Get In Her Lane: Her Automotive Perspective

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programs are being rolled back across corporate America, leaving many wondering how to maintain momentum for workplace inclusivity. But here’s the truth: authentic leadership isn’t about a program—it’s about people. And every leader, regardless of their title, has the power to create an environment where women and underrepresented groups can thrive. In this e...

It's time to pick up your folding chair and bring it to the table for this fantastic episode with Hilary Haron! Have you ever faced the emotional turmoil of leaving behind a career that defined you? Hilary shares her heartfelt narrative about the complexities of stepping away from the family dealership after its sale, revealing feelings of irrelevance and the challenge of finding a new identity. O...

Ashley DeBoer, the dynamic Vice President at Mint Motors, shares her inspiring journey in the automotive industry as she climbs the ranks in just five years. With a unique blend of academic prowess and practical dealership experience, Ashley is redefining customer experiences and advocating for a more inclusive landscape in the industry. Tune in to discover how Ashley's pursuit of a doctorate is n...

If you like this episode, please leave a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify and share it with your friends. Could the future of the automotive industry lie in leveraging social media and creative media platforms? Join us for a captivating conversation with Zac Kinch, a forward-thinking leader in automotive and the creator of the Driving Relationships podcast, as he shares his journey from the sales...

If you enjoy this podcast, please tell your automotive friends to check us out and leave a review! https://www.getinherlane.com/ Join me as we chat with the remarkable Emily Illingworth, who transitioned from Toyota on the OEM side to owning and managing Toyota of Warsaw. Emily opens up about her journey, sharing the challenges and triumphs of making such a significant career shift. Learn how this...

Have you ever wondered how a 13-year-old could make waves in a male-dominated industry like automotive? Meet Kaylee Jewert, our inspiring guest who has made significant strides, including delivering a keynote speech at the Women in Automotive Conference. In this episode, you'll discover how her early exposure to the automotive world through her parents' careers ignited her passion for promoting th...

Join our email updates here: https://www.getinherlane.com/ Follow us on Instagram @getinherlane Ladies, get your elbows out and make some room for this awesome episode!! Join us as we sit down with Jordan Symonds from Casi Auto in Norway to discuss the evolving landscape of vehicle ownership and mobility. In this episode, you'll learn about: Casi Auto’s Innovative Mobility Solutions: Explore Casi...

What if you could conquer 2,500 kilometers of harsh desert terrain without a cell phone or GPS? Join us as we unravel the awe-inspiring story of Emily Miller, the force behind the Rebelle Rally—the first women's off-road navigation rally raid in the U.S. Emily opens up about her journey from a seasoned off-road racer and driving coach to a beacon of empowerment for women in motorsports. She reveal...

After 25 years with a renowned OEM, I found myself at a crossroads, hitting that all-too-familiar career ceiling. So, I took a leap of faith and followed my heart in an area of the business I truly love. I joined Performance Brokerage Services, a family-owned dealership brokerage firm, stepping into a new role that aligns with my experience and interests in the automotive.  In this mini episode of...

Kat and Shan have an insightful conversation with Fleming Ford from NCM!   Dive in with us as we smash some glass ceilings and chat about some of the things holding women back in the car biz. We've got Fleming with us, spilling the tea on how being authentic and bringing everyone into the mix can shake up the workplace for the better. We're all about digging into how the big General Manager positi...

Follow us on Instagram @getinherlane, leave us a review, or contact us through our website at https://www.getinherlane.com/ . Jamie hosts while Kat & Shan take a much-deserved break! Have you ever found yourself grappling with the nagging feeling of being an imposter in your own professional journey? Those moments when you wonder if your capabilities will be exposed as less-than-adequate? In today...

Subscribe to us (free!) on: https://www.getinherlane.com/ Kat and Shan sit down with Alanis King, a fearless motorsports journalist who tells it like it is and has the most fun in her job we have ever seen!  Alanis is a seasoned automotive journalist who turned her passion into a career. Alanis doesn’t just report on races; she lives them. Her experiences on the race track and in the newsroom offe...

Get on our list at:  https://www.getinherlane.com/ and follow us on Instagram @getinherlane! Kat and Shan talk with Katie Mares, author of CustomHer Experience. Katie has dedicated her career to transforming the customer experience by focusing on the buying experience from a woman's perspective and educating businesses about how important this is. Women influence a whopping 85% of car-buying decis...

