Founded in 1960 by Joanne Smith and her husband, with the purchase of one 37-passenger motorcoach.
The father-son team of Tom and Michael Giddens, recently named METRO Magazine’s Operator of the Year, has added new technologies that have helped them increase efficiencies and improve regulatory compliance.
With an aim to help operators prepare for the changing landscape, technology was a big focus at 2017 UMA Expo, which also included a fond farewell to long-time President/CEO Vic Parra.
With Tennessee operations in Knoxville, Chattanooga and Greeneville, the motorcoach operation has the only fleet in the area that already is 100% seat belt-equipped.
Brothers Robert and Stephen Brown have spun a nine-motorcoach operation, purchased in 1980, into a 49-vehicle fleet that provides charter, commuter and tour services, primarily in the northeastern U.S. and eastern Canadian provinces.
Magazine recently chose T. Ralph Young, owner of Asheville, N.C. based Young Transportation, to be its 2013 Motorcoach Operator of the Year to honor his outstanding achievements in the industry.
Organization recognizes carriers for operational excellence, safety record, best practices, and community and industry involvement and engagement within the International Motor Coach Group.
Over the past 23 years, John (pictured) and Larry Benjamin, co-owners of the Minnesota-based business, have built up their companies to become award-winning motorcoach and school bus operations. Meanwhile, the industry says goodbye to Larry, a well-loved member who made invaluable contributions through the UMA.
Todd Holland began his business as a small casino shuttle service in 1993. The scheduled run grew into a prestigious and diversified operation, serving one of the oldest and largest luxury five-star resorts in the U.S.
A CPA-turned coach company owner, METRO Magazine's Operator of the Year award winner, Jeff Polzien, president of the Oklahoma City-based operation, built his own business using his knack for selecting the best people for the job, and committing to core values.
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