SEATTLE — The North West Motorcoach Association elected Dave Stevens of Starline Luxury Coaches as president during its 26th annual operators conference, driver competition and vendor showcase.
“It’s a privilege to serve our members, listen to their perspectives, and help move the association forward,” said Stevens, chief operating officer and general manager of The Starline Collection. “I look forward to working closely with our members and industry partners to advance shared goals and build a stronger future for the motorcoach industry.”
Other officers and board representatives elected include:
- Rick Henderson, Premier Coaches Northwest, past president.
- Colin McKay, Belair Charters, vice president.
- Jeffery Brennan, Traxx America Inc., treasurer.
- Doug Park, MTR Western, and Jeremy Butler, Butler Seattle, large operator representatives.
- Brian Giles, Alpha Omega Tours & Charter, medium operator representative.
- Perez Asphy, Presidential Transportation LLC, and Andrew Yuzko, Viewpoint Coach Lines, small operator representatives.
- Dale Paziuk, Prevost, manufacturer representative.
- Jeff Bader, IMA, and Anthony Borgomainerio, Marsh McLennan Agency, supplier representatives.
- Kerry Winters, Freedom Tours NW, tour operator representative.
The conference brought together motorcoach operators, drivers, vendors and other industry partners for association business, networking and professional development. The driver competition, known as the ROADEO, highlighted drivers’ skills, while the vendor showcase featured products and services for motorcoach businesses.
“When operators, drivers, and vendors come together, everyone sees the bigger picture, and better, safer, more reliable solutions move forward,” said Mary Presley, NWMA executive director. “Events like this give our association a chance to share knowledge, recognize one another’s contributions, and strengthen the connections that support the industry.”
Founded in 1998, NWMA represents bus operators in Idaho, Oregon, Washington and neighboring states. The association advocates for the industry, provides legislative updates and offers professional development through meetings, seminars, driver competitions and technician sessions.
