General Motors (NYSE: GM, TSX: GMM.U) is an American multinational automaker based in Detroit, Michigan and the world's second largest automaker after Toyota of Japan.[3] The old General Motors Corporation was originally founded in 1908 and was reestablished as of July 10, 2009.[4] With its global headquarters in Detroit, GM employs 209,000 people in every major region of the world and does business in some 157 countries. General Motors produces cars and trucks in 31 countries, and sells and services these vehicles through the following divisions/brands: Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, GMC, Opel, Vauxhall, and Holden, as well as two joint ventures in China. GM's OnStar subsidiary provides vehicle safety, security and information services.
On June 8, 2009, Motors Liquidation Company was reorganized by bankruptcy protection under the provisions of Chapter 11, Title 11, United States Code. On July 10, 2009, with financing partially provided by the US Government, a new General Motors was created from the reorganization[5] and was listed on major stock exchanges on November 18, 2010 with the world's largest IPO.
Ron Gromoll read the names of World Trade Center-related hijackers in the Gainesville newspaper, scrolled through the two-year guest history in his hotel’s PMS system, found one of the hijacker's name, and sent it to the FBI. As general manager of the 152-room Best Western Gateway Grand in Gainesville, Florida, Gromoll, who also teaches classes at the nearby community college and oversees their hospitality program, is known for being a proactive executive.
"For the past year, we have had a major bridge building construction project outside our hotel," said Gromoll. "Our numbers should have been way down but statistics show we are even with last year, and are still leading the whole town. Smith Travel data from August posted 82.1% versus 63.9% for us and our competitors, respectively."
Gromoll attributes the property's success to a high price-to-value ratio, the in-depth training of the hotel's staff on the PMS system, Excel, and Word applications, and internal operational efficiency. "The hotel was built to upgraded Crowne Plaza specifications and opened under a Best Western flag. Guests are 'wowed' by the upscale Mediterranean feel." Gromoll noted the property earned $120,000 in revenue this year through travel agency consortiums and spent only $3,000 on marketing. He also said 35% of the property's business is convention related, which gives the property's Maestro PMS system from NORTHWIND plenty of action in the group module. Advantages of the Maestro system include:
Windows-based ease of use, typically learned in one to two days by the staff, whose attrition rate is 150%;
A simple yet robust tracking system for efficiently setting up conference and group accounts and serving guests;
Minimum time spent on tasks because of the efficient flow of system functions such as checking guests in and out; creating reservations, guest look-ups for phone calls, and searching for account data.
Gromoll's passion for training and education has also served the Best Western Gateway Grand well. "I believe strongly in education, whether it is on property or in the classroom," said Gromoll, whose college hospitality classes are well attended. "We get good people in our hotel program; I like teaching so it is a good fit, especially since I can mine the classes for potential employees. Last week I gave an '‘Introduction to Hospitality' lecture to 120 students at the University of Florida. I think if other GMs kept in touch with the universities and colleges in their areas they would have plenty of applicants, even if they did not want to teach."
Best Western Gateway Grand's primary markets are government, and sports teams since the property is centrally located between the capital of Florida, Tallahassee, and the University of Florida in Gainesville. It is also equidistant from St. Augustine, Jacksonville, and Daytona Beach, and within 12 miles from local Gainesville attractions. Those include Sante Fe Community College, Florida Museum of Natural History, Stephan C. O'Connel Center, Center for Performing Arts, the Hippodrome State Theater, and the Downtown Gainesville Historic District.
The General Motors Dealership Employee Purchase Program (The Program) provides eligible participants (Participant) residing in the United States with the opportunity to purchase/lease new or unused vehicles at The Program prices. Leasing arrangements can be made through any financial institution.
By purchasing a vehicle through The Program, the Participant acknowledges these Rules and Guidelines and agrees to abide by them. It is the responsibility of the Participant to know the rules of The Program as set forth in this document. Violations of these rules by the Participant will result in sanctions against the Participant.
The Program may be withdrawn at any time, and its terms are subject to change from time to time by General Motors (GM). Final decisions in all matters relating to the interpretation of any rule or phrase of this activity rest solely with General Motors.
If purchasing or leasing a vehicle under
The Program with cash or through a loan, ownership must be retained for at least
six (6) months from the date of delivery
of the vehicle.
GM reserves the right to modify the retention rules at any time. Retention periods for some vehicles may be
different than the retention period referenced in previous versions of the
Rules and Guidelines.
Titling restrictions
A vehicle purchased/leased under The Program must be used for the personal, noncommercial use/transportation of the Participant. It is prohibited under The Program to purchase/lease and register/title a vehicle and then surrender the vehicle for part or all of the required retention period to any other person. In addition, it is prohibited under The Program to purchase/lease a vehicle for commercial use. Vehicles purchased under The Program must be registered, licensed, titled, insured and
owned by the Participant. Vehicles may
be jointly registered, licensed, titled, insured and/or owned in the Participant’s name
and the name of his or her spouse.
Vehicles may also be titled in the name
of a living trust that bears the name of
the eligible Participant.
