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September - October 2013 Continued on page 12 Volume 17 Issue 5 EMPLOYEE NEWS WELCOME ABOARD Meredith Bonnett has joined Hello! Arizona as the new Sales Coordinator on Rachel Bell’s team. Meredith has an Art History and Museum Studies degree from Arizona State and an M.A. degree in Art Business from Sotheby’s Institute of Art in London. After working for an events company in London on an inaugural art fair, she fell in love with working in the events industry. Welcome, Meredith. The Hello! Arizona Operations Team welcomes Holly Brown as Account Manager. Having experience in event production, Holly knows how to pull it all together. Also invaluable will be her background as the Director of Marketing for two large area shopping and dining complexes, where she was responsible for organizing everything on the center events calendar. This ASU graduate is sure to be a spectacular addition to the Hello! (YPaVUHVMÄJL>LL_WLJ[NYLH[[OPUNZMYVT/VSS` Hello! Arizona is pleased to welcome Jessica Crowley as Account Manager1LZZPJHJHTLVUIVHYKPU1\ULHUKOHZÄ[PU amazingly! With a background as an attorney, a day named after her in her home town, and experience working in Conference Services for one of Scottsdale’s preeminent hotels we are lucky to OH]LOLY>LHYLJVUÄKLU[[OH[ZOL^PSSWYV]L[VILHUPUJYLKPISL addition to the Operations Department. Please join in welcoming Lindsey Fulkerson to Hello! Arizona as a Sales Coordinator. Lindsey graduated from ASU this past May with an emphasis in Special Events. She has been working for *):9HKPV¶234,*V\U[Y`ZPUJL1HU\HY`ÄYZ[HZHUPU[LYUHUK then as a promotions assistant. Additional experience includes an internship with a Wedding and Events company in 2012. We are excited for her to be joining our team, and she will be Brianna’s sales coordinator. 2 ON THE MOVE Sandy Esteves has been promoted to Operations Manager, Shuttle Division. In addition to her eleven years with Walt Disney World transportation, Sandy has six years of experience with Mears in our Motor Coach Division. Sandy spent her last three years as a Driver Manager, and has also spent time as a Motor Coach Operator, Cashier, Dispatcher and Manager on Duty. Her proven track record and aptitude in each of these roles made her an obvious choice for this position. We are thrilled that Sandy has accepted this opportunity to continue to learn and take on new challenges with our company. Please join in congratulating Claudia Jenkins on her promotion from Program Accountant to Accounting Supervisor. Claudia will be assuming responsibility for all Hello! Destination Management billing. Claudia joined us in 1997. We excited that Claudia has accepted this promotion, as it will allow us to continue to grow and to leverage her sixteen years of billing experience. Claudia’s new duties will include managing billers’ workloads, assigning sales teams to billers, assuring consistency and accuracy in the billing process and communicating billing changes in procedures and software. The Hello! Arizona Team welcomes Sales Coordinator Aja Jones as ZOLTV]LZ[V[OLPYVMÄJLMYVT/LSSV-SVYPKH:OL^PSSJVVYKPUH[LMVY Christie Christian, our AE for the Phoenician. Aja was eager to make the move to Arizona and it was a big plus that she already knew our proprietary systems and work culture. Her attention to detail, enthusiasm, organizational skills and proactive approach will serve her well as she provides administrative support and creates proposals and contracts. Bobby Karim has taken on the role of Manager on Duty, Motor Coach Division. Bobby started with Mears in 2007 as a Motor Coach Operator, was promoted to Client Service Manager in 2009 and has spent the last year and a half as Shuttle Van Operations Manager. Bobby is enthusiastic about the opportunity to return to his roots in the Motor Coach Division working under the leadership of Lee Bradley. This is just another step in Bobby’s development and we are excited to have the experience he brings to the Motor Coach Operations team. Demetria Rogers joined the Hello! Florida Ft. Lauderdale team as a Production Accountant in the peak of the season and hit the ground running! She learned fast and managed multiple tasks with ease during one of the most successful years in the Fort 3H\KLYKHSLVMÄJL/LY^PSSPUNULZZ[VZ[LW\WOLYKLKPJH[PVU and her professionalism were evidenced from day one. With an Accounts Payable background and more than 14 years’ experience in Accounting, Demetria is a great addition. Michelle Rodriguez has been promoted to Driver Manager, Motor Coach Division. Michelle joined the Mears team after a successful career in property management. She served as Manager on Duty for the Motor Coach Operations team for a year and has proven herself to be a team player and leader. Her positive outlook, experience and dedication will serve her well in her new role. Please join in congratulating Michelle on this new opportunity. Congratulations to Heidi Ziegler on her promotion from MDS Customer Service Supervisor to Operations Dispatch Manager. Heidi has been in the transportation and hospitality industry for more than `LHYZ[OLSHZ[Ä]LVM[OVZL^P[O4LHYZ;YHUZWVY[H[PVU0UOLYUL^ position she will oversee all of the MDS dispatch functions, including shuttle, DME and luxury vehicle dispatch, with all MDS dispatchers reporting directly to her. She will also work closely with our IT department on any technical issues that arise. Heidi has an outstanding track record in all of her previous positions with Mears, and her experience and capabilities have earned her this leadership role. Warren Wagman has recently been promoted to the role of Driver Manager, Motor Coach Division. Warren began his career at Mears as a Motor Coach Operator. It took only six months to recognize Warren’s capabilities and he was soon promoted to Client Service Manager where he has proven his leadership skills time and again. After nearly two years as a CSM, we are excited about Warren’s continued progression and congratulate him on this latest advancement. MEARS IN M OTION NEWSLETTER • September - October 2013 EMPLOYEE NEWS 25 YEARS 10 YEARS Luis Trivino, Jr. Shuttle Van Driver Cheri Arusalu Taxi Starter Marcelo Bernardo Hello! Florida Field Staffer Jennifer Campbell Taxi Call Center Assistant Manager Jon Gibson Shuttle Van Driver Susan Harry Hello! Florida Senior Account Executive Max Mena Motor Coach Operator Nelson Pimentel Client Service Manager Harold Siler CDL Trainer/Motor Coach Operator Takeisha Alexandre MDS Starter Keturah AllenSanchez Shuttle Van Driver Helwig Brown Motor Coach Mechanic 20 YEARS Jay Del-gado Motor