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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...

Send us Fan Mail Meet a guiding force shaping the next generation of auto industry leaders. Elgie Bright is the charismatic Department Chair of the Automotive Marketing and Management Program at Northwood University. His approach to teaching not only c...

Send us Fan Mail A professor and a pioneer. Meet Alex Lawrence. In this episode of Auto Collabs, we sit down with Alex Lawrence, CEO of EV Auto, to explore his journey and impact in the electric vehicle (EV) world. From his early days detailing cars to...

Send us Fan Mail From paper to digital... quite literally. Listen in to this engaging conversation with Greg Uland from Reynolds and Reynolds on this episode of Auto Collabs. We're delving into the digital transformation of the auto industry, discussin...

Send us Fan Mail Successful digital marketing starts by asking "What am I marketing and who am I marketing it to?" But it doesn't stop there. With a rich history in the industry, Steve DeWitt of automotiveMastermind shares his unique perspective on the...

Send us Fan Mail Want to unlock the secret of sales? It's Not About the Product, It's About the Relationship! 🚗 💼 Today, we get into it with Will McGinnis, Director of Sales for fullthrottle.ai, as he unravels the intricacies of building genuine relati...

Send us Fan Mail Dive into the vast world of data with Steve White, Founder/CEO of Clarivoy, as he unravels the intricacies of handling 1 billion rows of data every month! In this episode, Paul Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with Steve White, the dat...

Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ From digital lead strategies to RV living in Miami, dive into auto industry insights with Jarrod Kilway! 🚗☀️ Join us as we navigate the automotive digital landscape with Jarrod Kilway. From the nuances of after-hours lead generation...

Send us Fan Mail Anecdotes and tactics abound in this chat with Lindsay Ciavattone. She has a treasure trove of stories from her time at a Pontiac Oldsmobile dealership. She'll walk us through some memorable moments, like the time she had to sell a Pon...

Send us Fan Mail Want a look behind the curtain of the EV market? Look no further than Jimmy Douglas. The brain behind Plug takes us on a thrilling journey from his humble beginnings in a Volkswagen service bay to being the CEO of his own groundbreakin...

Send us Fan Mail Relentless might just sum up Steve Roessler in a single word. Here's a man whose passion and dedication have seen him traverse the globe for two decades, captivating audiences at dealerships with his innovative insights into the automo...

Send us Fan Mail What would happen if you blended the world of banking, software, and the auto industry? We found out as we sat down with Tony Vigiletti and Shane Bell from Connexion. Tony, an ex-banker, finds his calling at GM, specifically with OnSta...

Send us Fan Mail What if the automotive industry was about more than just cars? Journey with us from the bustling city of Baltimore to the fascinating intersection of traditional broadcasting and the modern automotive world, as we explore the unique li...