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Car Dealership Guy PodcastThe Road To 40 Stores Within 10 Years – Proven Frameworks To Scale Effectively | Kyle Coleman, CEO of Coleman Automotive GroupToday I’m joined by Kyle Coleman, CEO of Coleman Automotive Group. We unpack his bold plan to scale to 40 stores in 10 years, the frameworks driving rapid growth, why investing in top talent is non-negotiable and much more.
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1. Authenticom – DealerVault connects over 12,500 dealerships across 100+ DMS systems, offering both dealers and vendors secure, standardized, and compliant data. With Record Recharge, we validate and cleanse records daily—so your team can make smarter, faster decisions. Trusted across the automotive industry, Authenticom keeps your data clean...2025-07-2453 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastGlenn Lundy on Scaling Pitfalls, Swickard Auto’s CEO on Dealership Hospitality | Daily Dealer LiveToday's show features:
Jeff Swickard, CEO of Swickard Group
Glenn Lundy, President of 800% Elite Automotive Club
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Meet Mia: Your 24/7 AI receptionist who speaks like a human, not a robot. No more "press 1" - just natural conversations for sales, service, and support. She handles everything from car shopping to appointment scheduling in multiple languages, while integrating with your systems. Never miss another lead. Visit https://carguymedia.com/3GIt5hO to get started.
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Car Dealership Guy PodcastNew Roads Mazda on Profitability Hacks, Koons CEO on Massive Ford Incentives | Daily Dealer LiveToday's show features:
Curtis Biggs, General Manager of New Roads Mazda
Alex Perdikis, CEO of Koons Motors, Inc.
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Meet Mia: Your 24/7 AI receptionist who speaks like a human, not a robot. No more "press 1" - just natural conversations for sales, service, and support. She handles everything from car shopping to appointment scheduling in multiple languages, while integrating with your systems. Never miss another lead. Visit https://carguymedia.com/3GIt5hO to get...2025-07-1454 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastThe Auto Retail Crystal Ball: What Shipping Trends Reveal (And How Dealers Can Win) | Royce Neubauer, CEO of Auto Hauler ExchangeToday I’m joined by Royce Neubauer, CEO of Auto Hauler Exchange. We dive into how dealers are footing the bill for shipping delays in unexpected ways, how smart operators are turning logistics into a profit center, why fraud is on the rise in the vehicle transport game and much more.
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1. DLRdmv – Dealers, are you still stuck using outdated interstate titling methods? DLR50 from DLRdmv modernizes out‑of‑state titling by providing 24/7 sales tax, title, and registration fees, pre‑populated state-specific forms, through an online platform that directly integrates with your DMS. CDG listen...2025-07-1030 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastO'Neil Nissan on Service Retention Strategy, VADA CEO on Recent Policy Battles | Daily Dealer LiveToday's show features:
Drew Pearlman, General Manager at O'Neil Nissan
Don Hall, CEO of Virginia Automobile Dealers Association
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Car Dealership Guy PodcastBenstock on the US Dream, Lotlinx CEO on Building For Car Biz, Morgan on Legacy | Daily Dealer LiveToday's show features:
Brian Benstock, Partner/GM of Paragon Honda & Acura
Len Short, CEO of Lotlinx
Larry Morgan, Chariman of Morgan Family Ventures
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CarNow – CarNow isn’t just about flashy features or marketing buzz. It’s about helping dealers actually sell more. One store moved from a 3% close rate to 30% in just a month by switching to our connected platform. That’s the kind of lift you can’t ig...2025-07-021h 08
Car Dealership Guy Podcast“This Is the Worst It’ll Ever Be”—State of Dealership AI and What Dealers Should Be Asking | Eric Rea, CEO of PodiumToday I’m joined by Eric Rea, CEO of Podium. We dive into the state of Dealership AI in 2025, the questions dealers should be asking to stay ahead, why 10% of US dealers are using Podium's AI and much more.
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1. Qmerit - Selling EVs can have a lot of friction points. But home charging installation shouldn’t be one of them. That’s why dealers and automakers trust Qmerit—the go-to expert for home charging installations. Join Qmerit’s dealership partner program and start earn...2025-07-0138 min
The Gstaad Guy PodcastEp. 5, Eric Schmidt: Former CEO of Google – Gratitude, Human Values, AI, Hyper-Intelligence, & ThroughputIn this episode, The Gstaad Guy sits down with Eric Schmidt, former CEO and Chairman of Google, to explore how gratitude and human values can coexist with rapid technological acceleration. From the role of AI in reshaping productivity to the dawn of hyper-intelligence, Eric shares his thoughts on how to remain grounded in an age defined by algorithms.
