Carl Ortell CEO Holman Enterprises
How is Holman helping its clients navigate today’s challenging landscape? It goes without saying that the pandemic has fundamentally changed the way many organizations conduct business and we certainly weren’t immune to the pandemic’s impact. Fortunately, our organization was well prepared to overcome many of the shortterm challenges and we remain in a strong position for sustained growth. However, as we emerge from the pandemic, this continued recovery will be a particular area of focus for our entire Holman family of businesses. From a business perspective, we remain focused on helping both our B2B and B2C customers navigate this time of unparalleled uncertainty. Our truly unique perspective of the entire automotive landscape and ability to leverage the competencies of our various businesses continue to be a key differentiator for Holman. Whether that means offering creative solutions to retail customers who are shopping for their next vehicle during this time of unprecedented demand or working with fleet operators to adjust their strategies to align with the new realities of their business, we welcome the opportunity to travel the road ahead together. What is Holman’s economic impact on the South Jersey community? Among the core tenets of our corporate philosophy is an unwavering commitment to supporting and making a meaningful contribution to the communities in which we live and work. That being said, I couldn’t be prouder of Holman’s economic and social impact on the South Jersey community – a place we’ve called home for nearly a century. Today, we employ nearly 3,000 individuals throughout the region and provide automotive services to countless others. I’d also be remiss if I didn’t touch on our philanthropy and community service, which continue to be fundamental to who we are as an organization. 92
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New Jersey’s main power sources in 2019 were natural gas and nuclear power.
( ) location, companies often look to infrastructure as a barometer of a region’s attractiveness. Strong public transport, commuter links and proximity to efficient airports is often sought after. In South Jersey, the transit and transport systems have been highlighted as a potential barrier to future economic growth, according to the Southern New Jersey Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for 2020-2025. South Jersey has historically been isolated from the rest of the state and the greater Philadelphia area by a lack of four-lane or interstate highways. Public transport links are sparse and the NJT Route 553 bus from Bridgeton to Atlantic City is one of the most active transit lines in the entire NJ Transit system, highlighting high unmet demand. Another area highlighted for improvement is the Jersey Shore’s prolific boardwalks, which are in need of replacement and repair so the region remains an
