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We appreciate your hard work helping with our wedding! People felt very taken care of! Your transportation rocked!!!

-- Dylan Lauren, CEO & Founder, Dylan's Candy Bar

What is PRIVATE MOTORING®? Get to know the full feature set of our luxury vans.

Richard Fertig
Alex Laetsch
Garrett Scheffler
Heather Holland

Founder

Founder and President Richard Fertig set out to redefine ground transportation with passion and purpose. After a decade globetrotting as a hedge fund Managing Director, Brilliant grew from his first-hand understanding of all manner of transport, both public and private. Inspired by his own insight, Richard created a new, unprecedented travel experience, satisfying a lifelong draw to entrepreneurship in the process. Richard graduated from Cornell University (1991). He holds an MBA in Finance from Wharton (1998). A happily married father of three, he can be found in the Brilliant office or van, developing his next big idea for your enjoyment.
Brilliant Analyst
Alex is a recent graduate of the University of Southern California with a degree in Global Business Management with an Entrepreneurship concentration. He joined the Brilliant team in order to gain hands on experience in an exciting and growing organization. His favorite part of his job is the excitement of dealing with new challenges and the fact that every day is different from the last. While at USC, he ran varsity track and field and was also a member of the Kappa Sigma fraternity. His other interests include travel, hiking, golf and spending time with friends and family.
Brilliant Analyst
A recent Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute graduate, Garrett majored in Industrial and Management Engineering with a minor in Product Design. At Brilliant, Garrett innovates the company’s data infrastructure; He’s currently developing new systems to manage the core business processes, enabling the Brilliant team to offer clients a seamless travel experience. He splits his time between writing endless lines of code, and visiting each Brilliant department to determine which of the latest technologies will make the biggest impact. In his free time, Garrett enjoys watching movies, playing tennis and golf, and visiting his family and fraternity brothers of Lambda Chi Alpha.
Brilliant Analyst
Heather studied English Literature before making the move to NYC, readily accepting her first of many agency jobs as copywriter and conceptor. She went rogue early on, pursuing a freelance career that has allowed her to lend ideas and words to the entertainment, fashion and lifestyle industries in branding and marketing capacities ever since. Her work for NYC’s luxury health-club, Clay, earned recognition in Communication Art Design Annual 43. Also versed in event coverage and production management, she plans to bring the full threat of her skills to her role here, in hopes of just being brilliant.

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About Brilliant Transportation

Based in New York City and Los Angeles, Brilliant proudly introduced the concept of Private Motoring®, offering the most elegantly appointed and technologically advanced fleet of custom, chauffeured Mercedes-Benz multi-passenger vans and minibuses in the country.

Catering to a unique roster of celebrated and influential clientele, Brilliant has outfitted their 7 passenger flagship vans with a comprehensive and unparalleled array of digital and wireless communication devices and formats, all designated to enable a seamless transition from location to location. Whether for short-term or overnight travel, clients are accompanied by a multidisciplinary member of Brilliant’s first-rate team of chauffeurs, and can expect every in-vehicle amenity required to keep productive, connected and comfortable from their door to destination.

Even green travelers can rest assured — Brilliant Vans run on low-sulfur diesel, which is far more environmentally responsible than traditional, high-octane gasoline. And at approximately 20 miles per gallon, group travel within a Brilliant Van uses 1/5 the fuel required for multiple sedans.

Having created a superior mobile environment adaptable for both personal and corporate use, Brilliant counts the most influential people in the world as loyal clients, offering each the uninterrupted time and personalized experience that is often lost in transit. With Private Motoring®, the difference is simply brilliant.

See Where We Can Take You

John F Kennedy Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
Teterboro Airport (TEB)
Madison Square Garden
Rockefeller Center
Chelsea Piers
Yankee Stadium
Citi Field
Shea Stadium
Adirondacks
Catskills
Hudson Valley
Lake George
Lake Placid
Woodstock
Whiteface
Gore Mountain
Hunter Mountain
Windham Mountain
Albany
Buffalo
Rochester
Ithaca
Syracuse
Hamptons
Islip MacArthur Airport (ISP)
Hampton Bays
Amagansett
Bridgehampton
East Hampton
Montauk
Quogue
Sag Harbor
Sagaponack
Shelter Island
Southampton
Watermill
Westhampton
Atlantic City
The Borgata Atlantic City
Caesars Atlantic City
Harrah's Atlantic City
Tropicana Casino
Trump Taj Mahal
Montreal, QC Canada
Niagra Falls, ON Canada
Augusta, ME
Portland, ME
Rockport, ME
Samoset Resort
Sebasco Harbor
Stowe, VT
Golden Eagle Resort
Mad River Valley
Stowe Mountain Lodge
Stoweflake Mountain Resort
Smugglers' Notch Resort
Sugarbush Vermont
Stratton, VT
Stratton Mountain
Boston, MA