Coach MOD 15 YEARS Ruben Grant Assistant Director Bus Scheduling Adalisa Jackson-King Accounts Payable Specialist 5 YEARS Donald Wilkerson Motor Coach Operator Richard Liley Motor Coach Operator Todd Affricano Shuttle Van Driver Rae Maffeo PC Web Developer Gloria Smith MDS Cashier Amanda Trosset Hello! Florida Account Executive Cathy Vithaya Motor Coach Mechanic 1 YEAR Dustin Adler, MDS Colimon Adonis, MDS Wanquise Alcida, MDS Ariel Benitez, MDS Jordan Bickel, HF Marcio Biet, MDS Melissa Camacho, MDS Christie Christian, HA Brian Clinton, MDS Raul Colon, MDS Amanda Ellis, CCC Donalson Felix, CCC Leslie Fry, HA Adrian Geary, MDS Melissa Germain, HF Jonathan Gomez, MDS Nelson Grullon, MDS 4HYR3HMÄLU, MDS Gregory Leslie, MDS Regina Lockett, MDS Jason Marrero, MDS Adriana Medico, HF Christopher Miskovsky, CCC James McKenna, MDS Richard Murray, MDS Odette Nestor, MDS Edwin Nieves, MDS Lydia Reichner, MDS Herney Rojas, MDS Kenneth Roman, MDS Natalie Sheahan, HA Eduardo Siriany, MDS Mario Urena, MDS Felipe Villanueva, MDS M EA RS IN M OTIO N N EW SLETTER • Septem be r - Oc t obe r 2013 3 MORE EMPLOYEE NEWS BIRTH ANNOUNCEMENTS KUDOS Client Service Manager Rick Furtado sends KUDOS to Motor Coach MOD Jay Del-gado: Motor Coach Operations Manager on Duty Frank Minaglia sends KUDOS to Motor Coach Operator Terry Kimmons: “Jay Del-gado and all the drivers who HZZPZ[LK[OPZKPZ[YLZZLKÅPNO[KPKHU outstanding job. Jay got all the coaches here earlier than they were scheduled and the drivers stepped up and took care of all the guests. A job well done. I asked Adam Joyner who had an another move early to come back just in case, and that paid off; we loaded 42 passengers on his coach, instead of having to use alternate vehicles.” “Terry went beyond the call of duty in returning a cell phone that a guest left on a DME coach from the airport. Terry returned it to the guest before she even realized she had left it on the coach. The guest was very grateful and wanted to let someone know.” Core Values: ,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT Hello! Florida Lead Field Staffer Chuck Favorite sends KUDOS to Field Staffers Mike Babb and Jamie Hickey and Mears Program Manager Trish Kanner: “Just wanted to say staff did a GREAT JOB and wanted to thank Jamie and Mike for their help loading luggage at OIA. They were working the PWC program and pitched in to help with the E&Y program. Thanks to Trish for proper LX\PWTLU[WSHUUPUN[VLMÄJPLU[S`TV]L the E&Y group. A Great Team Effort!” CONDOLENCES Heartfelt condolences to friends, family and co-workers of Motor Coach Operator Robert Frazho who passed away recently. Robert joined Mears in 2007. Robert’s family wishes to express their gratitude for the outpouring of support they’ve YLJLP]LKK\YPUN[OPZKPMÄJ\S[[PTL Our prayers are with family, friends and colleagues of Checker Cab Driver Robert Webb, Jr. who passed away on August 17. Robert began contracting with Mears in 2007. Core Values: ,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT Travel Industry Sales Coordinator Jose Ulmos sends KUDOS to Director of Client Services Lee Bradley and Client Service Managers Susan Ayars, Rick Furtado, Nelson Pimentel, Karren Umstead and Warren Wagman: “I want to thank you and your team for their work on WCV/Dance the World. Their efforts went a long way to make Dance the World a success! Your team WLYMVYTZZVTHU`KPMÄJ\S[[HZRZHSS[OL time. They make it look EASY, but in reality it is NOT! This illusion of an easy task may cause some to overlook the great care, enthusiasm and responsibility shown by your team. But I recognize the value added by the Client Service Managers. I could point out certain individuals, but I know it is the sum of the individuals that make up a great TEAM! Thank you Rick, Karren, Nelson, Susan and Warren! Job WELL DONE!” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT,MÄJPLUJ` Core Values: 0U[LNYP[`,U[O\ZPHZT Motor Coach Operator Paul Bokel sends KUDOS to Assistant Human Resources Manager Marcy Lapetina: “Marcy has demonstrated service excellence above all and beyond in helping me [VVI[HPUULLKLKILULÄ[Z;OHUR`V\¹ Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,U[O\ZPHZT Luxury Vehicle Division Operations Manager Michelle Engram sends KUDOS to MDS Shop Lead Foreman Carlos Martinez and Radio Shop Technician Tom Tishken: “Luxury Vehicle Chauffeur Miguel Sanchez left his vehicle at the shop around 4:00 a.m. While working on the YHKPV;VTMV\UKHZPNUPÄJHU[HTV\U[VM money inside the vehicle and immediately reported it to Carlos, who in turn reported it to my department. When Miguel realized that he had left the cash inside the vehicle, he called Mears, not knowing what to expect; he thought he would be told ‘there’s nothing we can do if you leave your valuable items behind.’ ;VOPZZ\YWYPZL^L^LYLHISL[VJVUÄYT the exact amount that was left behind and return the cash to him. Miguel was very grateful and appreciated the fact that Mears employees were honest. Great job, Tom and Carlos.” Core Values: 0U[LNYP[`,U[O\ZPHZT Luxury Vehicle Chauffeur Trainee Fred Benavides sends KUDOS to Luxury Vehicle Training Manager David Thomas: “Mr. Thomas is one of the best trainers that I have ever seen and your company should be very proud of him. All the training materials were excellent as well as the training room. I certainly came out with a very good impression of your company and will use and recommend Mears in the future.” Core Value: Enthusiasm 4 MEARS IN M OTION NEWSLETTER • September - October 2013 COMPANY NEWS Hospitality Helping Hands Carnival Brings Smiles Backsafe Training Delivers Results Children’s Home Society (CHS) of Florida works to break the cycle of abuse and help families grow stronger by offering shelter, counseling, outreach, education and guidance. The organization serves more than 25,000 children and family members each year through such programs. For children who cannot safely return home, CHS creates forever families through private, international and foster care adoption services. Annually, the organization reaches more than 2,800 children and family members through adoption-related services. Since 1902, more than 38,000 kids have found forever families with the help of CHS. Orlando Account Executive Alison Davis received this note of thanks for leading Hello! Florida’s team to produce CHS’s annual Hospitality Helping Hands Carnival again this year: “A BIG thank you for your help in creating another successful event for the Children’s Home Society families. The more than 180 CHS guests in attendance had a great time as they won wonderful prizes from our partners, enjoyed fun food and plenty of games and entertainment. More than 600 motor coach operators, shuttle van drivers and mechanics have participated in Backsafe training programs since we launched this initiative in April 2012. In addition, reminder stickers have been placed in our motor coach luggage bays and rear luggage cages of the shuttle ]HUÅLL[(ZKYP]LYZHUKTLJOHUPJZJVU[PU\L[V improve their lifting techniques and back safety awareness, we are seeing a reduction in both the number and severity of back-related injuries. “We received the note below from a CHS foster parent who attended this year’s Carnival: ‘Please pass my thanks on to the organizers. Me and the boys had so much fun. They didn’t want to leave. They asked me if we can go again this weekend!! Thanks again.’ “It is truly an honor to produce this day for these families. Thank you for joining us in doing so. See you next year!” President Paul Mears III adds these words of appreciation: “Thank you to all. This is a great gift of your time, talents and dollars to generate deserving smiles. It’s an honor to be associated with you. I know the planning time and event time could have been spent with your own families instead. And a special ‘thank you’ to Alison for leading this again. We all benLÄ[MYVT`V\YL_[YHLMMVY[Z “Last but certainly not least, thank you to our business partners who enthusiastically participate each year, though you have your own causes…we are grateful that you joined one of ours.” Quality Inn Low Q (location code #773) is now Rosen Inn International 7600 International Dr. Orlando, FL 32819 407-996-1600 Shuttle Zone 3 Luxury Vehicle Zone 130 Taxi Zone 800 Effective October 1, the Peabody Hotel (computer code #856) will become Hyatt Regency Orlando Convention Center 9801 International Dr. Orlando, FL 32819 407-352-4000 Shuttle Zone 3 Luxury Vehicle Zone 131 Taxi Zone 189 M EA RS IN M OTIO N N EW SLETTER • Septem be r - Oc t obe r 2013 5 COMPANY NEWS From Tragedy to Triumph MDS Electronics Installer Andy Jimenez is the son of Gladys Cabrera, one of the victims who lost her life as an innocent bystander at a deadly Casselberry salon shooting last October. Andy says, “After my mom’s passing I wanted to create something positive out of something negative. I started the IamGladysCabrera Foundation in honor of my mom to spread awareness about violence and what it can do to you and everyone around you. Already we have done so much as a family for this important cause. Our story was featured in Cosmopolitan magazine, covered on the front page of the Mother’s Day edition of the Orlando Sentinel newspaper, and recently appeared in a women’s magazine in the UK. This 6J[VILY[O^PSSTHYRVUL`LHYZPUJLV\YSVZZZV^L^PSSILOH]PUNV\YÄYZ[HUU\HSº:[VW[OL=PVSLUJL 6UL:[LW([H;PTL»^HSRH[*YHUL»Z9VVZ[7HYR(SZV^LHYLOVZ[PUNV\YÄYZ[:WHNOL[[P)Y\UJOVU September 29th, with proceeds going to help stop violence in our community.” Karl Clements, Director of MDS Maintenance & Communications knows Andy’s journey and he says, “Andy has grown a lot over the last year, and he has made a huge effort to turn grief over his family tragedy into a positive thing for himself and others. He is a great guy and I am happy that he has taken on this project.” For more information visit: www.Iamgladyscabrera.com Happy Tails in the Sunshine State Guest Services Lead Sabine Sigel-Brown has been devoting time, energy and other resources to Italian Greyhound (IG) Rescue since 2006. She says, “As you could tell in our interview, I can get a tad excited talking about it; however, it is something very, very dear to me and my whole heart is part of it.” Here are excerpts from our conversation with Sabine: “At any given time, our IG Rescue group might be trying to place as many as 10 different dogs. I would say 4-6 weeks is the average length of time it takes for a rescued dog to be adopted, however it very much depends on the age, health and background of the dog. Some get adopted within days or weeks, some take a few months. I had a foster dog for almost a year before she found a home, and some of it was because she was 10-11 years old. “Italian Greyhounds do not race. They are small and truly a lap-dog-breed. However, they are very daring and fast. Because their bones are quite thin, they can break a leg simply by stepping into a small hole in the ground or jumping from something too high. IGs are fearless, and I have heard of dogs that can jump 6-foot fences or leap down entire staircases. Also, they need to be held correctly when picked up; they can be wiggly and may fall out of your hands, so to speak. For all of these reasons, we get a fair share of IGs with broken legs because Ä_PUNHIYLHRJHUJVZ[IL[^LLUHUK ¸3PRLHSSUVUWYVÄ[HUK]VS\U[LLYVYNHUPaH[PVUZ^LHYLHS^H`ZSVVRPUNMVY volunteers. Being a volunteer can mean many different things. For example, we have IT professionals who serve by working on the websites, and we have transportation volunteers who drive dogs from one place to the next, as was the case for my newest foster dog, Pickles. She was transported from Panama City to Tampa then Tampa to Orlando. We often have volunteers who take a vacation and take a dog along to help with part of a chain of transportation. IG Rescue will work with anyone regarding how far someone is willing to drive - everything helps. 6 MEARS IN M OTION NEWSLETTER • September - October 2013 “Of course, there is always a great need for foster homes/parents, so that’s another way to assist. (Sometimes we have more dogs waiting to come in than ^LOH]LOVTLZ[VMVZ[LY[OLT\U[PS[OL`ÄUKHMVYL]LYOVTL-VZ[LYWHYLU[Z[HRL JHYLVMHNYL`OV\UK\U[PS[OL`ÄUKHWLYTHULU[OVTL(SSTLKPJHSULLKZMVY[OL dogs are paid for by Italian Greyhound Rescue. Food, treats, etc. are the foster parents’ responsibility. ¸>LHSZVKVOVTL]PZP[ZMVYWYVZWLJ[P]LHKVW[LYZ[VTHRLZ\YLHSSPZÄULHUK [VILJLY[HPU^LYLHSS`ÄUKHMVYL]LYOVTLMVY[OLZLILH\[PM\SJYLH[\YLZ>L participate in fundraisers at rescue festivals, like our recent campaign for Joey. Joey broke his legs three times, and because of a negligent previous owner the injuries were never taken care of correctly. ¸>LHS^H`Z^LSJVTLKVNP[LTZJYH[LZ[V^LSZ[V`ZL[JHUKVMJV\YZLÄUHUcial donations. There are truly many different ways one can be a volunteer even when someone is not able to take in a dog.” For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/ItalianGreyhoundRescue-SVYPKHVYO[[W!