Dolphin Transportation, founded by Francis Papps and Tim Rose, operates out of Naples, Florida, with additional locations in Miami, Tampa/Sarasota, Fort Myers and Marco Island. Tim Rose, a respected industry veteran, will continue to lead Dolphin as President and will also assume the role of President of Hoffmann Transportation Enterprises. In his expanded role, Tim will collaborate with Tamir Rankow and Randy Smith, Directors of the Hoffmann Family of Companies, to drive future acquisitions and enhance customer service offerings across the transportation portfolio.
(From Left) Tamir Rankow, Tim Rose, David Hoffmann, Randy Smith
“Dolphin Transportation began in 1994 on Nantucket Island, Massachusetts, and has grown into one of the largest operators in the country,” said Tim Rose. “Joining forces with the Hoffmann Family of Companies represents an exciting chapter for our team. We look forward to leveraging their expertise and resources to elevate the luxury transportation experience for our valued clients.”
Tim Rose currently serves on the National Limousine Association, Florida Limousine Association and the Chauffeured Transportation Association of New Jersey Boards, and previously served as President of the Chauffeured Transportation Association of New Jersey for many years.
Dolphin Transportation specializes in premium transportation and coordination services for large events, groups and corporate clients nationwide. The company has expanded its reach through strategic acquisitions, including SRQ Transportation in Sarasota in 2020 and Key Transportation in Miami in 2021.
“We are thrilled to welcome Dolphin Transportation Specialists into the Hoffmann family,” said Randy Smith, Director of the Hoffmann Family of Companies. “Their reputation for excellence aligns perfectly with our commitment to delivering exceptional service across all our business ventures.”
With this acquisition, the Hoffmann Family of Companies solidifies its position as the largest private owner-operator of a Black Car vehicle fleet in the United States, offering comprehensive services across major cities, including Dallas, Miami, Tampa, Naples, Fort Myers, Sarasota, Marco Island, Napa and Sonoma Valley, San Francisco, St. Louis, Augusta, Missouri, and Aspen, Colorado.
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