Bruce Hikmet Gundogdu
Park Ridge,NJ
Summary
Accomplished chauffeur with 25+ years of experience serving the tri-state area. Known for providing exceptional transportation services to renowned celebrities and esteemed CEOs. Have had the privilege of chauffeuring notable individuals including Joe Biden, Brad Pitt, Kim Kardashian, John Kerry, Antony Quinn, Taylor Swift, Robert Soros, Elizabeth and James Murdoch, among others. Particularly honored to have served Bruce Willis and his family in a private capacity for an extended period.
Knowledgeable Chauffeur with solid track record in providing safe and timely transportation for high-profile clients. Proven ability to navigate efficiently and maintain vehicle cleanliness and readiness. Demonstrated reliability and excellent customer service skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chauffeur
Array
07.2022 - Current
- Employed as a part time Chauffeur catering to the commuting needs of a New York City Household and their network of acquaintances
- Ensuring seamless transportation to airports, Business engagements, and other destinations
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Planned routes to avoid traffic and provide smooth journeys.
- Provided friendly and professional service to create positive impressions.
- Adhered to company policies and local laws at all times, ensuring safe transportation for all clients.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and professional transportation services.
- Handled sensitive situations discreetly to maintain client confidentiality and privacy.
- Demonstrated flexibility in meeting clients' changing preferences or schedules with minimal disruption.
- Coordinated complex itineraries involving multiple stops or destinations using advanced organizational skills.
- Navigated various GPS systems and mobile apps efficiently to optimize route planning and scheduling.
- Provided exceptional customer service by anticipating clients'' needs while maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations.
Chauffeur/Estate Manager
Hudson News
04.2019 - 05.2022
- Driving the CEO of the company and his family to NYC, Hampton residence, and more to other destinations
- Managing their NJ and NYC estates
- Overseeing upkeep of equipment and vehicles
- Worked well independently and on a team to solve problems
- Organized and prioritized work to complete assignments in a timely, efficient manner
- Work seamlessly with other house staff including Housekeeper/Chef
- Managing relationships with subcontractors to scope work, obtain estimates, schedule work, monitor progress, and resolve issues
- Maintained cleanliness of vehicle to provide pleasant rides for passengers.
- Planned routes to avoid traffic and provide smooth journeys.
- Drove clients to various destinations while ensuring comfort and safety.
- Resolved minor issues during trips to maintain passenger satisfaction.
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Provided friendly and professional service to create positive impressions.
- Vacuumed, cleaned and sanitized vehicles between customers.
- Updated logs and tracking documents accurately and according to schedule requirements.
- Maintained excellent vehicle cleanliness, both interior and exterior, for optimal client comfort.
- Provided courteous assistance with luggage handling, ensuring the safe transport of personal belongings.
- Ensured passenger safety by adhering to traffic laws and regulations at all times.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing punctual, reliable transportation services and maintaining a professional demeanor.
- Calculated bills, issued receipts and accepted payments.
- Answered, scheduled, and responded to reservation calls at specific times and locations.
- Coordinated airport transfers seamlessly between terminals while maintaining strong communication with clients during travel transitions.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Maintained a pristine vehicle appearance, ensuring a comfortable and professional environment for clients.
- Coordinated with security teams during high-profile events ensuring clients were provided with the highest level of safety and discretion possible.
- Managed tight schedules and unforeseen delays, consistently delivering clients to their destinations on time.
- Continuously updated knowledge of local attractions, restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues in order to provide informed recommendations to clients upon request.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections before each trip, guaranteeing the safety of passengers during transit.
Chauffeur
Ezryder LLC
06.2010 - 03.2019
- Working exclusively for Warner Brothers and Fox searchlight with A list clients on movie premiers
- Working with A list clients on daily activities, family errands, airport rides and private events
- Training new chauffeurs with this very high demanding work
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Planned routes to avoid traffic and provide smooth journeys.
- Provided friendly and professional service to create positive impressions.
- Drove clients to various destinations while ensuring comfort and safety.
- Maintained cleanliness of vehicle to provide pleasant rides for passengers.
- Resolved minor issues during trips to maintain passenger satisfaction.
- Adhered to company policies and local laws at all times, ensuring safe transportation for all clients.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and professional transportation services.
- Maintained a clean and comfortable vehicle for the optimal passenger experience.
- Provided exceptional customer service by anticipating clients'' needs while maintaining a calm demeanor in high-pressure situations.
- Developed extensive knowledge of city landmarks, restaurants, hotels, airports, and other points of interest to better serve clients'' needs.
