Driving Transactions
Saturday, April 27, 2024

ILLBA Board Nominations Now Open
ILLBA
The Illinois Limousine & Bus Association (ILLBA) is currently accepting applications for its upcoming election. There are five seats up for grabs for the ILLBA Board of Directors, including one vendor/supplier seat, and each is for a two-year term. The deadline for application submission is Friday, March 29 at 5:00 p.m. CT.

ILLBA bylaws stipulate the following criteria for nominees:

  • ILLBA member (operator or vendor) in good standing for two (2) consecutive years prior to election (for exception consideration, please contact Jim Jordan, Nominating Committee Chair)
  • Timely payment of dues prior to submission of the Slate of Candidates by the Nominating Committee
  • Terms are for two years

The next scheduled ILLBA meeting (online), Coffee With the ILLBA, is slated for April 16.

For additional information, email ILLBA Nominating Committee Chair Jim Jordan of Lux Tux Transportation at james@luxtux.com or visit illba.org.


NLA Accepting Applications for Day on the Hill Scholarship
NLA
The National Limousine Association (NLA) will host its annual Day on the Hill in Washington, D.C., this May 14-15, an event that connects the industry with their elected representatives to educate them on the issues and concerns facing chauffeured transportation. To further encourage participation from all walks of the industry, the association has once again launched its Scholarship Program, which covers the cost for first-time attendees. The deadline to apply is Thursday, March 28.

It includes:

  • Up to three (3) paid nights at the District Wharf to be booked and paid by the NLA (Hyatt House)
  • One (1) paid dinner at the Board/PAC Fundraiser Dinner on Tuesday, May 14 at La Vie in the District Wharf
  • One (1) paid dinner at the Day on the Hill Dinner on Wednesday, May 15 at Hank's Oyster Bar at the District Wharf
  • Building relationships with your representatives in Washington, D.C. on behalf of your business and the industry
  • Networking and education to grow your business

Criteria for applicants:

  • Be an NLA member! This program is for members only.
  • Own a chauffeured transportation company that has at least one (1) vehicle
  • Have the required local/state/federal licensing and proper insurance
  • Have never attended an NLA Day on the Hill previously
  • Have a passion for educating your elected representatives in Washington regarding the chauffeured transportation industry

More information about the scholarship is available at limo.org or click here to submit an application.

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