Logan International Airport (BOS)
Cambridge, MA
Cape Cod
Fenway Park
Newport, RI
Newport Marina
Providence, RI
Foxwoods
Mohegan Sun
Bridgeport, CT
Danbury, CT
Darien, CT
Greenwich, CT
Hartford, CT
New Canaan, CT
New Haven, CT
Philadelphia, PA
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Citizens Bank Park
Liacouras Center
Lincoln Field
Wells Fargo Center
Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh International Airport (PIT)
Washington D.C.
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington National Airport (DCA)
Baltimore-Washington International Airport (BWI)
Baltimore, MD
Chesapeake Bay
Solomons, MD
Richmond, VA
Raleigh, NC
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
Miami Beach, FL
Naples, FL
West Palm Beach
Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Hollywood
Hollywood Hills
West Hollywood
Calabasas
Brentwood
Bel-Air
Beverly Hills
Burbank
Culver City
Pasadena
San Bernardino
Pacific Palisades
Malibu
Santa Monica
Venice Beach
Marina Del Rey
Chateau Marmont
Dodgers Stadium
Grauman's Chinese Theatre
Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum
Nokia Theatre LA
Shrine Auditorium
Staples Center

LA Live
San Francisco, CA
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Napa Valley
Sonoma
Palo Alto, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
Monterey Bay
Carmel
Pebble Beach
Big Sur
Mammoth Lakes
Mammoth Mountain
Santa Maria, CA
Santa Barbara, CA
Ojai, CA
Simi Valley, CA
Simi Winery
Anaheim, CA
Orange County, CA
Disneyland
Palm Springs, CA
Big Bear
Indian Wells
Palm Desert
San Diego, CA
La Jolla, CA
Phoenix, AZ
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
Arizona Grand Resort
Royal Palms Arizona
Las Vegas, NV
The Bellagio
Bellagio Casino
Caesars Palace Las Vegas
Casino Royale
Circus Circus
The Cosmopolitan
The Encore
Encore Towers
MGM Grand Casino
Monte Carlo Casino
Palms Casino Las Vegas
The Borgata Las Vegas
The Mirage Casino
The Rio Casino
The Venetian
Wynn Las Vegas
Tahoe City
Alpine Meadows
Crystal Bay
Lake Tahoe
Northstar Resort
Olympic Valley
Squaw Valley USA
Park City, UT
Park City Mountain Resort
Deer Valley Resort
Aspen, CO

We appreciate your hard work helping with our wedding! People felt very taken care of! Your transportation rocked!!!

-- Dylan Lauren, CEO & Founder, Dylan's Candy Bar
I used Brilliant for 24 trips from New York to Vermont, and each trip gave our family hours of fun time together in the spacious luxury of a private lounge on wheels.

-- Managing Partner, investment management firm
Thank you so much for all your hard work. Our partners are all very impressed, and I am certain their individual business will be heading your way soon.

-- Transportation coordinator, NYC Based Hedge Fund ($10 billion AUM)
I enjoyed the whole experience of the trip. Was truly happy with everything and look forward to the next time.

-- NBA MVP and All-Star
Our company has used many different companies and drivers and although they do their job, they are not memorable. Luis went above and beyond; he might be the most attentive driver we have ever had.
The seamless excellence provided from start to finish made your job look a lot easier than it was, especially with the tsunami of last minute changes.

-- R.R., Fortune 50 Event Planner
I’m simply raving to everyone about how accommodating, helpful and wonderful you are… especially at 5:30am. Thank you for making our event easier!

-- Lisa Anne Silhanek, Project Coordinator, Silhanek LLC
I had the pleasure of spending almost 9 hours with your driver Paul Lucas yesterday. He was extremely knowledgeable of the areas, extremely personable, and he genuinely made my business, on this day, a breeze.

