PRO PARK, INC
MIAMI, FLORIDA

Propark America is a premier parking management company providing services for more than 500 locations in markets across the United States, including New York, Washington D.C., Boston, Cambridge, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Oakland, Palo Alto, San Antonio, Houston, Cleveland, Jacksonville, Reno, Hartford, Stamford and New Haven. Propark America is an experienced parking services provider, offering parking solutions for industries of all types. Propark offers a wide variety of parking management services, including valet, garage management, operations, and shuttle transportation services for: Under Schmid’s leadership, Propark has transitioned from a small Hartford-based parking company to a national leader in parking management services and parking real estate acquisition. Propark America has grown significantly during Schmid’s thirty years of leadership with current assets under management exceeding 1.2 billion dollars and 500 U.S. locations. Schmid is also responsible for launching Propark’s real estate division and the Green Park Development Company, which collectively own an interest in growing portfolios of parking properties with asset valuations exceeding 40 million dollars. Schmid has been uniquely involved in the evolution of the green parking movement and has taken an active role in the sustainability of the communities he serves. Schmid spearheaded the creation of green parking industry standards through his work forming the nonprofit United States Green Parking Council, now known as Parksmart, he now oversees as chairman of the board. Schmid has also brought several other sustainable concepts from creation to realization including the LEED certified gold Canopy DIA project (described as one of the greenest parking facilities in the country) and his work promoting small car footprint and detection technology. Schmid also created and operates Garage Juice Bar, a company that produces attractive and efficient charging stations for electric vehicles. In addition, Schmid is also intimately involved with the National Parking Association and the International Parking Institute. Propark has acquired the Rapid Park management portfolio of sixteen hotel parking assets throughout New York City. These new sites help to solidify our longtime presence operating parking and transportation programs in the New York metropolitan Tri-State Area. Propark also managed a complete renovation of the parking garage, including painting of all walls and columns, installation of foam corner guards, and new signage. Propark is currently in the process of installing a new, state-of-the-art revenue collection system which will help to significantly improve customer service, as well as create a more effective and profitable payment system. Propark America now manages the parking operation at The Epiphany Hotel, a renowned hotel in Palo Alto, California. The Epiphany Hotel opened in February 2014 and is located next door to the original Facebook headquarters, a few blocks from Stanford University, and surrounded by Silicon Valley’s hottest venture capital firms. The Epiphany welcomes guests in the heart of Silicon Valley while providing a contemporary atmosphere and first-class service. With over 1.2 million square feet of office space, many of the country’s most recognizable business institutions call 101 California Street their home. Major building tenants include, but are not limited to, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, CB Richard Ellis, GE Capital, Morgan Stanley, Cooley Edwards, Deutsche Bank and Hines Property Management. The parking component at 101 California Street is comprised of 200 self-parking spaces and an additional 60 valet-assist stalls. The garage features two electric vehicle charging stations, a free bicycle sharing program and a green dry cleaning service utilizing environmentally friendly processes. Additional amenities provided by Propark include shoe-shine services, loaner umbrellas and a car wash service. Propark’s model of premium service delivery, coupled with its focus on sustainability in parking, has been a seamless fit and represents the ideals and core values of the primary property. Propark America announced today that it is opening its latest Jiffy Airport Parking location, servicing John F. Kennedy International Airport in Queens, New York. “We are really excited to bring the Jiffy Airport Parking experience to JFK airport travelers,” said Propark America’s Regional Manager, Alexander Piech. “Our brand is synonymous with value and convenience, which we’re looking forward to bringing to the New York market. Our Newark location is wildly popular and we feel JFK travelers will love the Jiffy Airport Parking experience, just as much as our guests... “We are really excited to bring the Jiffy Airport Parking experience to JFK airport travelers,” said Propark America’s Regional Manager, Alexander Piech. “Our brand is synonymous with value and convenience, which we’re looking forward to bringing to the New York market. Our Newark location is wildly popular and we feel JFK travelers will love the Jiffy Airport Parking experience, just as much as our guests in New Jersey.” Propark America is one of the country’s largest privately-owned parking companies, providing full-service parking solutions for all business types, in over 60 cities across the United States. Propark America announced today that David Horn has joined the company as the new regional vice president, overseeing the Jacksonville market and select near airport facilities within the company’s portfolio. “The southeast region is a challenging parking environment, so the right leadership is top priority for Propark,” said Propark’s President, Rick DiPietro.  “David brings a tremendous amount of expertise in parking operations, team building and fueling profitability.  He is a wonderful addition to our Parking Dream Team.” David has over twenty years of experience in the parking industry, most... Propark America announced today that David Horn has joined the company as the new regional vice president, overseeing the Jacksonville market and select near airport facilities within the company’s portfolio.