Built on Decades of Excellence
From Super Bowls to private estates, our foundation is decades of proven operational mastery at the highest levels.

Rony Francis
Founder & CEO
23+
Years Experience
5
Cruise Lines
100+
Drivers Managed
2
Languages
A Legacy of Operational Mastery
With over two decades of executive-level leadership across ground transportation, cruise line logistics, event operations, and multi-unit restaurant management, Rony Francis brings an unmatched operational pedigree to the luxury services industry.
His career spans managing transportation operations for Super Bowls, the FIFA World Cup, Formula 1, and international boat shows. He has directed logistics for five major cruise lines — Carnival, Princess, Holland America, Royal Caribbean, and Norwegian — and has managed teams of over 100 drivers simultaneously.
This rare combination of large-scale event expertise, hospitality authenticity from managing five restaurant locations, and deep institutional knowledge of South Florida's regulatory landscape makes Francis Elite Group uniquely positioned to serve the most demanding clientele.
Certifications & Education
Career Timeline
General Manager
Chef Creole Seafood (5 locations)
Director of Operations
USA Transportation
Director of Operations
Greyhound Travel
Director of Operations
Coach USA
Ops Manager / Safety Director
Mears Transportation Group
Asst. Operations Manager
Gray Line Tours
Events & Partnerships
Operational experience at the world's most prestigious events and with the industry's leading brands.
Major Events
Cruise Line Partners
Transit Systems
Miami-Dade & Broward Tri-Rail
KATS • JARC
City of Coral Gables Trolley
Experience the Francis Elite Difference
Discover how 23+ years of operational excellence translates into unmatched service for you and your family.
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