TimTalks: Automotive Leadership and Beyond

Purpose, Gratitude, and Security with Paul J Daly In this episode of TimTalks: Automotive Leadership and Beyond , Tim sits down with Paul J Daly, founder and CEO of Congruent and Automotive State of the Union (ASOTU). Paul shares his journey from service advisor to building a thriving reconditioning business and then founding Congruent. Tim and Paul discuss the role of identity in leadership, over...

In this episode of TimTalks: Automotive Leadership and Beyond , Tim Cox sits down with Matt Lasher, a seasoned leader from West Herr Automotive Group and President of streamline.auto.  They discuss prioritizing people over everything, navigating accountability, and how great leaders are measured by their impact on their team. They explore the nuances of individualized management, work-life balance...

In this episode of TimTalks, Tim Cox sits down with Kevin Deutsch, general manager of Butler Lexus of South Atlanta, to dive deep into the strategies and leadership mindset that transformed a failing Lexus dealership into a thriving, market-leading store. Kevin shares how removing titles from business cards fostered a problem-solving culture, how daily meetings keep his team aligned, and how he em...

In this insightful and inspiring episode of TimTalks , Automotive Leadership and Beyond Tim Cox sits down with Michael Stevens, an automotive leader who has turned challenges into opportunities for growth and success. Michael takes us on a journey through his decade-long career, sharing the highs and lows of working in a dealership, from starting out fresh in the industry to transforming the cultu...

Description: In this episode of TimTalks: Automotive Leadership and Beyond, Tim explores the leadership principles that have propelled President Chad Staples of Elevation Dealer Services to success. Chad reveals how his company is redefining reinsurance with a transparent and customized approach, helping dealers maximize profits while building strong, value-driven teams. Contact: Connect with Chad...

Description: Join Tim in this heartfelt episode of TimTalks Automotive Leadership and Beyond , where he sits down with his close friend and esteemed leader, Patrick Abad, general manager of Beaver Toyota of Cumming. Dive into an inspiring conversation about leadership in the automotive industry, the power of effective management, and how to create a thriving dealership culture. Patrick shares his...

Description: In this episode of TimTalks: Automotive Leadership and Beyond , Tim welcomes Lynne Hudson, Director of Marketing for Toyota Tampa Bay and West Shore Honda. With a long-standing relationship since 2015, Tim and Lynne delve into her journey in the automotive industry, her leadership philosophy, and her dedication to empowering women in a traditionally male-dominated field. Lynne shares...

Episode Description: In this episode of Tim Talks, we dive deep into the complexities of privacy laws impacting the automotive industry with our special guests, privacy attorney Nicole Newman from L2 Partners, and senior attorney Joshua Talcovitz from Kurkin, Forehand, and Brandes. Learn about the challenges dealerships face regarding outdated privacy laws, such as the Florida Security and Communi...

In this inaugural episode of the revamped "TimTalks Automotive Leadership and Beyond," host CarNow’s Tim Cox sits down with Damian Boudreaux, a renowned coach in the automotive industry, to discuss transformational leadership. Damian delves into the principles of relationship selling, the importance of mindset, and the crucial role of leadership in transforming car dealerships. The TimTa...

Tim Cox sits down with Danelle Delgado to explore the keys to unlocking your potential, navigating life's challenges, and embracing a mindset that leads to lasting significance. Find Danelle's book mentioned in the episode here: https://bit.ly/41P4AWv

Join Tim Cox and Bob Lanham as they discuss the ever-changing world of auto dealerships with Daniel Govaer, the general manager of Mercedes-Benz of Easton. The trio explores insights on inventory challenges, buying from consumers, OEMs and inventory management, the impact of interest rates on financing and leasing, and the nuances of price trends in the automotive industry. 

CarNow's Tim Cox and Bob Lanham are joined by Bob Werner, Dealer Principal at Werner Mazda, to discuss the keys to Bob Werner's success. From understanding modern shopper preferences to delivering top-notch customer service, they explore the strategies and techniques that have made Werner Mazda a true leader in the automotive industry.

Tim Cox is joined by Patrick Abad, General Manager at Beaver Toyota, to explore what it means to create a recession-proof ecosystem within your dealership's business operations.

Tim Cox is joined by Marat Pashkevich, the Director of Technology and Sales at indiGO Auto Group. Marat shares his powerful story of triumph and details how he was able to overcome the odds when faced with a seemingly insurmountable life-altering challenge. 

Tim Cox shares strategic advice on how to succeed as a strong leader in the automotive industry. 

Tim Cox is joined by CBT’s Jim Fitzpatrick to explore Jim’s background at CBT, the biggest takeaways from the 2022 NADA Show, and much more!

On this episode of TimTalks, CarNow's Tim Cox meets with Bob Lanham, Head of Automotive Retail at Meta, to discuss what the Metaverse means for car dealerships. 

On this episode of TimTalks, Tim Cox and Cion Digital president and co-founder Fred Brothers sit down to discuss the new CarNow | Cion Digital partnership and what cryptocurrency means for the future of the automotive industry.

Tim Cox is joined by John Acosta, CEO at VTech Dealer I.T., and Paul Jensen, Operations Manager at Qvale Auto Group, for an exciting and informative conversation. They discuss the new safeguards put out by the FTC, how dealerships can remain compliant with recent updates to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), and other ways to ensure your dealership operations are secure.

Host Tim Cox provides an introduction to the TimTalks podcast.