Auto Collabs

Send us Fan Mail While AI can streamline operations, it's the human touch that truly nurtures customer loyalty and builds effective business relationships. In this episode of Auto Collabs, Brad Title, the visionary leader behind Gubagoo, shares his exp...

Send us Fan Mail Jimmy's foresight and innovation are not just reshaping his company, but also providing a blueprint for the future of auto retailing. We sit down for the second time with Jimmy Douglas, the trailblazing Founder and CEO of Plug, to diss...

Send us Fan Mail It's not that hard to merchandise cars. Just take good pictures. Throughout his career, Jason Tropp, the Business Partnerships Manager at CarCutter, has gleaned several vital lessons in the automotive marketing field, emphasizing the p...

Send us Fan Mail Hot Take Incoming: The practical over the sensational is key when using AI in marketing. In this lively episode of 'Auto Collabs', we're joined by Kelly Good Stoop, the Regional Vice President at Lotlinx. Kelly shares her journey from ...

Send us Fan Mail Diana Lee is a masterclass in leadership and determination, showcasing how personal history and professional challenges forges the leaders revolutionizing retail automotive. The charismatic Founder and CEO of Constellation is a beacon ...

Send us Fan Mail Once you realize you're in a supportive community, you do whatever you can to support that community. This episode features Nick Askew, a man of diverse backgrounds from music to car sales, who is now making waves in the auto retail in...

Send us Fan Mail Fixed ops is the real front door. Dan Shine, Senior Editor for Automotive News, brings a fresh yet deeply informed perspective to the backbone of automotive retail - fixed operations. With a journalistic journey spanning over two decad...

Send us Fan Mail The automotive industry talks about understanding and leveraging data effectively, but what does that really take? On today's episode of Auto Collabs, we chat with Bobby Gaudreau, the VP of Sales & Marketing at Activator Dealer Service...

Send us Fan Mail Hilary Haron’s experiences, from the Capitol’s halls to the dealership floor, offer invaluable lessons on the power of voice, the necessity of change, and the endless potential of paving new paths. Hilary shares her rich heritage in th...

Send us Fan Mail The customer is putting together a puzzle. Do you give them the next piece they need? Andrew Breedlove, Sales Director at iPacket, joins the "Auto Collabs" crew for an engaging conversation about his journey from a sneaker enthusiast w...

Send us Fan Mail Will Guidara has never told this story before. He’s now world-famous, a New York Times bestseller, and has appeared on talk shows, stages and podcasts. But this is the first time he shares how he and Simon Sinek met and connected, ulti...

Send us Fan Mail The first question stunned today's guest. But it started an amazing conversation on the auto industry, leadership and what it means to be successful. Auto Collabs welcomes Sam D'Arc, the Chief Operating Officer at Zeigler Auto Group an...

Send us Fan Mail There's power in showing up, ready to learn. Bill Zadeits is a a pillar in the automotive media landscape and the President of Cherokee Media Group. Zadeits shares his fascinating journey from a young aspiring sportscaster to leading a...

Send us Fan Mail Trucks stick but brand love shifts. Reynolds and Reynolds released their 2024 Automotive Brand Retention and Defection Report, and VP of Marketing Greg Uland joins the show to break it down. Read the full report here: https://www.reyre...

Send us Fan Mail ICE to hybrid to plug-in hybrid to EV. That's the rational path, according to Brian Maas. Brian Maas is the esteemed President of the California New Car Dealers Association. He brings to the table a wealth of knowledge and insight into...

Send us Fan Mail There's opportunity and potential in the EV market, but only if you seek to understand customers and adapt to their needs. This episode of Auto Collabs features a conversation with John Foley, co-founder and President of Recharged. Pos...

Send us Fan Mail Ever had a session at a conference that completely changed your perspective? Phil did. In this lively episode of Auto Collabs, Paul, Kyle and Michael are joined by the charismatic Phil Gill, General Sales Manager at Tom Gill Chevrolet....

Send us Fan Mail Michael's story is a testament to adaptability and vision, starting with his educational background in Political Science and Economics from the University of Louisville. This episode takes us through his diverse career journey, showcas...

Send us Fan Mail Erin Richmond highlights how dealerships can leverage their unique strengths to stand out in a crowded market. Erin, the Chief Revenue Officer of sMedia, blends of industry insights and digital marketing prowess, rooted in a childhood ...

Send us Fan Mail A fresh, human-centric approach to success and legacy. The journey of Troy Duhon, the President at Premier Automotive is nothing short of remarkable, beginning as a porter washing cars at age 13 and evolving into a successful car sales...

Send us Fan Mail What do you get when a stand-up comedian enters the auto world? Obviously, the answer is David Spisak. The President/CEO of Disruptive Growth Solutions is a jack-of-all-trades. His journey from stand-up comedy to the automotive industr...

Send us Fan Mail Jeremy Stephens is taking the service lane on the road. Jeremy, who started as a technician and climbed up to a leadership position, shares his passion for leading and empowering his team. The conversation takes an interesting turn as ...

Send us Fan Mail Karen Byrd would rather coach compassion than coach compliance. In this 'Auto Collabs' episode, Karen Byrd, GM at Colonial VW Subaru, unveils her unique leadership style, pivoting from compliance-driven to compassion-led management. By...

Send us Fan Mail Insights, laughs, and a fresh perspective on the future of mobility! Grab a coffee and join us for a lively chat with Elena Ciccotelli, the charismatic host of the "EVs for Everyone" podcast. In this episode, we delve into the electrif...

Send us Fan Mail How do you go from being an average car dealer to being a good car dealer? Alan Brown has the key. We get up close with Alan, the General Manager at Sam Pack's Five Star Chevrolet and a dynamic force in the automotive industry. Known f...