- a new and innovative way to communicate with our clients in this specialist field.
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As the Head of the Gerrard Roadshow team for over 10 Years. I wanted to create a forum where we can share information and news about our company with the Roadshow sector.
We have therefore produced an inaugural edition of "The Roadshow" newsletter with the key objective being to keep our existing clients informed on Gerrard developments globally. In addition we hope to reach out to new and prospective clients in a creative and unobtrusive way.
I hope you enjoy our first edition - I'd love to hear your feedback!
Simon Rose
Head of Roadshows Worldwide
Email: [email protected]
Direct Line: +44 (0) 208 971 1777
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The new GREEN Mercedes E-Class
... It's so GREEN they called it "BLUE"
Yes folks, it has arrived, the all new Mercedes E-Class hybrid!! The Gerrard RS team has been testing two models over the past month and have found the vehicle to be perfectly suited to our business. Furthermore, the vehicle's credentials, both in terms of fuel economy and reduced CO2 emissions, make this the natural choice for a company sensitive to its environmental responsibilities.
Gerrard has always remained loyal to the Mercedes brand, resisting the pull of cheaper alternatives and it seems our loyalty and patience is starting to pay dividends. The new E-Class is fantastic! We are now in negotiations with Mercedes-Benz UK to purchase 25 further vehicles over the coming year to revamp and expand our existing fleet.
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Recent Survey
In a recent survey carried out by a well-respected consultant in the ground transport sector it was found that 80% of corporate clients highlight security as the key factor in choosing a new chauffeur vendor, even beating price into third place!!
We are consequently very proud to state that Gerrard is the only chauffeur company in London to carry out a Counter Terrorist Check (CTC) on each of its drivers. Such security clearance can only be obtained by a person who is sponsored to do so and only if that person is contracted to work on one or more classified Ministry of Defence projects.
Gerrard was sponsored by the Metropolitan Police Service when Gerrard won their account in 2011, a contract under which Gerrard transports high ranking/armed officers across London and the South East.
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New Team Member
Gerrard is delighted to announce that Rupert Beecroft has joined the senior management team. A qualified lawyer by trade, it seems Rupert is keen to follow in the footsteps of his father, our current MD, by choosing the chauffeur business for his future.
Simon Beecroft said: "I'm delighted Rupert has joined Team Gerrard. Both of my sons, Rupert and Sebastian, our IT Director, are now working closely with me within the Gerrard fold, thus ensuring the company's long term vision and keeping this a family-run business"
Rupert added: "Joining Gerrard presents a challenging but exciting proposition. The current team are highly skilled and experienced in their field and hope I can live up to their high expectations and add value wherever possible. I see the chauffeur business undertaking dramatic change over the next decade and I want Gerrard to be at the forefront of that change, embracing the challenges ahead and remaining a leader in the roadshow sector. I look forward to introducing myself to all our clients in the months ahead".
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Flying High
Gerrard RS has joined forces with private aviation company, Jet Logic, and is looking to embark on synergistic joint ventures over the coming months, enabling our clients to derive maximum value from both services under their existing accounts. We also very much hope that Jet Logic's Managing Director, Leigh Wilson, will contribute to future editions of "The Roadshow".
For further information about Jet Logic, please visit: www.jet-logic.com
As a business we are keen to develop new strategic alliances with other companies. By sharing experiences and developing new markets, we can continue to demonstrate added value to all of our clients.
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From Russia with Love ...
Gerrard RS has recently been awarded contracts with several niche Russian finance houses that have a roadshow requirement. As a business we see the Russian market as an exciting area for our business to develop and learn.
To this end we intend to recruit a new Russian speaking roadshow executive as activity in this area continues to grow.
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Let us Know ...
Please let us know what you think of the first edition of The Roadshow and what you would like to see in future editions, such as interviews with leading industry figures, new venues, technology etc.
Just for a little fun, we thought we'd offer a Clarins gift set for the best comment!
Please send them to [email protected]