The conversation touches on the ethical responsibilities of tech leadership, the importance of human freedom in a machine-driven world, and how embracing gratitude can offer clarity amid complexity. With a rare mix of philosophical depth and operational insight, Eric...2025-06-2356 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastThe Hunt For Auto Tech's Next Unicorn: Why Silicon Valley Is Betting On Toma—And What It Means For Dealers | Monik Pamecha, CEO of TomaToday I’m joined by Monik Pamecha, CEO and founder of Toma. We unpack why they embedded in Oklahoma dealerships for months, how that groundwork attracted top VCs, and why Toma refuses to build one-size-fits-all AI.
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1. Toma - If your BDC or Service Advisors are buried in calls, it’s time for a smarter solution. Toma builds custom AI agents that answer 100% of your dealership’s inbound calls and handle tasks like booking service, checking recalls, and scheduling test drives—without tying up your...2025-06-0529 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastHow Subaru Quietly Took Over the Northeast—And Lessons for Dealers from Its Billionaire Distributor | Ernie Boch Jr., CEO of Subaru of New EnglandToday I’m joined by Ernie Boch Jr., CEO of Subaru of New England. We go behind the scenes of his billion-dollar Subaru distribution empire, how he’s influencing Subaru’s design strategy, his #1 message to dealers facing the reality of tariffs—and much more.
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1. CDK Global - CDK SimplePay is the only payment solution that's built into CDK solutions for unrivaled reliability and financial efficiency. To learn more or schedule a demo visit http://www.CDK.com/simplepay
2. Kenect - The pl...2025-05-2043 min
Security Guy'dBrett Correia: CPO to CEOIn this powerful episode of The Security Guy’d Podcast, we sit down with Brett Correia, a seasoned Close Protection Officer (CPO) turned entrepreneur and now CEO of Klose Protect International (KPI).Brett shares his extraordinary journey — from growing up in an orphanage to becoming a 4th Dan Black Belt in Karate, to protecting global superstars like Michael Jackson, and eventually founding his own protection company.🔥 Inside the episode:Brett’s early life and how discipline shaped his futureHis Karate background and how martial arts influenced his prote...2025-05-151h 04
Car Dealership Guy PodcastFrom Tesla Exec To The Auction Block: How One Startup Is Turning A Dealer Pain Point Into A Profit Center | Jimmy Douglas, CEO of PlugToday I’m joined by Jimmy Douglas, CEO of Plug. We dive into why over half of dealers are missing an entire used segment, how two months on the lot is the tipping point for EV valuations, why dealers are shipping EVs an average of 800 miles — and much more.
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1. Copart – Are you looking to expand your dealership’s wholesale inventory? Finding front-line ready vehicles from finance, fleet, and rental consignors is now easier than ever. Copart Select gives you transparency that drives profitab...2025-05-0853 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastFord price hikes, Toyota Turns to Instagram, ft. CEO of Slate Auto | Daily Dealer LiveToday's show includes Chris Barman, CEO of Slate Auto, Ryan Maher, CEO of Bizzycar, and Austin Conroy, Fixed Ops Director at Rohrman Toyota.
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BizzyCar - How are top dealers keeping service profits high—even in uncertain times? They're using BizzyCar—the “easy button” fo...2025-05-0759 min
Fastlane Founders and Legacy with Jason Barnard: Personal Branding, AI Strategies, and SEO InsightsGuy E. Baker with Jason Barnard on Fastlane Founders And Legacy. Market Tune-UpGuy E. Baker talks with Jason Barnard about the Market Tune-Up.
Guy E. Baker, a Wealth and Business Coach and founder of the Wealth Teams Alliance, talks with Jason Barnard about the importance of CEOs balancing their personal brand with their corporate identity.
Guy emphasizes the balance of asking open-ended questions in a conversation while staying skilled at recognizing patterns in client behavior. He stresses that objections aren’t roadblocks but opportunities to understand better.
