AlphaTalk

Bryan sits down with Candice Moore, Director of Operations at DealFi and gives us a quick look at what the company does. Candice shares with us her background in the industry and  gives updates on virtual F&I and explains why 89% of car buyers prefer the virtual experience.

Bryan  sits down with DealFi's Director of Operations, Candice Moore to talk about women in the industry and breaking the glass ceiling. She gives us a look into her past experiences and how we can improve for the future. Women in the industry will be a reoccurring theme this year on AlphaTalk so be on the lookout for more episodes like this.

Bryan chats with Alpha Warranty's president, Jeremy Lindsey about his perspectives on the state of the economy, inflation, supply chain pressures, and what may be around the next bend for the automotive industry in the United States.

No one likes to have to deal with car trouble, but when it inevitably occurs, Alpha Warranty's Claims team is second to none. After a customer's vehicle is at the repair facility, the Claims team works directly with shop mechanics to understand the diagnosed problem and provide the necessary guidance and approval to handle the claim fast. In this episode, Bryan Haakenson welcomes two of...

Spend a few minutes with industry insider and automotive finance professional, Danny Cox from The Auto Consultants as he breaks down the fundamentals of how to attract, recruit, train, and retain employees in today's difficult job market. You'll also hear how to grow your dealership by attracting customers in the midst of rising inflation and shrinking inventories. Join your host, Bryan...

Spend a few minutes with Bryan Haakenson as he talks with Bethany Bovey and Christine Holm, Alpha Warranty's customer service leaders, about how they provide the company's award-winning, supercharged service. 

With 2022 upon us and the effects of the lingering pandemic and other sales challenges persisting in the market, you're invited to join Darin Ramos, Vice President of Sales at Alpha Warranty, and Brett Beer, Regional Sales Manager for Alpha's West Coast Region as they provide expert insights and ways to supercharge your sales and combat these obstacles.  Bryan Haakenson is now the sole h...

Join hosts Bryan and Jessica as they welcome Alpha Warranty's president, Jeremy Lindsey to talk about his insights into the latest automotive industry hot topics. Jeremy is a veteran of the automotive and F&I industries. In this episode, he takes listeners through a range of topics from the latest information on the automotive chip shortage and what it means for dealers and consumers to t...

On a very special episode of AlphaTalk, Bryan and Jess interview Eliana Campos-Dominguez, the Rewards & Digital Marketing Manager for Hyundai Motor America, about her involvement in the growing community of women in the auto industry. Eliana share her experiences and gives advice to both men and women for how they can help support the growth of women in auto. Eliana Campos-Dominguez recently s...

On her first solo interview, Jess discusses the importance of brand and branding in dealerships/agencies with Alpha industry insider, Julie Lafferre and Mark Tenney.  Learn why it's important for you to know the who, what, & why of your business and what you can do right now to start. Julie Lafferre is Alpha Warranty Service's Brand Specialist. She has a background in graphic design,...

Glenn Lundy sits down with Bryan and Jess to discuss his 20 years of history in the auto industry. Glenn experienced the highest of highs in auto sales and then the lowest of lows. After taking some time away from auto, he later returned with a goal to change the industry and its culture for the better. Glenn Lundy is the host of the Facebook Live show #RiseAndGrind and creator of Breakfast with C...

AlphaTalk is collaborating with another auto industry podcast on this episode with Dealer Process Secrets! Bryan and Jessica sit down with Philip Cheatham and returning AlphaTalk guest, Brian Steele, to discuss Philip's book and how dealership's can optimize their internal processes. Learn about improving your customer's experience through maintaining a happy sales team and so much...

AlphaTalk welcomes back Brian Steele to discuss the auto industry inventory struggle.  Brian Steele has served as President, COO, GM in the auto industry.  He has 22 years of being passionate and involved in the automotive industry.  Additionally he is former President of a $70 Million  independent auto dealer group. Go check him out as the co-host of Dealer Process Secrets podcast . Make sure to...

All the way from Oklahoma, auto industry expert, Yancy Spivey, has come to the AlphaTalk studio to discuss what dealers should know about reinsurance. Yancy Spivey has 30 years in the auto industry, from owning a franchise dealership to reinsurance investments. Yancy has been in the reinsurance space for over 20 years.    Make sure to follow AlphaTalk on Instagram , Facebook , and Tiktok! Leave a...

In Episode 3 of AlphaTalk, Bryan and Jessica sit down with Alpha Warranty Services owner and CEO, Steve Rosenvall.  While on tour in Afghanistan as a member of the U.S. Army, Steve was faced with a situation back home where he and his father had to step up and help auto service contract holders who had been scammed by their contract provider. Upon returning home, Steve began Alpha Warranty Service...

AlphaTalk is welcoming auto industry expert, Brian Steele, to the show to discuss how auto salesmen can maximize and improve their interview process with potential buyers. Brian Steele has served as President, COO, GM in the auto industry.  He has 22 years of being passionate and involved in the automotive industry.  Additionally he is former President of a $70 Million  independent auto dealer gro...

In the inaugural episode of AlphaTalk, Bryan and Jessica sit down with Alpha Warranty Services President, Jeremy Lindsey, to discuss the current state of the auto industry and review the changes brought by COVID-19.  Jeremy is president of Alpha Warranty Services and has been with the company since 2007--joining as employee #3. He is the previous owner of a Salt Lake City based car dealership and...

Introducing AlphaTalk - hosted by Bryan Haakenson & Jessica Bastean. AlphaTalk discusses all things auto from industry news and updates to F&I thought leadership for your agency or dealership.  Stay tuned for future guest interviews and episodes!  AlphaTalk is an Alpha Warranty Services production.