- Handled sensitive situations discreetly to maintain client confidentiality and privacy.
- Coordinated complex itineraries involving multiple stops or destinations using advanced organizational skills.
- Demonstrated flexibility in meeting clients' changing preferences or schedules with minimal disruption.
- Navigated various GPS systems and mobile apps efficiently to optimize route planning and scheduling.
- Safely transported VIPs, executives, celebrities or individuals with special requirements while respecting their privacy concerns.
- Assisted passengers with luggage to provide seamless door-to-door service.
- Ensured punctuality by planning efficient routes, accounting for traffic and construction delays.
- Contributed positively to team morale by consistently displaying professionalism under pressure.
- Maintained log of daily trips to keep accurate records of fares and destinations.
- Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
- Accepted payments and provided receipts for fares to keep accurate records of transactions.
- Developed deep knowledge of local routes and area destinations.
- Remained calm and poised in emergent situations.
- Drove VIPs to corporate events and meetings.
- Maintained impeccable records of daily drives, vehicle maintenance and notable incidents.
- Maintained excellent vehicle cleanliness, both interior and exterior, for optimal client comfort.
Executive Chauffeur
Phillips Auction NYC
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills when coordinating travel plans with executive assistants and other support staff.
- Coordinated with security teams during high-profile events ensuring clients were provided with the highest level of safety and discretion possible.
- Maintained a pristine vehicle appearance, ensuring a comfortable and professional environment for clients.
- Stayed current with traffic patterns, construction zones, and alternate routes to ensure efficient navigation at all times.
- Exercised discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive information or high-profile passengers.
- Managed tight schedules and unforeseen delays, consistently delivering clients to their destinations on time.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections before each trip, guaranteeing the safety of passengers during transit.
- Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Remained calm and poised in emergent situations.
Executive Chauffeur
Attitude Limousine LLC
05.2010 - 02.2015
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and efficient transportation services.
- Coordinated with security teams during high-profile events ensuring clients were provided with the highest level of safety and discretion possible.
- Managed tight schedules and unforeseen delays, consistently delivering clients to their destinations on time.
- Continuously updated knowledge of local attractions, restaurants, hotels, and entertainment venues in order to provide informed recommendations to clients upon request.
- Conducted thorough vehicle inspections before each trip, guaranteeing the safety of passengers during transit.
- Streamlined pick-up and drop-off processes by maintaining open lines of communication with both clients and dispatchers.
- Obtained necessary permits for special events or designated parking areas, ensuring seamless experiences for clients during events or meetings.
- Navigated complex routes with ease, resulting in punctual arrivals to destinations and meetings.
- Remained calm and poised in emergent situations.
- Responded with ease to sudden changes in routes and schedules.
- Drove VIPs to corporate events and meetings.
Education
Associate Degree - Network Engineering
Katherine Gibbs Institute
New York, NY06-2002
Bachelor Degree - Art and History
Istanbul University
Istanbul,Turkey01.1984
Skills
- Clear Verbal and Written Communication
- Defensive Driving
- Timely Attendance
- Responsive to New Challenges
- Accident-Free Driving History
- Courteous Communication
- Skilled in Accident Prevention Driving
- Knowledge of Vehicle Types
- Safe driving
- Flexibility
- Professional manner
Accomplishments
- Generated consistent referrals and repeat business by providing friendly and fast service.
- Increased profits by revamping scheduling, maintenance and driver procedures.
Certification
Defensive Driving training certification, D.D.T.C. New York State
- Chauffeur's License - NY Department of Motor Vehicles.
- Professional Chauffeur Training Certificate - Limousine, Charter, and Tour Magazine (LCT).
- NJ Driver's License
- Holds Gun Permit from NJ
- Served inTurkish Navy as Commando
- Amateur Boxing skills
Personal Information
- Place of Birth: Istanbul
- Nationality: Turkish/American
- Driving License: G92683310012642
best driver awards
I have been honored to receive the Excellent Chauffeur Award multiple times throughout my career. Additionally , I have been fortunate to received birthday cards from celebrities as well as from certain Presidents of the United States
Timeline
Chauffeur
Array
07.2022 - Current
Chauffeur/Estate Manager
Hudson News
04.2019 - 05.2022
Executive Chauffeur
Phillips Auction NYC
03.2016 - 01.2018
Chauffeur
Ezryder LLC
06.2010 - 03.2019
Executive Chauffeur
Attitude Limousine LLC
05.2010 - 02.2015
Associate Degree - Network Engineering
Katherine Gibbs Institute
Bachelor Degree - Art and History
Istanbul University
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