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Monday, March 7, 2016

Jeffrey M. Shanker Joins RMA Worldwide Chauffeured Transportation

<p>Industry veteran and former LANJ President, Jeff Shanker, left, poses with his new boss, Robert Alexander, president of RMA Worldwide Chauffeured Transportation, during opening day of the exhibition at the International LCT Show in Las Vegas, Monday, Feb 29.</p>

ROCKVILLE, Md.— Jeff Shanker has been named the new General Manager of RMA Worldwide Chauffeured Transportation. Shanker, who spent 14 years with A-1 Limousine, Princeton, N.J., currently as executive vice president, was also the President of the Limousine Association of New Jersey (LANJ) before resigning that post in March when he accepted the new position.

Robert Alexander, president of RMA Worldwide Chauffeured Transportation said “The move was at the right time for our growing company.  With Jeff’s vast knowledge of industry trends and operations, he’s a perfect fit for our company.  His expertise will help elevate us to grow and expand our company in many aspects to better service our operations, fleet, clients and global affiliates.  We are excited and fortunate to be able to bring Jeff onto our team.”

Shanker held numerous posts at A-1 throughout his career, including Vice President, Assistant Vice President for Risk Management & Special Projects, and Director of Safety and Insurance. He also worked as a police officer at The College of New Jersey and as an EMT for seven years.

Said Shanker: “Robert and the entire RMA team are an energetic, motivated, passionate group that strives on excellence and client satisfaction.  I’m thrilled with the opportunity to bring my diverse, encompassing industry knowledge to such an esteemed organization.  Robert’s energy flows through the office and every team member has welcomed me with opened arms.”

 

 

 

 

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A-1 Limousine   Jeff Shanker   LANJ   RMA   Robert Alexander   

 

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Consider Referral Only Selling To Increase Business

Does the name Belfort ring a bell? He is the Wolf of Wall Street, and anyone who saw the movie about Jordan Belfort’s notorious life knows he was not an ethical guy. However, he perfected the art of Referral Selling, and there are some pearls of wisdom that I gleaned from studying him that might be helpful to you.

First, Belfort believed people always want what they can’t have. Demand for things is created by the perception of exclusivity. He would create a sales person that embodied the “referral only” method to the point where on his business card, “referrals only” was used as a tagline to create the perception he was in very high demand. People felt lucky to get an appointment with him to be able to buy from him!

Referral marketing or selling only works well if you have a good reputation. You must do right by people. Bigger is not necessarily better. Your service has to project a CARING ATTITUDE, and many times quality control falls down more with bigger organizations than smaller boutique companies.

Too often we are overly focused on our chauffeurs. Yet there are so many other client touch points to a company which include reservations, dispatch, your sales team (including YOU), web and social media presentation.

We need to assess our companies on a regular basis and challenge our teams to project a friendly, positive, and most importantly, problem-solving attitude. If you’re confident that your company nails all this and enjoys a rock star reputation, you’re in a great position to adopt referral-based-only selling techniques.
Referral Selling requires you as the owner of your company to be out in your community and engaged in organizations such Meeting Planners International (MPI), the Global Business Travel Association (GBTA), your chambers of commerce, and schools and civic groups.

One great way to bond with people is to “open up your house.” Put on referral oriented events like a “getting to know you” parking lot picnic or become a sponsor of one. Wherever you go in social settings, remember to ask this question: “Do you know of anyone or any business that you do work with that might benefit from my services?” Referral Marketing can also be used as a recruiting tool. Consider a career night at your offices for example. Get to know people in a social setting to cultivate referrals.

Selling efficiently is key. Referrals are a gold mine of untapped opportunity! As we enter the busy spring season, it’s timely to think about sales strategy. Good luck!

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building your clientele   business growth   LCT Publisher   marketing/sales   Sales & Marketing   Sara Eastwood   selling techniques   

 

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Unique Ford F-250 Truck Stretch Limo Boasts Storage

LAS VEGAS, Nev. — This used 2007 Ford F-250 truck stretch limo by Pinnacle Limousine Manufacturing offers a durable frame and mechanical stamina, ideal for off-road or country road adventures. Picnic basket not included.