-- Cory Zelnik
I appreciate the attention to detail that was provided by Brilliant. Without exception, everyone provided exemplary service. Thanks for your personal attention to our requirements, especially getting the pick ups re-organized.
The drivers are professional and the vehicles are first class and safe; it’s my number one choice for private ground travel.

-- Managing Partner, investment management firm
I was very impressed with the level of service and hospitality your company offered, and I look forward to the next opportunity to work together. The chauffeur was very polite and responsive—please extend our sincere thanks to him.
I LOVED arriving in my super pimped Brilliant ride!! Thanks so much! My friend loved the van too, and he does loads of events in NYC.

-- Alan Cumming, actor
Just wanted to let you know I was happy to have the opportunity to work with you guys again, this time in L.A.
Nick and Dave were great, the girls loved them. They were thrilled with the service, which included Dave picking up Starbucks for them to start the day.
I feel the need to share that the service was excellent. I look forward to working with Brilliant again; the Brilliant Van was very comfortable and spacious.

-- Corey Zelnick
Everything was great. We will use your service on both coasts.
I love your company

-- Lisa Anne Silhanek, Project Coordinator, Silhanek LLC

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212 799 5555
Los Angeles
323 464 5000
Hamptons
631 537 1234

Jason Cotto

Chauffeur

Jason, a New York native, has been with Brilliant the longest. When not working, this baseball fan loves rooting for the Yankees and spending time with family.
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Paul Lucas

Chauffeur

Before joining Brilliant, Paul honed his leadership skills managing both J. Crew and multiple Gap locations. He has a beautiful 3 year old daughter, and always looks forward to a good football season.

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Lyron Bourke

Chauffeur

Lyron is our most tech-savvy chauffeur and is outgoing and personable. He’s the proud father of two sons, Tyler and Kayden.

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Robert Cuevas

Chauffeur

Robert is a driving aficionado with a wealth of knowledge about the Tri-state area and beyond. He spends his free time with his two beautiful daughters.

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Robert Mongell

Chauffeur

Robert’s warm and friendly personality is the very essence and heart of what’s known as “that Southern California vibe.” A professional driver, construction manager and photographer, he enjoys his time with wife and son, Mason.

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Jose Pulido

Chauffeur

Jose, a Columbia native, is one of our bilingual chauffeurs. His calm bearing and extensive transportation experience makes him a client favorite.
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Mauricio Marroquin

Fleet Manager

Mauricio holds two positions at Brilliant, working as Fleet Manager and chauffeur at our Los Angeles headquarters. He loves to play guitar and sing, play soccer and root for the Dodgers.

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Edwin Centeno

Chauffeur

When Edwin isn't driving with Brilliant, he enjoys a second career in construction and enjoys staying active and fit.
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William Galloway

Chauffeur

Trained in military and state police driving, William worked for United Nations Security and Naval Intelligence before joining Brilliant. He’s had the privilege of working alongside numerous VIP clients.

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Jared Kaplan

Chauffeur

Having enjoyed previous careers as both professional driver and paramedic, Jared’s background marries two skill sets that prove crucial and relevant every time he gets behind the Brilliant wheel.

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Jose Fantauzzi

Detailer

Known around Brilliant NYC as the "quick study," Jose learned and perfected the art of detailing in record time. When not in the Brilliant garage, he is earning his Bachelors in Music at Nyack College (Manhattan).
Hugh Mulzac

Fleet Manager and Head Detailer

Fleet Manager and Head Detailer at Brilliant NYC, Hugh is an ASE Certified Tech, and has worked in this capacity since 2007. He's held previous positions with Porsche, Mercedes-Benz and Toyota, to include detailer management roles.

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Hamptons

Jason Cotto

Chauffeur

Paul Lucas

Chauffeur

Lyron Bourke

Chauffeur

Robert Cuevas

Chauffeur

Robert Mongell

Chauffeur

Jose Pulido

Chauffeur

Mauricio Marroquin

Fleet Manager

Edwin Centeno

Chauffeur

William Galloway

Chauffeur

Jared Kaplan

Chauffeur

Jose Fantauzzi

Detailer

Hugh Mulzac

Fleet Manager and Head Detailer