L to R: CTANJ Executive Director Patty Nelson, President Mike Rose of My Limousine Service, and Treasurer Barry Trabb of Complete Fleet Livery Sales
The Chauffeured Transportation Association of New Jersey (CTANJ) held a golf tournament fundraiser on Monday, September 15. Attracting 69 golfers to the Basking Ridge Country Club, it was the organization’s first major golf outing since 2019. Chauffeur Driven President Chris Weiss was a participant, and the magazine was proud to serve as a Bronze Sponsor of the event. The association thanks all the day’s sponsors, including Platinum Sponsor EmpireCLS Worldwide.
L to R: MLA Vice President Ray Gavino of Translogic Executive, CD President Chris Weiss, and MLA Treasurer Quentin Bassey of RSTQ Transportation
CD Columnist Phil Shetsen of Bona Vita Benefits
With a shotgun start at noon, golfers of all skill levels took to the beautiful greens at Basking Ridge. In addition to CTANJ members and their guests from the tri-state area, the afternoon attracted board members from the Maryland Livery Association as well. The competition was fierce throughout the day, with awards being given to lowest score, furthest drive, nearest pin, and more. On hole #3, participants were able to take part in a beat-the-pro contest, in which golfers could play against LPGA Tour Member Kyla Basso. Furthermore, a hole-in-one contest was sponsored by Benzel Busch Motor Car Corp. and Complete Fleet Livery Sales.
“Most Honest Golfers” (L to R): Tim Tighe. Brandon Coolbaugh, Jason Messinger of BBZ Limousine, and Eric Coolbaugh of Advantage Remarketing Solutions
PGA Tour Member Kyla Basso
After the tournament, a dinner was held sponsored by Fleetwood Worldwide, and awards were distributed.
- Lowest score: Ben Cook, Chris Weiss of Chauffeur Driven, Steven O’Shea of Lancer Insurance, and Dennis Ryan
- 2nd Place: Mike Basso of Leros Transportation Group, Greg Fox, Brian Carney, and Jason Wauro
- Most honest golfers: Eric and Brandon Coolbaugh of Advantage Remarketing, Jason Messinger from BBZ Limousine & Livery Service, and Tim Tighe
- Closest to the pin: Steven O’Shea of Lancer Insurance
- Longest drive: Bob Johnstone.
The Winning Foursome (L to R): Steven O’Shea of Lancer Insurance, Ben Cook, Dennis Ryan, Mike Rose, and Chris Weiss
Mike Basso of Leros Transportation Group (left) with Mike Rose
“We had a terrific turnout and wonderful weather for the event,” says CTANJ President Mike Rose of My Limousine Service. “Thanks to our attendees as well as sponsors and golf committee for their hard work. We look forward to doing it again next year.”
CTANJ’s next event is their autumn member luncheon, held October 7 at the Sheraton Parsippany.
Visit ctanj.org for more information.
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