Bus industry publication features Community Spec, Ryan Kelly’s tips for motorcoach companies to find more business

The December 1, 2009 issue of Bus & Motorcoach News featured Ryan Kelly’s presentation to the California Bus Association as part of its industry news section.

The article points out Kelly’s advice to motorcoach companies to diversify their operations and bring in a regular flow of money by forming partnerships with cities and public transit agencies.

Kelly’s other tips presented to motorcoach operators include the following:

  • Prepare a template with information about your company for any opportunities that may arise.
  • Have RFPs reviewed by an attorney to reduce confusion
  • Learn about RFPs nationally with www.fbov.gov.
  • Regularly attend city council and transit board meetings to learn about upcoming contracts.
  • Keep an eye out for grant oppportunities.
  • Widen marketing efforts by seeking out opportunities to get your name and pictures in publications.
  • Pay attention to social marketing and its free offerings.

Kelly said,

It’s amazing how much you can do and not have to pay for it.”

To see Kelly’s presentation, check out this post: Ryan Kelly gives talk at California Bus Association about staying modern in business world, accessing grants.