Greyhound, MCI and John Madden? |
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While most people remember John Madden in connection with football, many think of him as an unofficial spokesman for the bus industry. His preference for buses over automobiles, planes and trains helped improve the image of the bus industry.
The first Madden Cruiser, Madden Cruiser One, came about when the chairman of Greyhound offered John Madden a three-year bus contract. Greyhound would provide a suitable converted new 40-foot 1987 MCI 102A3 coach, professional drivers and fuel for three years in exchange for some internal promotion for Greyhound employees. John accepted. Read more...
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Spotlight on International Women's Day
Christa McCusker Talks About "Breaking the Bias"
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"For the past six years, I have worked for a family-owned and operated business, within the community in which I grew up. Working in the motorcoach and transportation industry is unlike anything I have ever done before. However, I finally feel as though I have found my home. The skills I have developed through my professional journey on that winding road have prepared me for this role, and they have allowed me to offer my diverse skill set to both Klein and our industry." Read more...
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William (Bill) Bond of Trans-Bridge Lines
Latest Recipient of the Silver Service Award
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Trans-Bridge Lines, Inc. is pleased to announce that motorcoach driver William C. (Bill) Bond is the latest recipient of the Silver Service Award. The Silver Service Award honors those employees who have reached the 25 year active service milestone.
This distinction includes having a coach named after the driver. Bill was presented with Silver Service Award decals that were placed on the interior and exterior of his motorcoach of choice - Trans-Bridge Lines Bus 421.
Bill began his driving career with Trans-Bridge Lines in 1994, and has been accident-free for 21 years. Outside of work, Bill is a sports fan and enjoys watching baseball, basketball, and football. Read more...
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Association Updates & Events |
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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Webinars |
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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.
Peter has asked that any questions you may have be submitted in advance. Both registration forms provide an opportunity for you to include your questions. Please join us for these informative webinars.
Dispatchers, Operational Staff, Managers & Owners:
Drivers:
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Utilized Your Member Benefits Lately?
Being a member of GNJMA comes with benefits to save you money. Login to the GNJMA Member Portal and review all the benefits through your GNJMA Membership!
Updated Your Member Profile Lately?
When was that last time you viewed your GNJMA Member Profile and checked out your member contact information? Login to the GNJMA Member Portal to review your profile and make updates if needed. We use this information for the annual membership directory, so it's important for you to keep it up to date.
Contact us for help with logging in or navigating the website.
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GNJMA Motorcoach Professional Award Rewards |
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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!
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GNJMA Scholarship Program Supports Education Goals |
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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.
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Save the Date! We will be back at Resorts this September!
Tuesday, September 27th:
- Annual Golf Outing to benefit our Scholarship Program.
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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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Industry News & Beyond (Links) |
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Get featured and get some FREE Marketing! Share with us your story, any special news, such as company anniversaries, etc. Each Monday, we send an email to our entire membership and post to our website and social media accounts (Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn) using the hashtag #MemberMondays, along with your company's social medial handles.
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Member Alerts are sent out to our Members as needed. Here is a sampling of what has been sent recently:
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Stay Up-to-Date on the Benefits of Membership
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Login to the GNJMA Member Portal and review all the benefits through your GNJMA Membership! You can also make changes to your member records there, too. Contact us for help with logging in or navigating the site.
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