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Kingz Transportation


Located in Howell, NJ, Kingz Transportation focuses on understanding what is important to their customers and satisfying their transportation needs with a "Customer First" mentality.

Contact:
Elvis Guillermo 732-788-8198 info@kingztrans.com

Thomas Preferred Transportation

Established in 2004, Thomas Preferred Transportation, located in Blackwood, NJ, currently specializes in party buses, shuttle buses and charter buses.

Contact:
Maurice Thomas 856-629-2553 thomaslimos@yahoo.com.
GNJMA New Silver Sponsors
Three GNJMA Members recently upgraded their membership to gain more become our newest Silver Sponsors!
Tires are just the beginning. Bridgestone offers sustainable solutions that have a positive impact on our communities, customers and the planet.

Busie is a holistic online platform that adds value to both charter bus operators and their customers through streamlining and bringing the quoting and booking process online.
TBN was created out of the need identified by operators that they were falling behind in the sales process to their travel industry peers.
GNJMA Asks Operators in District 9 Write to Rep. Pascrell Regarding CERTS Tax Fix
GNJMA asked operators in District 9 to contact Representative Bill Pascrell regarding the COVID relief grant under the Coronavirus Economic Relief for Transportation Services Act or CERTS Act, asking for assistance to amend the program by making it made tax-exempt in the first available legislative vehicle. Here is a copy of the letter sent by one of his constituents, Michelle from Panorama Tours. Thank you, Michelle! Read the letter.
Tom JeBran Speaks About the Challenges of Operating as Fuel Prices Continue To Rise
GNJMA Board of Director and President of Trans-Bridge Lines, Tom JeBran, says ridership is still down about 70% since the pandemic began. And now gas prices are soaring.

"In 2020, August to December, the average was about $1.32 pre-tax," JeBran said. "January of this year it was $2.70 and this week the average is $4.32." Read more...
ABC Companies Travels on Cross-Country Road Trip Aboard Electric Double Deck Motorcoach
GNJMA Platinum Sponsor, ABC Companies announced it has successfully completed a cross-country road trip aboard the battery-electric Van Hool TDX25E Double Decker motorcoach – demonstrating the vehicle range and strength of battery technology to meet the needs of motorcoach customers. Read the press release.
New Executive Director for Casino Reinvestment
Development Authority
Gov. Phil Murphy announced the appointment of Sean M. Pattwell as Executive Director of GNJMA member, Casino Reinvestment Development Authority (CRDA). Pattwell was unanimously approved by the CRDA’s board of directors on March 15. Read more...
GNJMA Joint Spring Meeting Held
The Spring Association meeting was held jointly with GNJMA and Maryland Motorcoach Association (MMA) from March 14-15, 2022 at Wind Creek Bethlehem.

This meeting brought industry leaders together to improve business practices and gain new business avenues.  
  
On Monday, March 14th, participants took a FAM Tour of Bethlehem and the GNJMA Board of Director's meeting took place. In the evening, the GNJMA Sponsor Appreciation Dinner was held at Emeril's Chop House and then we capped off the evening with a joint association networking event hosted by Wind Creek Bethlehem. Thank you, Wind Creek!

Tuesday, March 15th, started with the TSA Security Workshop, followed by the Mini-Marketplace where operators met with members who are top industry service providers to learn about their products and services. At the joint lunch and meeting, the speakers facilitated ideas to help participants reinforce their company's vision and provided new perspectives. Important regulatory & legislative updates were also discussed. Thank you to our presenters!
Congratulations to the Spring Meeting Post-Survey Winners!
Thank you for attending our Spring events. We sent a post-event feedback survey, which is now closed. MeetAC provided two $25.00 Amazon gift cards to provide to two survey respondents. We randomly picked the names and the winners are Brad Decker from Busie and Rich Gilbert from Maryland Office of Tourism. Congratulations to you both and thank you to everyone who provided their feedback!
Upcoming Association Updates & Events
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Webinars
The GNJMA Safety & Risk Committee identified a need for education regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

We are happy to offer our members two online sessions with Peter Chandler, Team Leader of the Passenger Carrier Safety Division of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration facilitating.

The first webinar scheduled April 5, 2022 is geared toward dispatchers, operational staff, managers and owners. The second webinar scheduled April 12, 2022 is geared for drivers. Registration is now closed. If you want to participate, please send an email.
The Bus Network Offers Session on Data Management April 21
The Bus Network (TBN) is offering a demo on their solution to fellow GNJMA members. Their approach to data management is one of the things that sets them, and their products, apart. 

Date: Thursday, April 21, 2022
Time: 10:00 AM EST
Location: Virtual. A link to join the virtual demo will be emailed to you prior to the virtual demo date.
GNJMA Motorcoach Professional Award Rewards
The annual Motorcoach Professional Awards honors employees that demonstrate excellence and professionalism in the industry.  

This is a great way to honor those who are stand-outs at your company. Award recipients receive gifts, giveaways and recognition in front of their peers and friends. Nominations accepted through June 30, 2022. Nominate your best today!
GNJMA Scholarship Program Supports Education Goals
The Scholarship program was developed to promote higher education goals of our members, their employees and their families, whether it be to pursue a college degree or a trade certification.  The Scholarship Committee will accept applications through June 30, 2022.

Download a one-page document you can share with your employees. Get more information and apply.

We will present the scholarship awards at our Fall Association Annual Meeting.

Save the Date! We will be back at Resorts this September! Registration is opening Friday, April 1st!

Tuesday, September 27th:
  • Annual Golf Outing to benefit our Scholarship Program.
  • Venue, Blue Heron Pines Golf Club.
  • Registration 11AM, followed by BBQ lunch, Shotgun start 1PM, followed by 19th hole happy hour.

Wednesday, September 28th:
  • Association Annual Member Brunch/Lunch Meeting (with Awards)
  • Mini-Marketplace for Allied Suppliers
  • Board of Director's Meeting
  • Meet & Mingle Networking Evening Event

Thursday, September 29th:

Overnight Accommodations:
If you would like to book a hotel room, Resorts, our wonderful casino partner and host of the Fall Association Meeting, is offering a discounted hotel rate of $79 plus tax/fees for our event. Book online at https://bit.ly/3F6CxFH or call Resorts Reservations (609) 340-6760 and mention Group Code: VGNJM22
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