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TEDDY’S TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM, INC. FINALIST FOR 2012 OPERATOR OF THE YEAR AWARD
LCT Magazine’s Award Most Prestigious in Industry
NORWALK, CT – January 12, 2012 – LCT Magazine has announced that Teddy’s Transportation System, Inc., a global ground transportation company based in Norwalk, CT, is a Finalist for the 2012 Operator of Year award. Teddy’s, which is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year, is one of three finalists nationwide selected in the 31-50 vehicle operator category. The winner will be announced at the magazine’s annual industry convention in Las Vegas in February.
“This is our industry’s most prestigious award, and Teddy’s is thrilled to be named a finalist for the second year in a row,” said Charles Wisniewski, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Teddy’s continued to grow and forge new relationships last year, as companies in our market area once again put executives back on the road for those face-to-face meetings that benefit their bottom line,” Mr. Wisniewski observed. “The 2010 equity purchase of Hartford-based King Limousine also enabled us to extend a valuable mid-state presence to corporations we already serve in Fairfield County. As well, Teddy’s led the industry in recognizing the value of Lincoln’s MKT Town Car as the next generation solution for chauffeured executive transportation, and it now accounts for 36% of our sedan fleet,” he said.
A leader in the use of cutting-edge technology that benefits its customers, Teddy’s served in 2011 as a beta tester of a new backend software platform from Global Ground Transportation that brings systems into PCI compliant certification and adds such functional enhancements as the ability for chauffeurs to communicate directly with a client’s mobile device. At Teddy’s request two decades ago, the company created a custom module to track Teddy’s innovative Platinum Rewards loyalty program; Teddy’s awarded more than $100,000 in reward premiums to clients in 2011.
“Teddy’s is big enough to provide the deep bench of polished professionals, robust responsiveness, and sophisticated technology our clients demand, yet small enough to provide the personal, white-glove support that has built our business over the years. Plus we maintain an on-time record in excess of 99.7% and have an impeccable safety record,” Mr. Wisniewski remarked. “I’ve said many times that it’s not the awards that motivates us, but the pride in every ride. We earn each customer’s trust one ride at a time, one mile at a time, and that’s what has built our business year-in and year-out,” he added.
Mr. Wisniewski is a former president of the National Limousine Association, the founding Executive Director of the Limousine Operators of Connecticut, and an active participant and leader in the New England Limousine Operators Association. In addition, he has been a tireless advocate for industry safety standards. He and Teddy’s are also generous contributors of time and financial resources to area nonprofit organizations.
LCT Magazine recognizes four outstanding operators and one industry association annually for their achievements and contributions to the industry. Operator of the Year Awards honor chauffeured transportation operators who have excelled in management, customer service, marketing, fleet quality, safety, and community and industry contributions. Peer recognition of unique abilities and accomplishments also is an important factor. A panel of professional judges score and select the winners.
Founded in 1932, Teddy’s Transportation System, Inc. is one of the top 50 ground transportation companies in the U.S. today. Teddy’s has redefined “professional transportation solutions” by forging a strategic network of premium global partnerships and utilizing innovative technology that provides corporate purchasers, event planners and travelers with access to immediate, real-time information. Teddy’s commitment to excellence ensures reliability, efficiency and comfort, which translates into the most productive mode of transportation available, as well as value for its clients. Sales growth earned Teddy’s a place on Inc. magazine’s inaugural list of America’s Fastest Growing Companies in 2007, and on each succeeding annual list (2008, 2009, 2010 and 2011). Teddy’s was selected as one of 3 Finalists nationwide (31-50 vehicles) for LCT Magazine’s 2011 Operator of Year award, the industry’s most prestigious recognition. In 2007 Teddy’s ranked as a Finalist in Limo Digest’s Operator of the Year competition and was honored as one of the top 3 large fleet operators nationwide; Teddy’s was also recognized as a Finalist in the 2007 Connecticut Family Business of the Year competition. For more information call 1-800-888-3339 or visit www.teddyslimo.com .