^^^ÅVYPKHPNYLZJ\LJVT LOCAL NEWS Spotlight on Safety Coming Soon: The Most Dangerous Season For Drivers Fall just might be the most beautiful of the four seasons, but with the change of season comes the need to change your driving habits. In fact, according to research from the University of Michigan Transportation Safety Institute (UMTSI), fall is the most deadly season for driving. October Surprise ;OL<4;:0YLWVY[W\ISPZOLKPU[OL;YHMÄJ0UQ\Y`7YL]LU[PVUQV\YUHS HUHS`aLKTVU[OS`KLH[OJYHZOÄN\YLZV]LYH[OPY[LLU`LHYWLYPVK and found that during the month of October, the chance of a crash resulting in driver fatality is 16% greater per miles driven than in the winter month of March. The study theorized that snowy and icy ^LH[OLYSLHKZ[VSLZZ[YHMÄJVU[OLYVHKHUKZSV^LYKYP]PUNZWLLKZ Animals Increase Driving Dangers (JJVYKPUN[V[OL5H[PVUHS/PNO^H`;YHMÄJ:HML[`(KTPUPZ[YH[PVU 5/;:([OLMHSSZLHZVUPZKLÄUP[LS`[OLTVZ[KHUNLYV\Z[PTLMVY vehicle crashes with animals, the majority of which involve deer. NHTSA also determined that most of the serious crashes involving deer result from the evasive maneuvers drivers take in an attempt to avoid hitting the animal. Sharp, sudden swerves can cause head-on JVSSPZPVUZ^P[OHUV[OLY]LOPJSLVYJH\ZL[OLKYP]LY[VZ[YPRLHÄ_LK object like a roadside tree or utility pole. These types of crashes are more likely to result in serious injury or death, while striking an animal can damage the vehicle but often leave the occupants uninjured. Animals are not easy to spot in the evening and night time hours and they move suddenly. Be prepared. Slow down and keep your eyes moving. Driving Blind Early morning and late afternoon glare at this time of year can play optical tricks, even on the most careful drivers. The problem is at P[Z^VYZ[[OLÄYZ[OV\YHM[LYZ\UYPZLHUK[OLSHZ[OV\YILMVYLZ\UZL[ when you can literally be blinded by the sun. Slow down and increase your following distance; keep your windshield wiper ISHKLZJSLHUHUK[OL^HZOLYÅ\PKM\SS"HUKRLLWOLHKSPNO[ZVU[V make your vehicle more visible to others. Rain and Slippery Road Conditions While the weather in the past year has been very unpredictable, the early fall can be a time of intense rain storms and slippery road JVUKP[PVUZ^OPJOZLLT[VOHWWLU^P[OV\[^HYUPUN;OLÄYZ[ML^ minutes of rainfall on dry pavement are particularly dangerous. Oil, dust, dirt and other debris collect on the roadways and, when mixed with moisture, the roads can become as slick as ice. Heavy rains create pools of water, compromising driving control and causing hydroplaning and loss of clear vision. Check your wipers before the rain starts; know which areas along your trip might be affected by rain before you depart; be cautious when driving into Z[HUKPUN^H[LYLZWLJPHSS`^OLU[OLKLW[OPZKPMÄJ\S[[VKL[LYTPUL" ILH^HYLVM[OLJOHUNLPUIYHRPUNLMÄJPLUJ`HM[LYKYP]PUN[OYV\NO standing water; and increase your following distance and decrease your speed. Florida Is 41st State To Ban Texting While Driving Governor Rick Scott recently signed a bill into law making Florida the 41st state to ban texting while drivPUN=PVSH[VYZHYLZ\IQLJ[[VHÄUL WS\ZJV\Y[JVZ[ZMVY[OLÄYZ[VMMLUZL HUKMVY[OLZLJVUKVMMLUZL;OL Florida ban is a secondary offense and will become effective October 1, 2013. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) posts a chart on its website detailing all state “Distracted Driving” laws. Space Shuttle AtlantisSM Now Open at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex The world’s most comprehensive attraction devoted to the space shuttle, Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex’s new Space Shuttle AtlantisSM brings visitors nose-tonose with Atlantis as only astronauts have seen it before – with payload bay doors open as if it were ÅVH[PUNPUZWHJL More than 60 interactive, touch-screen experiences and high-tech simulators invite guests to “be the astronaut,” bringing to life the people, passion and patriotism behind NASA’s 30-year Space Shuttle Program, as well as the complexity of the engineering marvel that launched the Hubble Space Telescope and built the International Space Station (ISS). Guests can conduct a virtual spacewalk, practice docking to the ISS, create sonic booms and glide down the Re-entry Slide; experience [OLZLUZH[PVUVMÅVH[PUNPUZWHJLNL[HU “X-ray view” of Atlantis’ interior, experience an orbital sunrise and take the helm at the shuttle cockpit. Strap in to the sights, sounds and sensations of a launch and much more. Call 877-313-2610 or visit www.KennedySpaceCenter.com. Source: Lancer Insurance M EA RS IN M OTIO N N EW SLETTER • Septem be r - Oc t obe r 2013 7 CUSTOMER COMMENTS Ed Brown with Gill St. Bernard’s School expressed his gratitude for Motor Coach Operator Jeanne Hamilton: “Your company drove our group to the Kennedy Space Center. During the day, I was alerted that the grandmother of one of our students had suffered a massive stroke and we needed to get that student home ASAP. Luckily, we had Jeanne Hamilton as our KYP]LYHUKZOL^HZ[LYYPÄJ>OLU^LZ[VWWLKMVY KPUULY0OHKWSHUULK[VÄUKH[H_P[VNL[[OLZ[\KLU[ and me a short distance to our hotel where I had a van. Jeanne insisted that she would drive us to the hotel and come back for the rest of our group. Not only did she do that but she was very caring and compassionate in her approach to our student. ¸@V\T\Z[ILHNYLH[JVTWHU`[VOH]LZ\JOHÄUL driver working for you. I’m glad we did business with Mears.” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT9LZWLJ[ A happy customer sent thanks to Limousine Chauffeur Stanley Minorczyk: “Etta was THRILLED with the driver and said everything was fantastic.” Core Value: Enthusiasm Motor Coach Operator Omar Guayana received these words of thanks from Jane Carpenter, Senior Sales Manager with Disney Destinations: “I was out with our Camp Disney Trainings in the theme parks. Our Mears coach driver for most of the week was Omar Guayana, and he was fantastic. I would refer him to any group; he was so nice to work with.” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,U[O\ZPHZT Hello! Las Vegas Senior Director of Operations Kelly Hanson was thanked by a happy client: “You were amazing! We would have been up a creek if you hadn’t alerted us to the situation and taken control. And I would have ended up with 300 lost guests in Vegas! I don’t know what I would have done without you and can’t thank you enough. ¸0»SSKLÄUP[LS`\ZL/LSSV3HZ=LNHZHNHPU0OHKH NYLH[L_WLYPLUJL^P[O`V\YVMÄJLPU6YSHUKV^OPJO is why I looked you guys up in Vegas.” