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Gerrard Loyalty Club welcomes its first group of chauffeurs
Gerrard Chauffeur Drive is proud to introduce the Gerrard Loyalty Club, a prestigious new initiative recognizing the dedication and commitment of chauffeurs who have worked with the company for 12 years or more. This exclusive club is designed to honor the chauffeurs who have played a key role in upholding the Gerrard reputation for excellence in luxury transport. To celebrate their service, each member will receive a personalized certificate of recognition and be presented with a distinctive loyalty tie, a symbol of their valued membership and longstanding contribution.
Beyond recognition, Gerrard Loyalty Club members will also enjoy a range of additional benefits and financial rewards throughout the year, reflecting the company’s appreciation for their loyalty and professionalism.
“Our chauffeurs are the heart of our business, and many have been with us for well over a decade," said Gerrard CEO Martin Cox. “The Gerrard Loyalty Club is our way of expressing gratitude for their unwavering commitment, ensuring they feel valued as part of the Gerrard family.”
The inaugural presentation ceremony took place at Gerrard HQ where the first group of chauffeurs will be officially welcomed into the club.
Visit gerrardcars.co.uk for more information.
[03.18.25]
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The Transportation Alliance (TTA), an association dedicated to the private sector transportation industry, recently announced its support for the newly introduced Small Business Transportation Investment Act (H.R. 2143). The bill, which was introduced by Wyoming Congresswoman Carol Miller, would allow transportation operators to purchase used government vehicles at cost (instead of at auction) after a three-year pilot program.
TTA National President Dan Reid
“This legislation is a game-changer for small transportation businesses, such as those providing services such as NEMT taxi, on-demand, micro-transit, chauffer driven, and student transportation,” said TTA National President Dan Reid in a press release from the association. “By giving them the same opportunity to purchase fleet vehicles at cost, we are leveling the playing field and providing much-needed support to an industry that plays a vital role in connecting communities, creating jobs, and driving economic growth.”
The association says that the bill will have a profound impact on small business transportation companies, helping them remain operational, retain and create jobs, and continue providing critical mobility services to the public. Additionally, the initiative aligns with national environmental goals by promoting the transition to more fuel-efficient and environmentally friendly vehicle fleets.
Continuing progress of the bill can be found here.
In other news, the association’s Legislative Fly-In is scheduled to take place April 29-30 in the nation’s capital. Additional information, including registration information, is available here.
Visit thetransportationalliance.org for more information.
[03.17.25]
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The latest Meetings Industry PULSE Survey, co-produced by Cvent and Northstar Meetings Group, indicates that planners are sourcing plenty of new business for this year, although optimism is slightly down from the same period last year. Note that the survey was conducted in late January and early February 2025, prior to most official announcements by the Trump administration to enact tariffs.
Good news for the US as inbound meetings (for groups outside the US) have increased over last year (54% vs. 42%), while Europe, which slipped a bit over 2024 (65% in 2024), remains the top destination in 2025 (61%). Mexico rounds out the top three, which is up slightly over last year (43% in 2025 vs. 39%).
No surprise, higher costs of goods and services and budget constraints were the top two issues again this year. Several other issues—political, cultural, and social issues; cybersecurity; weather-related events; and duty of care/emergency response planning—while still lower on the list of pain points, have risen in concern in 2025.
Of the concerns when choosing a destination city: cost, quality of venues, and quality of accommodations lead the pack. Based on a scale of 1 to 5, with 1 being “not at all important” and 5 being “extremely important,” accessibility (via ground transportation) ranked at 3.72. Lowest on the list was sustainable practices at venues, coming in at 3.02.
Key highlights from the report’s executive summary:
- The active business pipeline rose slightly since last January: More than 70% of respondents are either actively booking or currently sourcing.
- The pace of year-over-year meetings volume growth has slowed, but it’s skill skewing “net positive.” 52% of planners report they will plan more meetings in 2025 than they did in 2024.
- The number of US inbound programs are up, while Europe remains the outbound destination of choice.
- All concerns have grown in importance among planners. While costs and budget constraints continue to rank as planners’ biggest concerns, political and social issues jumped in important year-over-year.
- When choosing a destination, cost and quality are the most important attributes.
The full report can be downloaded here.
[03.11.25]