Can you believe that the 2025 CD/NLA Show in Dallas is just over a week away? If you haven’t yet registered for our October 25-28 extravaganza, have no fear—there’s still time. Just sidle on over to here to sign up and save some money over the onsite rate. While you’re at it, don’t forget to pick your mentor for the Operator Mentoring Program. Always one of our most popular events, tables are filling up quickly. Click here to select your mentor today.
Andy Hernandez
Maya Adrine
Mike Rose
CD and the NLA are especially proud of the educational programming we have planned for Dallas, which is coming to you courtesy of Education Sponsors Premier Transportation and the Hoffmann Family of Companies, while Coffee Sponsor Buffalo Limousine will keep you caffeinated. In last week’s e-news, we detailed our lineup of sessions that feature experts and speakers from outside the luxury transportation industry. But as you are undoubtedly aware, our space features some unbelievably talented and forward-thinking minds. We’re thrilled to offer sessions from some “home grown” experts—who learned by doing it in this industry—starting Sunday afternoon. At 2:30 p.m., join Moderator Andy Hernandez of CTA Worldwide and Speakers Maya Adrine of Avant Garde Limousines & Coach, Mike Rose of My Limousine Service, and Bill Wheeler of Black Tie Transportation for a presentation geared toward moving into the shuttle market. In Shuttle Operations 101: What You Need to Know, our panel will break down the essentials of corporate shuttle operations—from different service types and RFP strategies to pricing, insurance, and technology solutions. They’ll also offer real-world insights on fleet planning, chauffeur management, and what it takes to successfully launch and maintain profitable shuttle contracts.
Ayman Abusamak
Maria Priestley
Demetrio Lee
Then, on Monday morning at 8:15, you won’t want to miss The Owner’s Mindset: How to Stop Driving and Start Leading. Have you ever wondered what it takes to step out from behind the wheel and into true ownership? This session is designed to empower operators who are ready to grow from driver to leader. With Moderator Mike Rose, our panelists—Ayman Abusamak of Ambassador Transportation/A Step Above Limousine, Maria Priestly of Empress Elite Limousine, and Demetrio Lee of Elegance Limousines—will share real stories and practical advice on how they navigated the early challenges of entrepreneurship, secured clients, hired their first team members, and transitioned from being their company’s main chauffeur to becoming an authentic leader.
Scott Woodruff
Ted Hernandez
Joey Mills
On Tuesday, our classroom-style education concludes with our 10:00 a.m. session, Over-the-Road Work Isn’t Hourly—Learn the Difference. Moderator Scott Woodruff of Majestic Limo & Coach and Speakers Ted Hernandez of Premier Transportation/Hoffmann and Joey Mills of Olympus Car & Coach will dive into the unique challenges and best practices of over-the-road (OTR) bus work compared to traditional hourly charters. We’ll cover trip planning, driver scheduling, compliance requirements, vehicle prep, coordinating relief drivers, and advance research to ensure buses can access specific locations. Whether you’re new to OTR work or looking to fine-tune your operations, you’ll leave with practical tips to keep your trips efficient, compliant, and profitable.
“The CD/NLA Show is not only an incredible learning experience, but an invaluable professional networking opportunity. We walk away every time with a renewed spirit and focused heart to serve our clients at a higher level,” says Richard and Wanda Van Dyke of Ambassador City Chauffeurs.
And don’t forget, our complete schedule—whether it’s our enlightening education or nightlife networking—can be found on the show’s mobile app, once again courtesy of sponsor North Point Global Transportation Services. Just go to the app store and search for CD NLA Shows. Downloading is fast and free.
Visit cdnlashow.com for more information.
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