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT,MÄJPLUJ` Hello! Las Vegas Director of Operations Kristina Ghiloni, Account Executive Jennifer Cheung and Product Development Manager Krista England received the appreciation of this customer: “I want to thank you for all your support and great service during our incentive trip in Vegas. I have nothing but great comments and great experiences from our team participants. You delivered what was WYVTPZLK^P[OÅ`PUNJVSVYZ¹ Core Values: ,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT Suzanne Garver, teacher at Cypress Creek Elementary, praised Sales Coordinator Lisa Wilson and Motor Coach Operator Luis Castro: “I am an elementary school teacher who was invited to bring my class to Mayport Naval Base in Jacksonville. I had no idea what to do for [YHUZWVY[H[PVU;OLWYPUJPWHS»ZVMÄJLNH]LTL[OL names of the charter bus companies that were approved for use in Volusia County. I started calling [OLUHTLZVU[OLSPZ[HUK[OLÄYZ[[^VJOHY[LY companies basically laughed at me because I needed a bus so soon. “When I called Mears I was helped by a wonderful person, Lisa Wilson. She guided me in the process of getting a coach. I was so nervous and excited about this trip, just because it was the end of the school year and I was so happy my students would get to experience Mayport. I have emailed and called Ms. Wilson numerous times and she is always positive and has the ability to make you feel great about your trip. “I will recommend Mears to everyone here in Volusia County, and when I need a coach in the future I will call Lisa Wilson. So many times all we hear is the bad from unhappy customers. I am a very happy customer and was so blessed to have her helping me make my trip special for my students. “Our driver, Luis, was an angel. Our trip was perfect and it was because of Lisa and Luis. Please let them know how much I appreciate them. Mears is lucky to have them.” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT City Cab Operations Manager Wayne Nassis and Taxi Parts Counter Manager Larry Duniho provided great service to Stefan Kneis, Vice President, QGP Solution Market Introduction / SAP AG: “I’d like to thank the Mears team, especially Larry and Wayne for delivering my iPhone which I left in one of your taxis during our company convention. I really appreciate your high level of customer service and look forward to using your transportation services during my next Orlando visit.” Core Values:0U[LNYP[`,U[O\ZPHZT 8 MEARS IN M OTION NEWSLETTER • September - October 2013 Sales Manager Linda Schwarz and Sales Coordinator Peggy Nance were thanked by Lesa Caden with Connect Tours: “I have had the greatest pleasure working with you and for Connect Tours over the past nine years. You have been a pleasure to work with, extremely professional and always courteous. However, my journey is coming to a close. I am departing my position to pursue what I hope to be the last chapter of my working career before retirement. “I greatly appreciate your loyalty to Connect Tours over the years as well as the personal relationships I’ve developed. Thanks for the great years and happy memories!” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT9LZWLJ[ Lynne Iozia, Florida Service Delivery Supervisor with Virgin Holidays Limited, complimented Client Service Manager Rick Furtado: ¸0^V\SKSPRL[VJVTTLU[VU[OLL_[YLTLS`LMÄJPLU[ manner Rick Furtado handled the coaches, drivers and passengers for Virgin Atlantic Flight VS128 from the Caribe Royale. I commend him for having the foresight to have one of the coaches come back just in case, as we did not have a complete head count. And good thing he did, because more than 40 passengers were on that last coach. Thank you, Rick.” Core Values: ,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT Senior Sales Coordinator Rachel Bustamante and Hello! Florida Field Staffer Dave Langenbach received the gratitude of a guest: “Thank you so much for providing transportation for our group. It was a pleasure working with both of you and I appreciated how helpful Dave was onsite! I look forward to working with you at future events in Orlando.” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT,MÄJPLUJ` Luxury Vehicle Chauffeur Sean Holley received these words of appreciation: “You are indeed fortunate to partner with as dedicated a chauffeur as Sean Holley. Sean has driven me and my family on several trips from the Orlando airport, Sanford airport, Vero Beach and Disney World. He was concerned that each area of our trip was taken care of by being prompt and knowledgeable in all aspects of his service to my family. I told Sean how much I appreciate his attention to detail, but I wanted to tell you as well.” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT CUSTOMER COMMENTS Sales Coordinator Erin Leonhardt and Motor Coach Operators Drivers Mauricio Ledesma and Nacim Saddedine earned this compliment: “Service was AMAZING! Our drivers were fantastic and really nice and helpful. Thank you again so much!” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,U[O\ZPHZT Hello! Florida Vice President and General Manager =PJ3H_ZVUWHZZLKHSVUNHZH[PZÄLKJ\Z[VTLY»Z compliments for Hello! Florida Field Staffers Mike Babb, Rick Boyd, Ben Eld and Rich McDonough: “I am employed at Marriott International and was attending the ICON conference at the Orlando World Center. I was staying at the JW Marriott and took the shuttle several times a day. The drivers and dispatchers were kind, courteous, professional and always on time. I especially want to mention Rich, Rick, Mike and Ben. Thank you for everything your company did to make it an easy transition going back and forth between the two hotels.” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT9LZWLJ[ A Convention Service Manager from the Grand Floridian appreciated the service provided to the +PZUL`5H[PVUHS:HSLZVMÄJLNYV\WI`:LUPVY Account Executive Sarah Barry and Luxury Vehicle Chauffeurs Larry Groves and Ali Siddiqui: “The two drivers were superb. I simply texted ‘restage’ and they were always there when we turned the corner. Not a single solitary hitch, smooth as silk. I can see why you recommended them both. THANK YOU!” Motor Coach Operator Tammy Shaw earned this note of appreciation: A grateful customer praised Shuttle Van Driver Rey Gonzalez: “I rode on a Mears coach as part of the Carnival transportation to the Orlando Airport from Port Canaveral. Our driver was Tammy Shaw and she was exceptional, above and beyond, a stand out, extraordinary. She is a huge asset to your company and represents you well to the public. I would personally recommend Mears to anyone, because of her.” “I was picked up at Hyatt Place Universal Hotel. After the 4th stop, I realized that I had left my cell phone in my hotel room. I asked Mr. Gonzalez if he could take me and my daughter back to the hotel, and I would take a cab to the airport so that I would not keep the shuttle waiting. Mr. Gonzalez very politely informed me that he would after he made his last pick up, since he could not leave a customer stranded. Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT9LZWLJ[ Nikki Dumm with Girl Scout Troop 377 commended the service provided by Sales Coordinator Erin Leonhardt and Motor Coach Operator Bobby Love: “I wanted to pass along good words about our driver, Bob. He was professional, but still welcoming and friendly. He made the girls feel comfortable and safe on the coach. We had some rough weather on the way back from Tampa, but he handled the drive as one would expect from a professional driver. We were thankful to have him behind the wheel! “He assisted us in loading and unloading coolers under the bus and accommodated multiple visits to the ‘water stash’ by our families with young children, as well as drops of souvenir purchases during the day. We had a wide range of ages on the bus, and all felt comfortable and welcomed by Bob. “I also appreciated your assistance and patience with my questions and concerns in the planning WYVJLZZ0^V\SKKLÄUP[LS`JOVVZL4LHYZMVYHU` future adventures!” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[:HML[`,U[O\ZPHZT Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT,MÄJPLUJ` Michael Anderson, Business Development Specialist with MMI, had great things to say about Shuttle Van Driver Iraj Maleknia: “I would like to commend one of your drivers, Iraj Maleknia. He picked up a near-full van load from the Renaissance Sea World to return us to the airport. “I sat in the front seat so he and I conversed more than the others in the van, but he went out of his way to point out several sites on the trip back to the airport and he announced the airline stops prior to us entering the airport. Upon arrival at our drop-off points, he thanked each of us for using Mears Transportation and invited us back to use your service the next visit in Orlando. “He was an outstanding ambassador for your company and I hope he is given credit for his efforts.” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,U[O\ZPHZT Yellow Cab Driver Jason Bosini received the appreciation of a customer who emailed this compliment to Paul W. Issler, Manager of Ground Transportation Services, Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Orlando International Airport: “I had such a pleasant experience with Taxi 182, Jason Bosini. He was polite, explained all the proper taxi information I needed to know on my trip, and made my stay in Orlando safe and wonderful. I had him as a driver 4 times on my week-long trip to Orlando. He arrived on time, provided a prompt ride and even supplied some helpful tips along the way. You do not come across drivers like him when traveling. He takes pride in his job and you are lucky to have him as an associate. I will request to use him again on my future travels to Orlando. Thanks!” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT9LZWLJ[:HML[` “In the meantime, he called his dispatcher and got the phone number to the hotel and suggested that I JHSS[OLTHUKHZRPM[OL`JV\SKÄUKT`WOVULHUK have it held for me at the front desk. That way, he informed me, I could get the phone, hop back on the shuttle and save the cab fare (Mr. Gonzalez gave me his phone so that I could place the phone call). Needless to say, everything worked out perfectly and we got to the airport at the planned time. “I want to commend Mears on a great employee. Mr. Rey Gonzalez was calm, polite, and a truly nice guy! We travel many times a year to Florida and Las Vegas. We always take cabs or rent cars. No more! From now on we will always rely on Mears. I will gladly recommend you to everyone, all thanks to Mr. Gonzalez!” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT OIA Starter Cory Short received these words of thanks: “We would like to inform you of the excellent service we received from Cory Short. When we arrived at the baggage claim he quickly made us feel at home. He answered each and every question we had and took care of us very well. Because of his service we are truly glad we chose Mears. He is a big asset to Mears.” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT9LZWLJ[ Vice President, Government & Community Affairs Shannon Gravitte and Motor Coach Operator Joel Mollay were thanked by N. Y. Nathiri with The Association to Preserve the Eatonville Community, Inc.: “Thanks so much for the courtesy transportation from Mears Transportation Group. Today’s session VM[OL5VU7YVÄ[,_LJ\[P]LZ»9V\UK;HISL^HZQ\Z[ perfect, due in large part to our organization’s ability to provide a seamless experience with moving about/around Eatonville. Joel Mollay, our driver, provided superb service; and if the occasion arises again, we’d love to have him back with us.” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT,MÄJPLUJ`9LZWLJ[ M EA RS IN M OTIO N N EW SLETTER • Septem be r - Oc t obe r 2013 9 CUSTOMER COMMENTS Roxane Rose, Account Designer with Executivevents, expressed her thanks for the wonderful service she received from Hello! Florida Account Executive Lorraine Hunter and Creative Services Manager Holly Steinebronn: “After looking through all the bids, Hello! Florida was the one real standout. So yea you! I appreciate the hard work you put into the proposal, the options, the pricing (staying within budget) and creativity.” Senior Account Executive Jennifer Janette adds: Luxury Vehicle Chauffeur Paul Bronson was commended by a grateful customer: “After Paul dropped us off at the Dolphin hotel, my son noticed he had left his wallet in the car. I promptly called Paul and informed him of what happened. He was so nice and offered to bring the wallet back to the hotel after he dropped off his other customers. I am so thankful for Paul and his willingness to go above and beyond to get my son’s wallet back to him. I just wanted the company to know what a GREAT driver he is.” “Lorraine and Holly did an exceptional job beating out 8 other companies for this business. Core Values: 9LZWLJ[0U[LNYP[`,U[O\ZPHZT “The client intended to narrow their selection down to a few companies and go through a second round VMZLSLJ[PVUI\[KPKUV[ÄUKHULLK[VKV[OH[IHZLK on the high-quality proposal they received from us.” Kevin and Shawna Reed, owners of Your Event Florist, were very pleased with the service provided by Hello! Arizona Director of Creative Services Cendy Knight: Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT,MÄJPLUJ` “Tereatha was most informative and exhibited wonderful communication skills. I would like to commend her for her excellent customer service.” “We wanted to thank you IMMENSELY for getting our tariff completed last summer. We have been reviewing our numbers with Hello! Arizona and saw HKLÄUP[LPUJYLHZLPUI\ZPULZZV]LY[OPZSHZ[ZLHZVU and attribute it to having the completed tariff. We cannot begin to thank you for your kind efforts. It [Y\S`^HZZVILULÄJPHSMVY\ZHUK^LQ\Z[HWWYLJPH[L that you took the time with us. We wanted to make sure you knew and to acknowledge the impact it has had on our partnership with Hello! Arizona.” