luxurious all-under-one-roof venue. Visit here to secure your accommodations.

Visit cdnlashow.com for more information.

[07.07.26]

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