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Naples, Fla.-based Hoffmann Family of Cos. announced it has acquired Pure Luxury Transportation in Sonoma County, California, adding to its collection of companies in the transportation industry.
Pure Luxury Transportation was founded in 1991 by President Gary Buffo, who ran the company with CEO Jennifer Buffo. The company is based in Northern California and serves the Napa, Sonoma, San Francisco, and Northern Bay areas, with a fleet of more than 70 vehicles, from sedans and SUVs to school buses and limousines.
"Their reputation for excellence aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering exceptional service across all our business ventures," said Tamir Rankow, director of the Hoffmann Family of Cos., in a statement.
In 2023, Pure Luxury was named one of the 10 best wine tour companies by USA Today readers. In 2022, it earned The Press Democrat's Best of Sonoma County Readers' Choice Award in the limousine/transportation category.
The Hoffmann Family of Cos.'s portfolio is diverse across numerous industries, but its footprint within transportation includes Naples Transportation & Tours and Palm Beach Tours & Transportation, both based in Florida.
According to the Hoffmann website, their strategy is to acquire "good businesses or good properties, with really good people behind them—all with the potential and drive to be better."
The transaction was facilitated by Ken Lucci of Driving Transactions.
Visit pureluxury.com for more information.
[05.07.24]
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We’re just three and a half weeks away from the CD/NLA Executive Retreat in fabulous Miami from June 2-5, and we couldn’t be more excited. We’re pleased to announce that, to date, we have 150 of the best operators joining us, making our available slots three-quarters filled. If you’ve been on the fence about joining the industry networking and education event of the spring, now’s the time to register. Just head on over to cdnlaexecutiveretreat.com to sign up today.
“This event really brings the opportunity to build closer relationships. The CD/NLA Executive Retreat’s format has a good balance of lectures and leisure time and activities,” says Jaime Gonzalez-Valdes of American Transportation & Limo Services.
In addition to the unique and intimate networking opportunities you’ll receive from the event, we’re especially proud of the one-of-a-kind educational sessions presented over Monday and Tuesday. What makes the retreat different from our Fall and Vegas shows is the in-depth—and highly interactive—aspect of our educational content, thanks to our smaller class sizes and cohesive sessions.
“The CD/NLA Executive Retreat is different than the CD/NLA Show. It was more down-to-earth and easier to meet like-minded folks. The informal environment presents more opportunities to focus on sessions and meeting people and sharing business experience,” says Gary Arrington of Virginia Premium Transportation Services
Problems… All business owners face them, and many folks are kept up at night by issues they’re dealing with in the office each day. Whether you’re handling HR incidents, finding reliable staff, delegating responsibilities, or vetting affiliates, know you’re not alone. The plan for Tuesday’s Bring It! Problem-Solving Interactive Roundtables is simple. Come with a professional dilemma or challenge and walk away with a solution courtesy of your industry peers. You’ll be seated at a table with some of the smartest and forward-thinking operators the industry has to offer, and you’ll gain insight and wisdom from the experiences of your colleagues and our moderators. Be prepared to share, brainstorm, and discuss during this inventive and engaging session that will offer immediate and valuable takeaway.
“The roundtable activity was, by far, the best! It opens the dialogue and connects with operators you know on a higher level. I definitely got so many great ideas and takeaways from the roundtable and made some great connections. Amazing event,” says Lore Swartzendruber of Xquisite Limo.
Remember, there’s limited space available. Complete your registration and book your room at the Fontainebleau today.
Visit cdnlaexecutiveretreat.com for more information.
[05.07.24]
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Premiere Transportation, headquartered in Albany, N.Y., has opened its second location in Syracuse. Since 1990, the company has grown from a seven-vehicle operation to a fleet of 65 vehicles that include sedans, SUVs, vans, limousines, and motorcoaches. Additionally, Premiere provides ambulette vehicles for its sister company, SafeCare Mobility.
Premiere Transportation President & CEO David Brown
“We’ve identified a need for transportation in this area,” says President & CEO David Brown. “With the help of our worldwide network and industry partners, they have often communicated to us that there is deficit in qualified private chauffeured transportation in Central N.Y.”
“There are a lot of opportunities for aggressive growth spanning all market segments,” adds Brown.
As of April 1, Premiere expanded its fleet by six vehicles specifically for the new Syracuse location. According to the announcement, the new office is located just five minutes from Syracuse Airport, and offers sedans, SUVs, executive vans, and motorcoaches up to 56 passengers with notice.
Visit ridepremiere.com for more information.
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