The mega-hauler stretch is now available at Limoforsale.com.

Offered at $64,900 with 69,000 miles, this stretch is built to carry 21 passengers and their luggage in case they’re going out for more than just an evening on the town. This diesel powered truck stretch limo comes complete with a disco floor and ceiling, fireplace, and strobe lights.

Its one and only previous owner says, “It has an awesome desert A/C and audio/video system with subs and two amps…this is a great vehicle to stand out in. It makes a huge statement and attracts a lot of attention. Better than any Hummer out there.”

DETAILS, PHOTOS, SELLER INFO HERE

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custom coachbuilders   Ford   LimoForSale.com   online vehicle sales   parties   Pinnacle   retail markets   stretch limousine   used vehicles   vehicle conversions   vehicle sales   

 

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Chrysler Builds 90th Anniversary Edition 300 Sedan

The anniversary upgrade to the 300 that will be available this year celebrates 90 years of the Chrysler brand with added features, such as an anniversary splash screen when starting the 300, navigation, a remote start system and a dual pane panoramic sunroof.

A host of new technology includes adaptive cruise control-plus with a full stop capability that will bring the car to a complete stop in traffic; lane departure with lane keep assist that uses the electronic power steering to gently nudge the vehicle away from the lane lines; blind spot monitoring and rear cross path detection; and the rear backup camera that comes standard with the Uconnect system.

Daily Herald article here

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anniversaries   Chrysler   Chrysler 300   new vehicles   Vehicle Reviews   

 

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2016 Toyota Avalon A Solid, Reliable Sedan

“The Avalon apparently has high customer loyalty; people who own one tend to want to own another. But this is not an emotional reaction. It’s the equivalent of someone wanting to stick with the same brand of washer/dryer when their current set (which has lasted a good long time, mind you) bites the dust,” says Traction Life’s Mark Hacking.

Some of the pros listed include crisp styling, decent interior space, and a quiet and comfortable ride. On the other hand, cons are the vehicle’s mushy steering and handling, the lack of a fold-down back seat, and uninspired interior materials.

Traction Life article here

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new sedans   new vehicles   Toyota   Toyota Avalon   Vehicle Reviews   

 

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BMW Battles Mercedes-Benz In Driverless Technology

BMW is developing technology that will allow the driver to sit back, relax, and let the car do all the work.

Slated to be released in the next four to five years, the self-driving vehicle is BMW’s response to Mercedes-Benz, as it threatens to overtake its German rival in sales for the first time in a decade.

Swiss Info article here

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autonomous vehicles   BMW   concept car   driverless cars   Mercedes-Benz   self-driving vehicles   vehicle technology   

 

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Bentley Mulsanne Grand Limo Defines Luxury

Mulliner, Bentley’s in-house coachbuilding company for custom vehicles, was tasked with extending the 18-foot Mulsanne by more than three feet and raised the roof more than three inches.

Electrochromatic smart glass divides the passenger compartment from the front seats, and it dims or clears at the touch of a button. As in many top-shelf limos, there’s also an intercom for easy conversation with the driver from the back.

Maxim article here

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Bentley   new sedans   new vehicles   OEMs   premium luxury sedans   stretch limousine   wealthy clients   

 

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Rumors Swirl Of A Four-Door Bugatti Limo Sedan

“I can’t get the idea for a four-door limousine out of my head,” said Wolfgang Dürheimer, head of Bugatti. “It’s one of the options we might look into again as a possible next project.”

This isn’t the first time Bugatti has considered such a thought. In 2009, the Galibier concept previewed a four-door sedan for the brand. But plans to bring the car to production never materialized. It was supposed to offer an 8.0-liter W-16 engine like the outgoing Veyron. Needless to say, it promised a decadent interior, and rumors at the time pointed to a price tag of around $2.5 million.

Motor Trend article here

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Bugatti   new sedans   new vehicles   OEMs   premium luxury sedans   wealthy clients   

 

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