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT9LZWLJ[ Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT Lloyd Roberts, Regional Director for Walgreens Health Systems Solutions, appreciated the service provided by OIA Customer Service Representative Tereatha Williams: Hello! Florida Account Executive Heidi Fischer and Account Manager Karen Betancourt provided great service to Erika Burho, Director of Event Marketing with NYSE Euronext: “Please consider this a very big, very belated thank you for the always-wonderful support you provided at the NYSE’s event in Fort Lauderdale. It was, once again, such a pleasure partnering with you, and I HTZV]LY`HWWYLJPH[P]LVM`V\YÅL_PIPSP[`HUK willingness to make things work in the face of our larger-than-expected turnout. Looking forward to our next opportunity to team up!” Julie Thornton with Grace Bible Church had this to say about Sales Manager Ortancis Gaines and Motor Coach Operator Lionel JeanBaptiste: “Thank you so much for assigning Lionel to our NYV\W>L5,=,9^HU[HU`VULKPMMLYLU[/LÄ[ in with our group better than any driver from any company we have ever used. Please tell him of our appreciation and commendation. Once again, Mears Transportation has met our needs beyond expectation not only with Lionel but with every aspect.” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT9LZWLJ[ Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT A happy customer complimented Sales Coordinator Lisa Wilson and Shuttle Van Driver Mark Bartoszewicz: Sales Coordinator Erin Leonhardt and Motor Coach Operators Jack Henkle and Bradley Lopes received this note of thanks: “Thank you again for your assistance in booking our transportation! Everything worked out perfectly. The driver was so courteous and provided excellent service!” “The Grant Family would like to thank your company for providing us with great professional service. Yours drivers were very courteous, professional and on time. Also, thank you for your support and patience working with me.” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,U[O\ZPHZT Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT,MÄJPLUJ`9LZWLJ[ 10 MEARS IN M OTION NEWSLETTER • September - October 2013 Checker Cab Driver Jean Michel received the appreciation of a customer who called in this compliment: “Erica called to compliment Jean Michel for his superior customer service skills. Her family rode in his taxi from the Beach Club Resort to Disney Quest. When it came time to pay, her husband gave Mr. Michel a $50 bill instead of a $20, and walked away. The driver was honest and immediately returned it to him. Afterwards, they realized they had left their stroller in the back of his cab, and before they could even report it, he once again returned their property to them. They were impressed by his helpfulness and honesty.” Core Values: 0U[LNYP[`9LZWLJ[ Tina S. Phillips, Director with Expense Reduction Analysts, recently sent this note of appreciation for Shuttle Van Driver Brian Duquaine: “We had a wonderful experience with Mears. We relocated our mom and dad from Chicago to Orlando, no easy feat as you can imagine, and I [YH]LSLKHSVUL[V*OPJHNV[VWHJR[OLT\WHUKÅ` them back. Both mom and dad were in wheelchairs, and dad was on a portable oxygen condenser. My brother set up the Mears van to meet us at the airport to take mom and dad to their new digs in Sanford. “The drivers and representative from Mears were waiting at baggage pick-up with a sign welcoming Helen and Tony Stefanos. What a sight! They were very kind, compassionate and patient loading my folks, and all arrived safe and sound. “Again, had to share the experience. It was a nice way to end a very hectic and crazy day!” Core Values: :HML[`,U[O\ZPHZT Sales Coordinator Peggy Nance and Luxury Vehicle Chauffeurs Angel Crespo and Larry Groves made a great impression on this customer: “I want to thank you for all your help in organizing our family transportation. You were so helpful in setting things up and your drivers were prompt, MYPLUKS`JV\Y[LV\ZHUKLMÄJPLU[0^HZHSZV]LY` pleased with the appearance of the vans. Can’t thank you enough - you helped make our family reunion for my husband’s 90th birthday very memorable. I will certainly recommend Mears to any friends who might need your services in the future.” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT CUSTOMER COMMENTS Katie Beddow, Event Coordinator with Linder & Associates, had this to say about Sales Coordinator Lisa Wilson and Hello! Florida Field Staffer Jamie Hickey: “A huge thanks to you and your team for your contribution in making the Thomas & Betts event an amazing experience for our guests. Jamie was wonderful to work with onsite coordinating the arrival and departure of the coaches.” Core Values: ,MÄJPLUJ`,U[O\ZPHZT Stanley G. Smith from Monroe Township, New Jersey commended the exemplary service provided by Luxury Vehicle Chauffeur Louis Grey: “This letter is something I rarely write, but I was so very impressed by one of your Chauffeurs that I feel the need to communicate this to you. I returned home from my trip to Orlando and advised my wife that I felt as if I had made a new friend. It is not often that someone calls a total stranger a new friend, but I was truly impressed by my driver Mr. Louis Grey, who augmented my excellent stay at the 9P[a*HYS[VU0YLHSPaLK[OH[`V\TPNO[ILULÄ[MYVT knowing about my experience with this chauffeur. “Mr. Grey was extremely cordial, friendly, courteous, RUV^SLKNLHISLHUKLMÄJPLU[PUOPZKYP]PUN>OLU0 ÄYZ[Z[LWWLKPU[VOPZJHY[OLJSLHUSPULZZHUK orderliness in the vehicle impressed me immediately. In my mind this was indicative of a person who both enjoyed and took pride in his work. He had a pleasant demeanor which helped lessen the weight of my problems at the time. Our conversation was light, politically neutral. Most importantly, he was a good listener. So many drivers, whether taxi or limousine, can be quite opinionated and overwhelming. Mr. Grey was the opposite of such. “He was very informative and enlightening about different points of interest, not only in Orlando but in other areas of Florida. This was especially helpful to me being a world traveler and always curious about local environments. “Mr. Grey is a very skilled driver. The ride was ZTVV[OHUKNP]LU[OL[YHMÄJPU[OLHYLHOL maintained an air of calm and a very patient demeanor which gave me a sense of safety and well-being. “You should know that as a retired attorney from New Jersey, I have and will continue to recommend him and his services to my family, friends and business acquaintances. If all your drivers are half as good as Mr. Grey, I would have no doubt you have a very successful company. In fact, I have described my experience in Mr. Grey’s vehicle as one of the best, and I do believe that other customers of Mr. Grey would second my emotion.” Hello! Arizona Account Executive Katie Castro received the gratitude of Courtney Miller, Account Director with BCD M&I: “I know I am driving you batty! I just wanted to say thank you. You have been so helpful and responsive!” