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NEMA Motorcoach Professional Award recipients
On September 18, the Greater Northeast Motorcoach Association (GNEMA) honored seven “standout” employees in the industry with the 2024 Motorcoach Professional Awards at their annual meeting at Resorts Casino in Atlantic City, N.J. Held from September 17-19, the GNEMA Fall Meeting offers safety workshops for bus drivers, driver excellence award programs, inspection workshops, scholarship program, and industry professional awards
GNEMA scholarship winner Elisabeth Cancelliere
The Motorcoach Professional Awards presentation is a way for association members and companies to recognize employees in front of fellow members, industry leaders, peers, and friends. The seven honorees were nominated by their company, and the recipients received a plaque from the association, a cash prize plus overnight stays from both Resorts Casino Hotel and Caesars Entertainment.
Below are this year’s honorees:
- Dennis Lyons of DATTCO
- Danny Serff of Klein Transportation
- Bob Roth of Lakeland Bus
- Rohan Actable of Panorama Tours
- Ryan Anderson of Starr Charter & Tours
- Lloyd Kearney of Stout’s Transportation
- Maureen Stewart of Werner Bus Lines
GNEMA scholarship winner George Roggiero
Also at the meeting, the GNEMA announced the winners of the 6th Annual Scholarship Awards for 2024. The program was developed to promote higher education goals of our members, and their families, whether it be to pursue a college degree or a trade certification. The Scholarship Program is funded by fundraising efforts. This year, GNEMA held their Annual Golf Outing on September 17 to benefit the program.
The winners for 2024 are Elisabeth Cancelliere, nominated by operator member Trans-Bridge Lines, and George Roggiero, nominated by allied supplier member Sprague Operating Resources. Each received a check in the amount of $1,500 and a plaque.
Those eligible to apply for scholarships are full-time employees or the dependent children of full-time employees of Operator Member companies. Also eligible are the employees of Allied Members companies or the dependent children of the Allied Member companies.
Visit gnema.org for more information.
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The Carolina Limousine & Coach facility
Carolina Limousine & Coach (CLC Worldwide), based in Myrtle Beach, S.C., recently announced that they ranked #882 on the 2024 Inc. 5000 list, a prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private companies.
The list, compiled annually by Inc. magazine and includes companies from every state and Puerto Rico, celebrates dynamic growth in America’s private sector. According to a press release from the company, Carolina Limousine & Coach achieved a 569% 3-year growth.
“It’s a surreal accomplishment, starting as a one-vehicle operator, that we have been able to achieve this level of success exemplified by our tremendous growth in a very short time. It is truly a testament to every employee that has dedicated their hard work, effort, and skill to Carolina Limousine and Coach’s success. Without the CLC team, and the clients that have supported CLC throughout the years, we could not have achieved this recognition,” says CEO Joe Reinhardt.
The Inc. 5000 list ranks companies based on their revenue growth over the past three years. Carolina Limousine & Coach’s ranking at #882 is a result of offering clients a diversified selection of the newest, cleanest, and safest transportation in the Southeast. Established in 2007, the company now offers transportation services ranging from airport pickups to multi-day reservations in 56-passenger motor coaches. CLC chauffeurs go through industry-leading customer service training and are required to pass background checks and mandatory drug testing to ensure top safety while operating the newest ground transportation vehicles in the industry. They recently opened a brand-new, state-of-the-art facility in Myrtle Beach in April 2024, and plan on continuing to grow.
Visit carolinalimo.com for more information.
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After calling for nominees for several of the association’s open board seats, National Limousine Association (NLA) President Brett Barenholtz of Above All/Boston Car/ETS/Maine Limousine announced in an email sent September 26 that the results are in. The winners of the election will serve for the 2025-2028 term.
The newly announced candidates are:
NLA President Brett Barenholtz
- At-Large (one open seat): Jamisha Ascue-Breland of Amaren Transportation & Management, Maurice Brewster of Mosaic Global Transportation, Larry Janowitz of Larry’s Private Car, Jason Kaplan of The Driver Provider, Tom Sturdivant of Sedans on Demand, and Scott Woodruff of Majestic Limo & Coach
- Central (one open seat): Karl Guenther of Statement Limousine
- Northeast (one open seat): Joe Gulino of Gem Worldwide Ground Transportation and Shariff McMichael of Dav El/BostonCoach
- West (one open seat): Moe Bouayad of Crown Worldwide Transportation and Kevin Illingworth of Classique Worldwide Transportation
- International (one open seat): Karim Maachi of Cardel Global
- Canadian (one open seat): Kyara Kahakauwila of L.A. Limousines
The election is scheduled to open on Monday, November 4 and close Wednesday, November 6. Barenholtz said that the schedule is subject to change and more information will be sent to all eligible voters in the coming weeks.
In other news, the NLA is pleased to announce it has awarded a record $100,000 in funding through its Association Grant Program. This initiative directly supports its member associations and assists the funding of vital projects and programs that align with the Association's goals and values.
“The NLA is fortunate to be able to allocate funding for this important program,” said Barenholtz. “Each of the last three years we have increased the program budget, and I hope we can give back even more to our member associations next year. The Grant Program is part of the NLA’s ongoing commitment to supporting its members and member associations in any way we can.”
This year, the NLA received a record 15 applications from members showcasing a wide range of impactful projects and initiatives from coast to coast. This was up from eight applications last year which the association says shows the industry, and the member associations, are thriving, growing, and active.
“By providing grant funding to our local, state, and regional association members, the NLA is able to directly support their projects and initiatives,” stated NLA Executive Director Kyle Hammerschmidt. “These grants allow them to grow their membership, increase value, host events, educate their members, and tackle important issues."
The NLA will be presenting a check at the CD/NLA Fall Show during its NLA Presents: Association Update and 2024 Election Preview at the Fall Show on Monday, October 14, at 11:00 a.m. at the Gaylord National. All leaders of grant recipients are invited to attend and take part in the photo op.
"We can’t thank the NLA enough for these grant funds. This support empowers Ohio Chauffeured Transportation Association (OCTA) to continue to grow and make to make a meaningful impact in Ohio and pursue our mission,” said OCTA President Karl Guenther of Statement Limousine. “We are focused on expanding our membership across the state by providing tangible value and strategically addressing the ongoing issues at CLE. These grant funds allow us to do just that.”
Visit limo.org for more information.
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