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DH2 Head of Flight Crew Business Development Robert Tschupp
Jamaica, N.Y. — DH2 Chauffeured Transportation is pleased to announce that Robert Tschupp as their new Head of Flight Crew Business Development. A veteran of the transportation and hospitality industries and president of Summit Advisory Associates, Tschupp will lead the company’s continued expansion into the Flight Crew and related Airline & Hospitality ground transportation contract markets in the New York market and nationally, effective immediately.
“I decided to bring Robert to our DH2 Team because I want to keep my pulse on the Flight Crew vertical, and Robert has an extraordinary track record of success in this sector,” says DH2 CEO Nancy Vargas. “This allows me to focus on other verticals while growing all segments of our business.”
Tschupp has more than 35 years of hands-on experience and most recently was national director flight crew and hospitality services with SuperShuttle/ExecuCar International. Prior to that, he served as vice president and general manager of Epic Mountain Express/Vail Resorts, where he had a significant impact on the business’s trajectory and performance. In addition to his experience in the transportation logistics industry, Tschupp has extensive experience in the urban hotel, mountain resort, property management, and travel industries.
“I am excited to have the opportunity to leverage my experience running and growing world-class transport companies and build out the service portfolio with the incredibly talented and service-focused team at DH2,” said Tschupp.
Visit dh2limo.com for more information.
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Newly installed TTA President Tom Arrighi during his acceptance speech
Las Vegas — In an action-packed three days in Bally’s Las Vegas, The Transportation Alliance elected its newest president, bestowed top awards on fleet executives, and hosted educational sessions, fun networking events, and an industry trade show at Mobilize 2019, the group’s annual convention and expo.
Tom Arrighi, President of A&A Metro Transportation of Bridgewater, Ma., was sworn in as the association’s 2019-2020 president. In his acceptance speech, Arrighi pledged to ensure that the association remains focused on diversification, expansion, and advocacy as an industry voice in Washington, D.C.
Attendees also celebrated several well-deserved honors recognizing industry leaders, including:
Executive of the Year Dave Gauer (left) with TTA’s Immediate Past President Terry O’Toole
• Lifetime Achievement Award: Mark Joseph, former CEO of Transdev North America
• Executive of the Year: Dave Gauer, CEO of VIP Taxi in Phoenix, AZ
• Honorary Directors: Jim Bell, former CEO of Diamond Taxicab Dispatch service, Toronto, Canada; and Geoffrey Riesel, former CEO of Radio Taxis Group, London, England
The 30,000 square foot trade show floor allowed fleet executives to peruse the latest industry equipment and services, from vehicles to software to insurance, and more.
On the educational side of the event, the show’s ever-popular Learning Labs did not disappoint. With three separate tracks of educational sessions—Innovation & Technology, Diversification & Market Trends, and Operational Execllence—attendees could choose among nine different discussions on topics including call center infrastructure, tactics for reducing fleet downtime, microtransit business opportunities, new business advice for the procurement of NEMT work, and more.
Past TTA President Dwight Kines (left) and President Tom Arrighi (right) with Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Mark Joseph (center)
As part of the convention, the association’s sister organization—the Taxicab, Limousine & Paratransit Foundation—unveiled two new driver recruiting and retention videos available for free to any member. The videos are now available on the association’s website in the Members Resource Center section.
The association now looks ahead to its next major event: it’s Spring Conference & Expo that will be held March 18-20 in Boston at the Westin Copley Place. More details will be coming soon.
Visit thetransportationalliance.org for more information.
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The NLA has awarded numerous member scholarships
Marlton, N.J. — The National Limousine Association (NLA) currently has two programs available to members to assist both in furthering their professional education and with fleet affordability.
The NLA Scholarship Program presents an unparalleled opportunity for newer operators, particularly those who have never attended an industry trade show before. The NLA is excited to offer this scholarship for the very first Chauffeur Driven/NLA Show, which will be February 23-26, 2020 at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino in Las Vegas.
Don't miss your chance to attend this exciting event full of unparalleled networking opportunities, world-class education, and a massive show floor by applying for the scholarship, which includes:
* One (1) Full Show Pass to the 2020 CD/NLA Show in February ($400)
* Three (3) paid nights at host hotel, Mandalay Bay ($575)
* One (1) year NLA membership if scholarship winner is not currently an NLA member ($450+)
* Networking and education to grow your business (Priceless!)
The application deadline is Thursday, December 12, and can be completed by visiting limo.org/page/ScholarshipProgram.
Ford/Lincoln is offering an NLA rebate on select vehicle purchases through November 30
Additionally, the Ford-Lincoln Limousine & Livery Vehicles rebate program that began October 7 is still running through November 30. Not only do members receive $1,000 off select vehicle purchases, but also Ford/Lincoln will rebate $500 back to the NLA. This is truly a win-win program.
Qualifying purchases include:
* 18/19MY Lincoln MKT Town Car
* 18/19MY Lincoln Navigator L
* 18/19MY Ford Expedition MAX
* 18/19MY Lincoln Continental
* 18/19MY Ford Transit
Visit limo.org for more information.
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