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,U[O\ZPHZT Hello! Florida Account Executive Chad Daun and Account Manager Danielle Guido provided great service to Courtenay Love, Meetings & Conventions Client Events Director with Visit Orlando®: “Thank you so much for your wonderful partnership in helping to create a memorable and truly unique atmosphere for the DMAI Opening Celebration! “Your team never ceases to amaze us through all the years we have worked together. Danielle/Chad, what can we say, but THANK YOU! You and your onsite team were a pleasure to work with and so accommodating of any changes made. The lighting, décor, bar, swish panels, water wall - all of the details down to the pillows created a high-end event that is truly indicative of Hello! Florida and helped us shine as a destination in front of more than 900 guests! “Thanks again for the attention to detail, top notch service and for partnering on an amazingly successful event!” Core Values: ,U[O\ZPHZT,MÄJPLUJ` Sales Coordinator Jose Ulmos, Motor Coach Operators Cindy Parker and Alvaro Rudinger and Shuttle Van Driver Steven Jennings received these words of gratitude: “Thank you again, Jose, for all of your help and your understanding. I can’t begin to tell you what amazing drivers you have. Cindy, our driver to the port, was just the most delightful person, and the two gentlemen who helped us upon our return were fantastic. I hope they will be recognized for their outstanding service.” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[,U[O\ZPHZT EXAMPLES OF EXCELLENCE Motor Coach Operators Benjamin Ortega and John Sturniolo have served thousands of customers during their tenure with Mears. Recently, our “Mystery Shopper” observed them aboard Disney’s Magical Express (DME). Congratulations to Benjamin and John for earning a Perfect Shopper Report and courtesy award! Here’s what the shopper had to say about their great service: Benjamin Ortega “When I got to the coach Benjamin welcomed me to Disney’s Magical Express and offered to help me with my bags. While waiting to depart, Benjamin was conversing with some passengers who had struck up a friendly conversation with him. When all passengers were on board and we were ready for departure, he welcomed everyone and then said, ‘We will be making four stops totaling about a 30 to 45-minute trip.’ He listed all the stops in the order in which we would make them. Benjamin also informed guests, ‘If you would like more or less air conditioning, you can adjust the knobs above your head to allow however much air you would like, and there is a restroom at the rear of the coach for anyone who needs it.’ As we neared the resorts, Benjamin announced that it would be a good time to take pictures of the Disney arch. Once we passed under the arch, he said, ‘This is where dreams come true.’ He again stated the order of the resorts that we would stop at. He said, ‘Have a great time and thank you for choosing Disney’s Magical Express.’ Before anyone got off the coach he reminded them to grab all of their belongings.” John Sturniolo “When John arrived at the resort, he got off the coach and announced that this was the Disney Magical Express to the Orlando International Airport. He asked all the guests if they had any luggage or if they had sent it to the airport ahead of time. He loaded the luggage for the guests. When the coach started moving, he announced, ‘There will be two more stops and then a 30-minute ride to the airport. Thank you.’ John made sure to repeat this message at each stop. (M[LY[OLÄUHSN\LZ[ZNV[VU[OLJVHJOOLHUUV\UJLK ‘My name is John, very nice to meet you all. It will be about 30 minutes to the airport. If you have given me any luggage I will give it back to you as you depart. If you sent it ahead then it will be on your plane. There is a restroom in the back and if you need to adjust the air you can do so above your head. There will also be a short video once we get going. Thank you for riding Disney’s Magical Express and enjoy the ride.’ When we arrived at the airport John announced which airlines would be at which terminal and wished everyone and their family a safe trip home. As guests departed from the coach, John reminded them to check for all of their belongings, to watch their step as they get off the coach, and then thanked them and helped them with their luggage.” Core Values: 9LZWLJ[:HML[`,MÄJPLUJ` ,U[O\ZPHZT M EA RS IN M OTIO N N EW SLETTER • Septem be r - Oc t obe r 2013 11 MORE COMPANY NEWS Volunteers Alicia Reece Ariel Christenson Brian Purdy Butch Sawyer Cali Stropoli Cari Rubin Carlos Collazo Cathy Larson Chris Recicar Crystal Garcia Dan Ford Daniel Rubin Danielle Ford David Thomas Denny Robles Dylan Fawls Elvia Vazquez Gabriel Perez-Ocana Grace Herzog Ian Kaufman Janice Lowe Jim Ungvary Joy Fleming Julie James Kimberly Pinto Kiara Reece Liliana Padilla Luis Sterling Lydia Cortez Lynn Pool Marcy “Cookie the Clown” Lapetina Marilyn Melendez Matthew Savoie Michael Ford Mickie Goelz Molly Gravitte Pam Ward Pamela Ocana Pete Savoie Robert Phelps Rodger Schmidt Rolando Valentin Russ Mercer Sarah Savoie Shannon Gravitte Shelbi Patrick Shieva Jolly Stanley Rubin Steven Ouy Thomas Maley Tina Fawls Vanessa Velasquez 12 Donations Supplies & Money :`IPS/PJRZ(TLYPJH»Z6MÄJL:V\YJL Ryan Hand / CDW Rhonda Marcus / SunTrust Lisa Harris / Humana George DiGilio / TentLogix Solar Bears Universal Studios Central Florida YMCA Florida Hospital Centra Care MEARS IN M OTION NEWSLETTER • September - October 2013 Children’s Book Donations Brittany Gardner Stephen Phillips Amy Fields Merry Meyer Prize Winners Antonio Arias Brandon Bade Eve Bent-Pittman Dieuvais Brutus James Corbitt Gary Dantes Fritz Gedeon Leslie Lewis Guy Mauvais Jeff Miller Alphonsus Oguike Frantz Rivette Mounes Rizk Maria Rodriguez Ricardo Rodriguez Velma Rogers David Rose Gloria Smith Patty Soto Elies Toussaint Denzi Wroy