Chauffeur Driven (CD) and the National Limousine Association (NLA) are very excited to return to the Dallas area for our incredible fall show on October 25-28. Once again, we’re thrilled to be at the beautiful all-under-one-roof environment of the Gaylord Texan, and based on the feedback we’re receiving, you are too. Our exclusive hotel block is almost full, so we strongly encourage you to secure your accommodations today! Simply click here to book your reservations. Please note that Saturday night is sold out, so if you’re coming in early, reach out to Show Director Jess Pavlow at
The CD/NLA Show Education Committee is also pleased to bring you the best and most on-point education from experts both in and out of the industry. Over the course of our fall show, we have 11 sessions and roundtables designed to give operators of all sizes and markets pertinent and valuable ROI. This year, we’re especially pleased to present more outside presenters than ever before. Special thanks to our Education Sponsors Premier Transportation and the Hoffmann Family of Companies—not to mention Coffee Sponsor Buffalo Limousine—for their part in bringing you the event of the season.
John Formica
Brenda Meller
Ryan Bakke
As for our experts, look no further than our opening session on Sunday at 11:30 a.m. We’re welcoming back Customer Experience Coach John Formica for Secrets to Attract More Customers, Build Loyalty, and Have an Abundance of Referrals Today, a presentation on how to better connect with clients and make your trips more memorable. Then at 1:00 p.m., we have an interactive session from Brenda Meller of Meller Marketing. In How to Get a Bigger Slice of the LinkedIn PIE, you’ll learn how to build your personal brand online and help to generate more awareness and leads for your business. Feel free to bring your laptop or follow along on the LinkedIn app on your phone or tablet. Also at 1:00 p.m., you can get the lowdown on 2025’s biggest news item—the Big, Beautiful Bill. Join Ryan Bakke of Tax Strategy 365 for a session that will cut through the legal jargon and spotlight what really matters: payroll, tips, credits, and new opportunities that could put more money back in your organization.
Valerie Levay
Mike Zappone
On Monday morning at 9:30 a.m., we have a pair of sessions that offer immediate, practical tools. In Marketing Techniques That Deliver Results, Valerie Levay of Pegasus Business Development will offer tips and “knowledge nuggets” designed to help you strengthen your social media presence, enhance brand visibility, and boost results without breaking the bank. Geared toward operators of all sizes, attendees will walk away with clear, ready-to-implement ideas they can put into practice immediately across all your campaigns. Meanwhile, Certified ProfitWorks Coach & Professional EOS Implementer Mike Zappone offers his expertise on Finding and Fixing Profit Leaks. In this interactive workshop, you’ll discover a simple, proven way to align and incentivize your team to drive profits. You’ll learn how to spot hidden leaks, focus on the numbers that matter, and walk away with practical tools to make your business more predictable and profitable.
Paul Atchley
Bill Faeth
On Tuesday morning at 8:30 a.m., noted Behavioral Psychologist Paul Atchley, Ph.D., will present a timely session entitled Cognitive Overload: The Hidden Dangers of Phone Use While Driving. Atchley will pull back the curtain on the science of distracted driving, showing exactly how our electronic devices impair the brain and lead to crashes. You’ll leave with a fresh perspective and practical advice to help eliminate phone-related risks in your own life and within your organization. And then at 10:00 a.m., we’re pleased to welcome back an old friend to the CD/NLA Show. Former operator and founder of Limo University Bill Faeth returns to our event for Sales on Cruise Control: Automate, Systemize & Scale Your Business. He’ll walk participants through the step-by-step processes of creating a scalable sales system, including automated nurture sequences (email campaigns, voice drops, text messaging), integrating AI chatbots for 24/7 customer engagement, implementing video sales content with AI avatars, and developing procedures that work even if you don't have a dedicated sales team. You'll walk away with a full framework for a ready-to-run system that generates leads, nurtures relationships, and converts customers.
Stay tuned for an overview of our amazing sessions from our inside-the-industry masterminds. As always, you can head to the show website for a full show schedule and registration information.
Visit cdnlashow.com for more information.
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