Guy E. Baker and Jason Barnard also discuss the importance of mutual respect and understanding between a service provider and a client. Guy highlights how th...2025-04-2226 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastA $250M Vision to Transform the Auto Retail Landscape | Brian MacDonald, CEO of CDK GlobalWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I’m joined by Brian MacDonald, CEO of CDK Global. We explore why he’s betting $250M on a major shift in automotive retail, the winners and losers as service department trends evolve, and his prediction for a wave of dealership acquisitions this year—and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:1. Richtech Robotics - Titan is the autonomous parts delivery system that keeps techs in bays, helping you reach new heights of productivity. By eli...2025-01-2829 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastOwning 11 Dealerships Was Just the Start: The Dealer-Built Solution Generating $55M/Year | Sam Mahrouq, CEO of Ikon TechnologiesWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Sam Mahrouq, CEO of Ikon Technologies where we discuss: Scaling his auto group to 11 dealerships and millions in sales, How an "ah ha" moment at the dealership led him to found a $55M revenue tech company and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:1. Uber for Business - With Central, you can request a ride on behalf of your customers even if they don’t have the Uber app. If you’re r...2025-01-2346 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastThe 2025 Wholesale Car Market Explained – Key Insights and What’s Ahead | Peter Kelly, CEO of OPENLANEWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Peter Kelly, CEO of OPENLANE where we discuss a breakdown on how the wholesale car market finished off 2025, how volume trends are bucking expectations, and the key trends and challenges facing the segment in 2025.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:1. OPENLANE - The world’s leading online dealer marketplace for used cars, bringing you exclusive inventory, simple transactions, and better outcomes. Learn more @ https://www.openlane.com/2. Uber for Business...2025-01-1625 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastHow AI Agents Are Extinguishing Service 'Heat Cases' and Protecting Dealership Profitability | Tasso Roumeliotis, CEO of NumaWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Tasso Roumeliotis, CEO of Numa, where we discuss: how to extinguish service department "heat cases" before they burn profitability, why 911 started his entrepreneurial journey, when AI should answer phone calls and when it shouldn't, and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:1. Numa - Numa is the first AI agent platform for auto dealerships. Address communication breakdowns with customers and get full visibility into all service interactions. Numa answers every call...2025-01-0936 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastCar Dealership Guy Gets Grilled by By His Toughest Critics Yet – His Own Staff | Yossi Levi, CEO of Car Dealership GuyWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this special episode im speaking with my toughest critics, the Car Dealership Guy team!This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:1. Access Point Consulting - Access Point Consulting is a consulting firm that specializes in providing strategic solutions to enhance business performance and drive organizational success. Learn more @ https://accesspointconsulting.com/2. CDG Recruting - Building on the success of my industry job board, I’m launching CDG Recruiting — a more hands-on, white-glove automotive recruiting service. Our team...2024-12-311h 04
Car Dealership Guy PodcastFrom The Stock Market To The Car Market: Lessons on Scaling a 13-Rooftop Auto Group | Taseer Badar, CEO of ZT CorporateWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I speak with Taseer Badar, CEO of ZT Automotive. We dive into his entrepreneurial journey, including how President Obama "pushed him" into the car business, explore his M&A strategy, uncover which brands are on his wishlist, and reveal the tough realities behind employee layoffs.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:1. Corpay - Corpay is transforming how dealerships handle payments. We help you save time, score big rebates, and ditch manual headaches — all while syncing di...2024-12-2643 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastHow Car Dealers Are Cracking the "Customer Retention" Code | Brice Englert, CEO of TradePendingWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I’m speaking with Brice Englert, CEO of TradePending. We discuss how car dealers are cracking the customer retention code, insights from competing with car-buying giants like Carvana, and how consumer loyalty is shifting in the age of hybrids.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:TradePending - TradePending makes dealers' websites convert better with their trade-in tool and payment calculator on steroids, makes it easier for sales teams to sell with video and digital vehicle br...2024-12-1942 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastThe Rise and Fall And Rise Again of Carvana | Ernie Garcia Jr., Co-Founder and CEO of CarvanaWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Ernie Garcia Jr., Co-founder and CEO of Carvana. We dive into topics like the greatest comeback story of any public company ever, lessons from selling millions of cars, the future of the automotive wholesale business and much more.This episode is brought to you by:DealNow - The safe and simple way to avoid fraud, sign documents, and instantly transact any vehicle online. Learn more at https://dealnow.com/CDG...2024-12-171h 03
