Heard on the EXPO floor
“I’ve learned more about the industry in these few days at EXPO than the last few months since I bought my business. I come from…
New UMA foundation will offer learning opportunities and address workforce shortages
NASHVILLE—The United Motorcoach Association’s newest initiative is designed to enhance professional development and address workforce shortages across the industry.![]()
2020 UMA award winners drive innovation on and off the road
Among the most inspiring aspects of the United Motorcoach Association’s annual EXPO are the awards given out to UMA members who are improving the industry…
Why peak pricing pays off
The peak pricing concept seemed like a solid way to boost revenues when Discovery Charters owners Richard and Jeanne Dorr first heard of the strategy…
Prevost invests $14 million in California facility
HAYWARD, Calif.—Prevost has opened its largest service facility in a Northern California community that began as a stagecoach stop for people heading to gold rush…
Private equity investors driving industry consolidation
Mergers and acquisitions are expected to be strong through 2020 as private equity firms see the motorcoach industry as a good investment, especially with concerns…
Charter operator plays starring role in taking 9,000 students to ‘Hamilton’
In 2019, The Dan and Lillian King Foundation of Monterey, California, committed to underwrite an ambitious goal: Take every eighth grader in Monterey County to…
Delivering luxury service: Advice from a limo expert
You don’t need to own a limousine to make luxury part of your brand. As motorcoach operators are facing increased competition from limousine companies, Kenneth…
