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PAX Training President James Blain (left) and New Director of Sales & Growth Adam Hall
PAX Training, a developer of customizable, on-demand training solutions for the passenger transportation industry, is proud to announce Adam Hall as its new director of sales & growth. With a distinguished career spanning over 13 years in the motorcoach industry, Hall brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of fostering growth and operational efficiency in every role he has held.
Before joining PAX Training, Hall made significant contributions at Bridgestone as field sales manager, where he played a key role in developing a new contract framework that enhanced customer service and operational efficiency. His approach to sales strategy and customer engagement has resulted in notable achievements, including developing customized customer intake processes and pricing structures that have markedly improved business operations and customer satisfaction. You can view his Linkedin page here.
In his new role at PAX Training, Hall will focus on expanding the company's reach within the passenger transportation industry, fostering membership growth, and exploring new industry verticals, underscoring PAX Training's commitment to innovation, excellence, and the continuous pursuit of growth.
PAX Training President James Blain expressed his enthusiasm for having Hall on the team.
“Adam has a proven track record of working with operators to help them run more effective businesses,” says Blain. “His innovative thinking and strategic approach to sales and growth make him the perfect person for this role. We couldn't be more excited to have him lead our sales and growth initiatives."
Hall shares his excitement about joining PAX Training: "I am thrilled to be a part of PAX Training, a company renowned for its commitment to safety and customer service. I look forward to leveraging my experience to expand our training offering and help our clients grow their businesses."
Visit paxtraining.com for more information.
[04.12.24]
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The Florida Limousine Association (FLA) has announced that Governor Ron DeSantis has signed House Bill 377—the “FLA Bill”—which ends years of burden that required operators to hold multiple permits to work throughout Florida. Going into effect on July 1, 2024, this new law dictates that “[a] person who holds license or permit issued by county or municipality to operate vehicle for hire may operate vehicle for hire in any other county or municipality without being subject to certain requirements or fees.”
FLA President Rick Versace of A1A Global
In addition to DeSantis, the FLA extends its thanks to sponsors and supporters of the Bill, including Representative David Borrero [R], Senator Nick DiCeglia [R], Senate President Kathleen Passidomo [R], Speaker of the House Paul Renner [R], and Commerce Committee Chair Bob Rommel [R].
FLA President Rick Versace of A1A Global has been championing this legislation for years.
“The simplification of the licensing criteria in the state of Florida is a tremendous victory for the limo industry in the state of Florida. It shows how vitally important it is for all of us to stick together because it’s the only way we could afford a lobbyist that can push through the changes our industry needs to survive and thrive,” says Versace.
Prior to the passing of HB 377, to work between counties, operators had to be licensed in each county where they wanted to operate. This created a complex and costly administrative burden, limiting business owners from transporting customers across various regions and hindering their overall business growth.
Now with full reciprocity, operators in the state of Florida will be free to operate seamlessly across all counties, eliminating the need for multiple licenses and reducing administrative costs significantly. This also allows them to expand their service area, reach new customers, and increase their revenue potential. Additionally, it promotes competition, leading to lower prices for customers and a more efficient market.
Visit floridalimousine.com for more information.
[04.09.24]
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The New England Livery Association (NELA) welcomed a sold-out crowd of 65 members and guests to Ken's Steak House in Framingham, Mass., on Tuesday, April 2, for their Spring Membership Meeting. Highlights of the meeting included guest speaker CD President Chris Weiss as well as a panel discussion about fleet electrification spearheaded by Tiffany Hinton of MOTEV.
John Bradley of Colonial Cadillac with the Cadillac LYRIQ electric sedan
The evening began with John Bradley from the night’s Platinum Sponsor, Colonial Cadillac in Woburn, Mass., spotlighting the Cadillac LYRIQ electric sedan. During the evening’s cocktail hour, meeting attendees had the opportunity to check it out first-hand and chat with Bradley about the vehicle. During dinner, NELA Executive Director Rick Szilagyi of Lexian Management welcomed the members, and introduced the evening’s sponsors, which included Gold Sponsor Grech Motors; Bronze Sponsors A&A Metro Transportation, Above All Transportation, Boston Chauffeur, Freedom Assets, Great Bay Limousine, Leros Point to Point, and Park Avenue Limousine; and Raffle Sponsors Anastasi Insurance, Center Insurance Agency, Chauffeur Driven, Pat’s Car Service and WIA Insurance.
CD President Chris Weiss, CD/NLA Executive Retreat pass winner Becky Laramee of All Points Limousine, and NELA/NLA President Brett Barenholtz of Above All/Boston Car
NELA President Brett Barenholtz of Above All/Boston Car, who was recently elected president of the National Limousine Association, was then invited to speak, providing updates of his two associations.
The NELA Board of Directors
Next, Weiss was given the podium. Introduced by Szilagyi as “the rock star of the industry,” Weiss talked about the success of March’s CD/NLA Show in Las Vegas and provided some information about the upcoming CD/NLA Executive Retreat in Miami. He highlighted the event’s Problem-Solving Interactive Roundtables, which will see peer experts on-hand to resolve a specific issue introduced by the operators. Weiss also took the time to compliment NELA as one of the preeminent associations in the industry.
L to R: Anna Vanderspek of Green Energy Consumers Alliance, Hugh Reese of National Grid, Tiffany Hinton of MOTEV, and Joel Barrera of Massport
Szilyagi then thanked board member Alicia Hayes of American Classic Limousine for positing the idea of a special session on devoted to EVs. He offered the historical parallel that the move from horse-drawn vehicles in the early 1900s was a gradual one until there was enough quality technology and infrastructure. Thus, horse-drawn vehicles were still on the streets 25 years after the first car was built, and well after the Model T and the assembly line came into existence. Then, Barenholtz introduced the EV panel members— Joel Barrera of Massport, Hinton, Hugh Reese of National Grid, and Anna Vanderspek of Green Energy Consumers Alliance—and led a lively conversation from the panel members covering topics like infrastructure, incentives on vehicles and charging stations, as well as questions from attendees. Hinton was particularly invaluable to the session, sharing all that she has learned electrifying MOTEV’s fleet.
Andrew Tighe of RMA Worldwide, Michael Callahan of Able Limousine, and Chris Weiss
Before the evening concluded, several items were raffled off, including a pass to the CD/NLA Executive Retreat, which was won by Becky Laramee of All Points Limousine.
The next NELA event is the association’s 21st Chauffeur Appreciation Day on June 6 in the Boston Logan Airport Limo Pool. Each year, NELA honors the “most important people of the industry” by holding a barbeque where chauffeurs can stop by for a free lunch in between runs for the day. Chefs include the NELA Board of Directors along with volunteers from the membership.
Visit nelivery.org for more information.