The Backstory on Marketing and AIWhat Does the Future Hold for AI in Search and Marketing? With CEO Paris ChildressJoin us in an enlightening discussion with Paris Childress, ex-Google employee and CEO of Hop Online, as he dives deep into the integration of Artificial Intelligence in the marketing landscape alongside our host, Guy Powell. This episode explores the transformative role of AI in enhancing marketing productivity and strategy, especially post-Covid, as businesses face a more recessionary environment.Episode Highlights:Digital Adoption and AI in Marketing: Paris shares how AI has revolutionized tasks like strategy formulation, data analysis, and content production, speeding up these processes while ensuring higher quality outputs.The Power of AI...2024-12-1234 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastThe Boutique "Dealership" Selling Supercars to the Ultra-Elite | John Temerian, CEO of CURATEDWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I speak with John Temerian, CEO of CURATED, a Miami-based boutique dealership specializing in rare, vintage supercars and catering to the ultra-elite. We discuss how a lifelong obsession with supercars turned into an impressive business, his wild search for "blue chip" cars, and how he became the go-to car concierge for the rich and powerful looking to build world-class car collections.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:CDK Global - Empowering dealers...2024-12-0557 min
Car Dealership Guy PodcastHow a Former Mortician Cracked Dealers' #1 Profitability Issue | Peter Duffy Jr., CEO of Dealer Image ProWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Peter Duffy Jr., CEO of Dealer Image Pro where we discuss: How a professional photographer cracked dealers' #1 profitability issue, the most impactful dealer website features, the future of content creator dealerships and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships. Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platformCar Wars – Car Wars is the...2024-11-1449 min
Car Guy CoffeeCar Guy Coffee Podcast Live at NIADA feat. Grenn Lundy & NIADA CEO Jeff MartinCar Guy Coffee Podcast Live at NIADA feat. Grenn Lundy & NIADA CEO Jeff Martin Car Guy Coffee brings you a fresh brew live at “NIADA” 2024, surrounded by amazing energy and people that want to network with the best and grow. In our first brew we talk with a fan favorite, Glenn Lundy & what other way to kick it off but with the CEO of NIADA, Jeff Martin. Sip up and enjoy, Let’s Brew! Don’t forget to share and subscribe! Brew Brought By Our Proud Sponsors At: 2024-11-1240 minCar Dealership Guy PodcastTaking a 100-Year-Old Dealer Group to New Heights—Risks, Challenges, and Future Vision | Liza Borches, CEO of Carter Myers AutomotiveWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Liza Borches, CEO of Carter Myers Automotive. We dive into the bold risks that have shaped her century-old dealership group, her innovative approach to empowering employees with partial ownership, her biggest wins, regrets, and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Impel - Impel enables automotive retailers, manufacturers, and online marketplaces to turn shoppers into buyers, and buyers into lifelong customers, with the auto industry's most advanced...2024-11-121h 13Car Dealership Guy PodcastHow 28 Seconds Are Quietly Transforming Dealership Profits | Jim Roche, CEO of WarrCloudWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Jim Roche, Founder & CEO of WarrCloud, where we discuss: How 28 seconds is quietly transforming dealership profits, why EVs are going to transform service centers, exposing $140K of hidden dealership revenue and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Ikon Technologies – Ikon Technologies was founded by dealers, for dealers, to solve the daily challenges your dealership faces. Our no-cost Lot Management Platform, with Find the Car, Find the Keys™ tech...2024-11-0731 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#129 Inside the "Uber of Car Deliveries": Moving 1.4M Vehicles a Year! | Fede Ranero, CEO of DraiverWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Fede Ranero, CEO of Draiver where we discuss: How he's building the "Uber for car deliveries" and moving 1.4M vehicles per year, the #1 reason why customers skip vehicle service, what he learned from a leaked Elon Musk email, demystifying logistics for car dealers and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:OPENLANE - The world’s best online dealer marketplace for used cars, bringing you exclusive inventory, simple tra...2024-10-2238 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#128 The Business Side of 70M+ Recalled Vehicles: What Dealers Are Gaining | Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar Pt.2Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar where we discuss: The business side of 70M+ recalled vehicles, Most troubled car brands struggling with recalls, Shocking revelations from BizzyCar recall report and more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Edmunds - Premier is a solution from Edmunds that connects you with in-market shoppers when, where, and how they want to connect. Learn more at https://edmu.in/4eHlH1Y2024-10-1744 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#125 The payments nightmare hiding in dealerships, Shocking trends in down payments, Saving dealerships 20 hrs of work every week | Julie Douglas, CEO of Dealer PayWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Julie Douglas, CEO of Dealer Pay where we discuss: The accounting nightmare hiding in dealerships, Saving dealers 20 hrs of work per week, shocking trends in down payments for 2024 and much more!This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:CDK Global - CDK will once again be streaming its annual industry conference CDK Connect 2024 on October 22.This year’s virtual CONNECT conference will feature CDK’s late...2024-10-0830 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#123 Investing $9B in the next-gen of automotive disruptors, From dealer to venture capital giant, the rollercoaster of investing in Rivian | Bill Cariss, CEO of Holman Strategic VenturesWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with Bill Cariss, CEO of Holman Strategic Ventures, to discuss how he's deploying $9 billion into the next generation of automotive disruptors, his journey from car dealer to venture capital giant, the rollercoaster experience of being an early investor in Rivian, and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Lotlinx - Get the best possible market advantage on every vehicle transaction. Optimize operations and boost profits using artificial intelligence...2024-10-0155 min
The Longevity LoungeHow the fitness Industry is Shaping Longevity with AUSactive CEO Barrie ElvishSend us a textIn this episode of The Longevity Lounge, we welcome Barrie Elvish, CEO of AUSactive, Australia's peak health and fitness industry association. Barrie joins host Karl Treacher and former Ironman world champion Guy Leech to explore how physical activity enhances longevity and overall well-being.With over 20 years of CEO experience, Barrie shares insights on AUSactive's mission to activate everybody, every way, every day. He discusses the fitness industry's role in public health and reveals how diverse physical activities contribute to long-term vitality.From surfing and triathlons to adventure play for...2024-09-2743 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#122 Transforming a dealership group into a TikTok famous powerhouse, How dealership marketing is evolving, Building the world's largest Honda store | Ryan Rohrman, CEO of Rohrman Auto GroupWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast! In this episode, I chat with Ryan Rohrman, CEO of Rohrman Auto Group. We dive into topics like transforming a dealership group into a TikTok powerhouse, achieving over 4 million views on a TikTok video, building the world’s largest Honda store, and much more!This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:TransUnion — helping dealers deliver the seamless, personalized transactions today’s car shoppers expect. Learn more at www.transunion.com/cardealershipguyCars Co...2024-09-261h 02Car Dealership Guy Podcast#121 The imminent evolution of AI in car dealerships, Best uses cases of AI in dealerships, How he's transforming 50% of US franchise dealers | Devin Daly, Co-Founder & CEO of ImpelWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Devin Daly, CEO of Impel where we discuss: The imminent evolution of AI in car dealerships, BTS of his recent $100M acquisition, How he's transforming 50% of all US franchise dealers, The best use cases for AI in car dealerships and much more!This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:CDK Global - CDK will once again be streaming its annual industry conference CDK Connect 2024 on October 22.This year’s...2024-09-2433 minThe Longevity LoungeHow the fitness Industry is Shaping Longevity with AUSactive CEO Barrie ElvishIn this episode of The Longevity Lounge, we welcome Barrie Elvish, CEO of AUSactive, Australia's peak health and fitness industry association. Barrie joins host Karl Treacher and former Ironman world champion Guy Leech to explore how physical activity enhances longevity and overall well-being.With over 20 years of CEO experience, Barrie shares insights on AUSactive's mission to activate everybody, every way, every day. He discusses the fitness industry's role in public health and reveals how diverse physical activities contribute to long-term vitality.From surfing and triathlons to adventure play for children, Barrie offers a comprehensive view...2024-09-1446 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#116 Largest seller of odd and weird cars in America, Making millions from nostalgia, Secrets to becoming a top seller on Bring a Trailer | Andrew Glaser, Founder & CEO of Vantage AutoWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Andrew Glaser, CEO of Vantage Auto, where we discuss: How he became the #1 seller of interesting, odd, and weird cars in the US, making millions from nostalgia, striking gold in an Indiana barn and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Lotlinx - Get the best possible market advantage on every vehicle transaction. Optimize operations and boost profits using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Learn more @ https...2024-09-0547 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#112 Transforming Subaru into a 'cult brand', Guiding explosive growth over two decades, Selling 700K+ cars in a single year | Tom Doll, Former CEO of Subaru of AmericaWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Tom Doll, Ex-CEO of Subaru of America where we discuss: How Tom Doll transformed Subaru into a cult brand, Guiding explosive growth over two decades, Why a larger US population does not equal more vehicle sales and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:DLRdmv - Everyone knows out of state titling is a major headache. It doesn’t have to be this way. Our friends at DLRdmv ha...2024-08-2247 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#110 From PhD to selling teslas, Becoming a top 10 used EV dealer, Decoding Elon to beat the market, Why EV mandates should end | Alex Lawrence, CEO of EV AutoWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Alex Lawrence, CEO of EV Auto where we discuss: From PhD to selling Teslas, Why EV mandate should end, Decoding Elon to beat the market and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:DealerOn - Put the power of the highest-converting, fastest-performing website platform in retail automotive to work for you. Get guaranteed results when you switch to DealerOn.Learn more at https...2024-08-1558 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#108 Building a 9-figure sales training enterprise, How an F5 tornado changed his life, Getting raided by the FBI, Walking away from a $1M salary | Andy Elliott, CEO of The Elliot GroupWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Andy Elliott, CEO of The Elliott Group where we discuss: How an F5 tornado changed his life, Getting raided by the FBI, Walking away from a $1M salary, and why everyone should sell cars for 1 year.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:DLRdmv - Everyone knows out-of-state titling is a major headache. It doesn’t have to be this way. Our friends at DLRdmv have created a program called DL...2024-08-081h 00Car Dealership Guy Podcast#106 Rise of the A.I. employee in car dealerships, Hack to converting 99% of customers, Raising $420M for the future of A.I. | Eric Rea, CEO of PodiumWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Eric Rea, CEO of Podium where we discuss: The rise of the A.I. employee in car dealerships, Hack to converting 99% of customers, Raising $420M for the future of A.I. and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Uber for Business - With Central, you can request a ride on behalf of your customers even if they don’t have the Uber app. If you’re ready to r...2024-08-0139 min
The Hot Fat Guy Club Podcast10- WHOEVER GETS ON TOP FIRST, WINS. A catch up with Certified Hot Fat Guy Varun Jindal.10- WHOEVER GETS ON TOP FIRST, WINS. A catch up with Certified Hot Fat Guy Varun Jindal & our host Alex Frankel, CEO & Founder of the Hot Fat Guy Club.
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Varun's a NOLA-born, Texas-raised, Chi-town-bound marketer with a passion for fashion, film, and food. He shares his story and journey being a big boy to embracing looking like the warmest, sweetest bear who can tear up the dance floor. Varun opens up about navigating the dating world, how he's reached peak confidence only recently, and is now looking to...2024-07-2449 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#92 Leading the fastest-growing car brand in America, Investing $1B on new dealerships, Hyundai's solution for fast charging? | Randy Parker, CEO of Hyundai Motor AmericaWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Randy Parker, CEO of Hyundai Motor America where we discuss: leading the fastest-growing car brand in America, Investing $1B in new dealerships, A solution for fast charging? The Future of FSD for Hyundai.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Lotlinx - Get the best possible market advantage on every vehicle transaction. Optimize operations and boost profits using artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning. Learn more @ https://lotlinx.com/2024-06-1344 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#91 Why consumer financing is broken in the US, Handling $1.5B in auto loans, Why Tesla loan performance is so puzzling | Amitay Kalmar, CEO of LendbuzzWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Amitay Kalmar, CEO of Lendbuzz where we discuss: Why consumer financing is broken in the US, Handling 1.5B in auto loans, Auto lenders pulling out of the market, Why Tesla loan performance is so puzzling.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships.Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platform...2024-06-1138 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#90 Why the Canadian Gov't is the best car salesman, Selling 7,000 cars a year in Quebec, Exporting cars to the US for massive profit | Jimmy Houle, CEO of Groupe LallierWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Jimmy Houle, CEO of Groupe Lallier where we discuss: Why the Canadian Gov’t is the best car salesman, Selling 7,000 cars a year in Quebec, What’s stopping Carvana in Canada… for now, Exporting cars to the US for massive profit.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Lotlinx - Get the best possible market advantage on every vehicle transaction. Optimize operations and boost profits using artificial intelligence (AI) and machin...2024-06-0650 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#89 Creating unusual profit opportunities in automotive, Why service claims for EVs are shocking, Growing cyber threats to cars | Tony Wanderon, CEO of APCO/EasyCareWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Tony Wanderon, CEO of APCO Holdings, home of EasyCare, where we discuss: Creating unusual profit opportunities in automotive, Why service claims for EVs are shocking, Mechanics making more than attorneys?, The growing cyber threat for cars.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships.Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platformCars Co...2024-06-041h 02Car Dealership Guy Podcast#85 Transforming how dealers buy cars, Exiting for $300M, Surprising dealership growth hacks, Which retailers pay the most for customer trade-ins? | Nate Mihalovich, CEO of The LassoWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Nate Mihalovich, CEO of The Lasso where we discuss: His journey from $300M exit to transforming how dealers buy cars, Which retailers pay the most for customer trade-ins, surprising dealership growth hacks, How dealers out-compete Carmax and Carvana and much more!This episode is brought to you by:CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships.Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platform...2024-05-2151 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#84 Secrets to building the largest Honda store in the U.S., Betting big on small brands, 100% commission pay plans, Why leasing took over Florida, Philanthropist disguised as a car dealer? | Rita Case, CEO of Rick Case Auto GroupWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Rita Case, CEO of Rick Case Automotive where we discuss: Secrets to building the largest Honda store in the U.S., Betting big on small brands, How leasing took over Florida, becoming a philanthropist disguised as a car dealer and much more!This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Podium - Whether it's providing accurate answers or keeping leads warm with follow-up questions, Podium's AI solution keeps customers engaged throughout...2024-05-1651 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#83 From marketing star to CEO of 18 dealerships, Selling 20,000 cars a year, Where he's heavily investing, Fixing the Jeep Cherokee 4xe sales slump | Robert Ourisman Jr., CEO of Ourisman Automotive GroupWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Robert Ourisman Jr., CEO of Ourisman Automotive Group, where we discuss: Going from marketing star to CEO, selling 20,000 cars a year, fixing the Cherokee 4xe sales slump, where he's heavily investing, fighting with automakers on inventory allocation and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Stream Companies - Full-service, fully integrated, tech-enabled ad agency doing the ordinary extraordinarily well. Learn more @ https://www.streamcompanies.com/...2024-05-1443 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#80 Building the dealership of the future, Selling 30K cars per year, Why AI isn't working today, Future of Carvana | Jeremy Beaver, CEO of Del Grande Dealer Group (DGDG)Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Jeremy Beaver, CEO of Del Grande Dealer Group (DGDG) where we discuss: Running a dealership like a tech company, Selling 30K cars per year, Why AI isn’t working today, The future of Carvana and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Widewail - If your reviews say you’re the best, you’re the best. Make reviews manageable with Widewail, the fastest-growing reputation management vendor in automotive. Learn m...2024-05-0248 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#78 Building the “Amazon” of car shipping, Dirty secrets of the $70B vehicle logistics industry, Saving dealers millions with faster car transportation | Royce Neubauer, CEO of Auto Hauler ExchangeWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Royce Neubauer, CEO of Auto Hauler Exchange where we discuss: Building the "Amazon" of car shipping, Dirty secrets of the $70B vehicle logistics industry, How he's saving dealers millions with faster car transportation, and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Experian - Experian Automotive is one of the most trusted sources of data and insights in the automobile industry and they're a one-stop-shop: Dealers can use automotive...2024-04-2548 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#76 Scaling a $4.5B dealership empire, Future of the franchise model, The "15-minute" car sale | David Hult, CEO of Asbury Automotive GroupWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with David Hult, CEO of Asbury Automotive Group where we discuss: His day-to-day