Kat and Shan are getting inspired!  Brace yourself for a powerful conversation with Susan Elkington, Senior Vice President for Electric Vehicle Supply at Toyota Motor North America. Originally from a farming community in Indiana, we learn about Susan's extraordinary journey to where she is today! Susan also sheds light on the initiatives designed to nurture diversity and equality in the automotive...

Have you ever wondered how the retail automotive industry and remote work intersect? And if so, have you thought it possible?? This intriguing episode features Michael Alf from St. Charles Toyota, who artfully combines his love for technology with the automotive space, pioneering a successful remote work strategy in his dealership.  His take on this may lead you to look at things a little differen...

Follow us on Instagram @getinherlane or on our website:  https://www.getinherlane.com/ Get ready to shift gears as we engage in an enlightening conversation with Ashley Cavazos, one of the Executive Chairs of WOCAN, Woman of Color Automotive Network.  Ashley explains the mission of WOCAN and how this organization can be an asset to you as an individual or as a business. WOCAN Website: https://www....

Subscribe to our show at: https://www.getinherlane.com/ Are you ready to challenge gender stereotypes and embrace the benefits of paternity leave? Join Kat and guest host Jenn as we discuss the importance of comprehensive parental leave policies. We'll explore how these policies can help eliminate gender bias in the workplace and even contribute to narrowing the gender pay gap. Plus, we'll take a...

Kat and Shan are back!!  They dive deep into the world of microaggressions with Dr. Ava Greenwell, and how they impact individuals and teams in everyday life.  Microaggressions are defined as subtle, brief, verbal or non-verbal, everyday slights and indignities that are generally targeted towards historically marginalized groups. They can be unintentional, but their impact on the individual cannot...

Jamie and Samara get "on the court" with Dr. Lacee Carmon Johnson of the Toronto Raptors. Dr. Lacee candidly shares her journey as a black female manager in the sports industry while juggling family and making a name for herself in athlete advisement and development.  We talk about intersectionality and some of the parallels between sports and automotive. Lacee is big on the social networks, so fo...

Get In Her Lane is ranked #27 of 50 Best Automotive Podcasts here: https://blog.feedspot.com/automotive_podcasts/ Kat & Shan are on a break while Jodi & Courtney fill in. The ladies speak with Chad Castor, General Manager of Toyota of Muncie in Muncie, IN. Chad identified one of the most significant areas for improvement in the dealership for long-term employee retention: Onboarding. What does the...

Welcome to the first episode of Season 2!  https://www.getinherlane.com/ We are excited to be ranked #28 of the Best Automotive Podcasts from FeedSpot!  https://blog.feedspot.com/automotive_podcasts/ Kat & Shan speak with Krystal Roberts from Advantage Auto Group.  She is a powerhouse in the industry, and there is a lot we can learn from her in this interview! Dive in with us to learn about her le...

Visit us at  👉 https://www.getinherlane.com/ Follow us on Instagram:  @getinherlane Subscribe ✔ on Apple, and please leave us a review!! Happy Holidays from all of us at Get In Her Lane!  Episode #10 is the final episode of Season 1 and 2022. Kathleen, Shannon, and Jamie tackle the dealership technician shortage, an industry-wide problem, and the fact that only 1.3% of technicians are female.  Th...

Visit us at  👉 https://www.getinherlane.com/ Follow us on Intagram:  @getinherlane Subscribe ✔ on Apple and please leave us a review!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/get-in-her-lane/id1613043129 We are now on the Tok!  @getinherlane Only 6% of Parts Managers are women. How do we increase this number?  We need to start rethinking these positions so they can evolve from their traditional ste...

Calling all companies, organizations, and dealerships! This episode is key to better understanding what new moms experience during their "return to work."  How much time do you spend thinking about this?  👉 What you do or don't do can make or break your retention of new moms!! Shan & Kat are on a break for this one, but Jamie, the producer, hosts this episode with her two co-workers, Jen and Eva,...

Visit us at 👉 www.getinherlane.com Follow us on Instagram: @getinherlane   Part 2!   💪 When did you last find your voice?  This voice lives in your heart ❤ and mind and leads you to self-discovery.  It is the surest way to build connections and lets you live your truth.  When you share your voice, you become a valuable asset to your managers, colleagues, and community.  You also become a leader....