Motorcoach Companies Helping Communities Devastated by Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene has left widespread destruction, impacting thousands of families and communities along the Atlantic Coast. Now, more than ever, our efforts can make a difference. Several motorcoach companies are stepping up to provide essential support, supplies, and aid to help these communities recover. Join us in this relief effort by donating or volunteering.

How You Can Help

You can get involved in the following ways:

  • Monetary Donations: Financial contributions go directly toward providing essentials like food, water, and shelter for those affected. You can donate directly to local relief organizations.
  • Supply Donations: Essential items like bottled water, canned goods, hygiene products, blankets, and first aid supplies are urgently needed. Find local drop-off points where you can bring these much-needed supplies.
  • Volunteer: Consider volunteering your time to help distribute supplies or assist with rebuilding efforts. Local organizations and motorcoach companies are organizing efforts to transport volunteers and supplies to the affected areas.

 

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ABA Members Recognized with Prestigious Industry Awards during Marketplace

  • January 16, 2020
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ABA congratulates the members who were recognized with prestigious awards during its 2020 Marketplace in Omaha, Neb., for their contribution to the motorcoach and group travel industry.

BISC Norm Littler Memorial Safety Award


The Norm Littler Safety Award recognizes an individual or an organization affiliated with the motorcoach industry for their commitment and investment in the day-to-day safety of the traveling public.
Winner: Carmen Daecher, Daecher Consulting, Camp Hill, Pa.

 

BusRide Good Stewardship Award


The BUSRide Industry Good Steward Award honors the recipient who demonstrates personal qualities that stretch beyond conventional leadership to inspire, nurture and guide bus and coach transportation.
Winner: John Oakman, Independent Bus Company Inc & J & J Transit Inc./A Coach USA Co., Elizabeth, N.J.

 

Groups Today TODAY! Award


The Groups Today TODAY! Award is presented to the ABA bus and tour operator member who demonstrates spirit and valor in their company culture, marketing and tour planning.
Winner: Bob Roger’s Tours, Naperville, Ill.

 

MCI Leadership & Environmental Sustainability Award


The ABA Green Spirit Award Sponsored by Motor Coach Industries (MCI) recognizes motorcoach industry leaders for their investment in environmentally responsible equipment and the adoption of green business practices. The Green Spirit Award is based on three aspects of a company’s operations: administrative, maintenance, equipment and facility practices.
Winner: Coach USA, Paramus, N.J.

 

Metro Innovative Operator Award


The Metro Magazine Innovative Operator of the Year Award is presented to an individual whose exemplary practices have set their company apart in the industry.
Winner: GoPegasus, Orlando, Fla.

 

MCI Motorcoach Driver of the Year Award

The Motorcoach Driver of the Year Award recognizes an individual who has gone above and beyond the performance of his or her duties as an Over-The-Road Motorcoach Driver, professionally executing safe motorcoach operation, while providing the traveling public with the safest form of passenger transportation in the United States.

Winner: Tom McGlynn, Anderson Coach & Travel, Greenville, Pa.

 

Women in Buses Award


The Women in Buses award, sponsored by MCI, recognizes the role of women in the motorcoach industry who work collaboratively on issues and concerns of women business leaders as well as industry specific trends in this male-dominated industry.
Winner: Kim Grzywacz, CIT Signature Transportation, Ames, Iowa.

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