General Motors, a global automobile manufacturer based in the U.S., offers a comprehensive benefits package to the survivors of former GM employees who earned retirement from the company, or who passed away while actively employed with the organization. These benefits are designed to provide for the family members of GM employees and include health care and dental coverage, life insurance and ongoing financial benefits through the company's employee pension program.
On June 8, 2009, Motors Liquidation Company was reorganized by bankruptcy protection under the provisions of Chapter 11, Title 11, United States Code. On July 10, 2009, with financing partially provided by the US Government, a new General Motors was created from the reorganization[5] and was listed on major stock exchanges on November 18, 2010 with the world's largest IPO.
Ron Gromoll read the names of World Trade Center-related hijackers in the Gainesville newspaper, scrolled through the two-year guest history in his hotel’s PMS system, found one of the hijacker's name, and sent it to the FBI. As general manager of the 152-room Best Western Gateway Grand in Gainesville, Florida, Gromoll, who also teaches classes at the nearby community college and oversees their hospitality program, is known for being a proactive executive.
"For the past year, we have had a major bridge building construction project outside our hotel," said Gromoll. "Our numbers should have been way down but statistics show we are even with last year, and are still leading the whole town. Smith Travel data from August posted 82.1% versus 63.9% for us and our competitors, respectively."
Gromoll attributes the property's success to a high price-to-value ratio, the in-depth training of the hotel's staff on the PMS system, Excel, and Word applications, and internal operational efficiency. "The hotel was built to upgraded Crowne Plaza specifications and opened under a Best Western flag. Guests are 'wowed' by the upscale Mediterranean feel." Gromoll noted the property earned $120,000 in revenue this year through travel agency consortiums and spent only $3,000 on marketing. He also said 35% of the property's business is convention related, which gives the property's Maestro PMS system from NORTHWIND plenty of action in the group module. Advantages of the Maestro system include:
Windows-based ease of use, typically learned in one to two days by the staff, whose attrition rate is 150%;
A simple yet robust tracking system for efficiently setting up conference and group accounts and serving guests;
Minimum time spent on tasks because of the efficient flow of system functions such as checking guests in and out; creating reservations, guest look-ups for phone calls, and searching for account data.
Gromoll's passion for training and education has also served the Best Western Gateway Grand well. "I believe strongly in education, whether it is on property or in the classroom," said Gromoll, whose college hospitality classes are well attended. "We get good people in our hotel program; I like teaching so it is a good fit, especially since I can mine the classes for potential employees. Last week I gave an '‘Introduction to Hospitality' lecture to 120 students at the University of Florida. I think if other GMs kept in touch with the universities and colleges in their areas they would have plenty of applicants, even if they did not want to teach."
Best Western Gateway Grand's primary markets are government, and sports teams since the property is centrally located between the capital of Florida, Tallahassee, and the University of Florida in Gainesville. It is also equidistant from St. Augustine, Jacksonville, and Daytona Beach, and within 12 miles from local Gainesville attractions. Those include Sante Fe Community College, Florida Museum of Natural History, Stephan C. O'Connel Center, Center for Performing Arts, the Hippodrome State Theater, and the Downtown Gainesville Historic District.
The General Motors Dealership Employee Purchase Program (The Program) provides eligible participants (Participant) residing in the United States with the opportunity to purchase/lease new or unused vehicles at The Program prices. Leasing arrangements can be made through any financial institution.
By purchasing a vehicle through The Program, the Participant acknowledges these Rules and Guidelines and agrees to abide by them. It is the responsibility of the Participant to know the rules of The Program as set forth in this document. Violations of these rules by the Participant will result in sanctions against the Participant.
The Program may be withdrawn at any time, and its terms are subject to change from time to time by General Motors (GM). Final decisions in all matters relating to the interpretation of any rule or phrase of this activity rest solely with General Motors.
If purchasing or leasing a vehicle under
The Program with cash or through a loan, ownership must be retained for at least
six (6) months from the date of delivery
of the vehicle.
GM reserves the right to modify the retention rules at any time. Retention periods for some vehicles may be
different than the retention period referenced in previous versions of the
Rules and Guidelines.
Titling restrictions
A vehicle purchased/leased under The Program must be used for the personal, noncommercial use/transportation of the Participant. It is prohibited under The Program to purchase/lease and register/title a vehicle and then surrender the vehicle for part or all of the required retention period to any other person. In addition, it is prohibited under The Program to purchase/lease a vehicle for commercial use. Vehicles purchased under The Program must be registered, licensed, titled, insured and
owned by the Participant. Vehicles may
be jointly registered, licensed, titled, insured and/or owned in the Participant’s name
and the name of his or her spouse.
Vehicles may also be titled in the name
of a living trust that bears the name of
the eligible Participant.
General Motors, a global automobile manufacturer based in the U.S., offers a comprehensive benefits package to the survivors of former GM employees who earned retirement from the company, or who passed away while actively employed with the organization. These benefits are designed to provide for the family members of GM employees and include health care and dental coverage, life insurance and ongoing financial benefits through the company's employee pension program.