running a $4.5B+ dealership empire, the future of the franchise model in the US, the "15-minute" car sale, steps to writing a $1B+ check and much more!This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:AutoFi - AutoFi solves the everyday problems dealers face like bottlenecks at the sales desk, customer distrust, and decision overload.Their all-new s...2024-04-1850 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#75 Best service center in America, Profit pendulum swings again, Can dealers make more money without consumers paying for it? | Jim Roche, CEO of WarrCloudWelcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Jim Roche, CEO of Warrcloud where we discuss: The best service center in America, the dealership profit pendulum swings again, whether dealers can make more money without consumers paying for it and much more! This episode is brought to you by:CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships.Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platformPrivate Auto - The safest way to...2024-04-1637 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#63 Crushing 70M+ vehicle recalls, From infantry officer to chief executive officer, Technology fatigue in the car business | Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCarIn this episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast, I'm speaking with Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar where we discuss: the looming public safety threat of 70 million vehicles affected by automotive recalls, how the tough months in the dealership business during covid inspired the creation of his company, his journey from infantry officer to chief executive officer and much more.This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by:Private Auto - The safest way to buy vehicles privately. Use code ‘CDG’ to list your car...2024-03-0557 minCar Dealership Guy Podcast#58 Leadership lessons from working for Elon, Raising millions to reimagine the dealership, why he has no exit plan | Jay Vijayan, CEO of TekionIn this episode, I'm speaking with Jay Vijayan, CEO of TekionThis episode is brought to you by:Car Dealership Guy Industry Job Board - Connecting world-class talent with top-notch companies in Automotive. Find your next role—or start hiring today—at CDGJobs.com.Valvoline - Go beyond the traditional supplier-dealer partnership today by visiting https://partner.valvolineglobal.com/Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line hereInterested in being conside...2024-02-151h 01
Captain and the Clown - Life, Leadership and Everything elseAnnie Bryce - CEO Edge Early LearningIn this episode of Captain and the Clown, we had the privilege of interviewing Annie Bryce, the CEO of Edge Early Learning.Annie was recently awarded "Most Influential Child Development CEO" at the APAC Insider CEO of the Year Awards in 2023.Some of the key highlights from our conversation with Annie include1. The Power of Saying 'Yes': Annie shares her belief that saying 'yes' to opportunities can create more opportunities. She emphasises the importance of being open to new experiences and challenges.2. Life Skills Beyond School: We got into a fascinating...2023-10-2239 min
Larry The Golf GuyThe Golf Guy Podcast -- Seth Waugh, CEO of the PGA of AmericaWe talk to Seth Waugh about his journey from the world of finance to CEO of the PGA of America. We discuss his involvement with the PGA Tour in creating the Deutsche Bank Championship in Boston while he was CEO of Deutsche Bank Americas, his involvement with the PGA of America as a member of the Board of Directors, and his becoming CEO of the PGA of America in September 2018. It has been an active tenure for Seth as CEO, and we touch on some of his notable accomplishments, including creating the Back2Golf program during COVID and overseeing the ex...2023-09-1351 min
Car Dealership Guy Podcast#24 Acquiring 60+ dealerships within 7 years, Raising kids into generational wealth, Paying $200M+ for a Toyota store & Brett’s blunt message to Ford CEO Jim Farley | Brett Morgan, CEO, Morgan Auto GroupThis episode is brought to you by:KEYper Systems - Key Management Simplified.Fullpath – Discover Automotive's Leading Customer Data and Experience Platform.In this episode, I'm speaking with Brett Morgan, CEO of Morgan Auto Group.00:00 - Intro02:48 - Brett’s background08:20 - Succession & raising kids in generational wealth13:51 - The journey to becoming CEO29:53 - What Brett looks for in an acquisition50:50 - Toyota and EVs1:02:00 - Has dealership profitability peaked?1:07:39 - Brett’s me...2023-08-251h 30
Leadership BITESLeadership Unveiled: A 35-Year Journey with Garry Ridge, Ex-CEO of WD-40Send us a textAre you curious about the secrets of successful leadership and building a thriving company culture? Join us as we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Garry Ridge, the former CEO of WD-40, and a renowned culture coach. In this captivating episode, podcast host Guy Bloom, a distinguished Leadership Specialist, sits down with Garry Ridge to unravel the wisdom he has gained during his exceptional 35-year tenure at WD-40.Throughout his tenure, Garry led WD-40, a global household name, to new heights of success and sustainability. This episode offers a...2023-07-2434 min
Guy Kawasaki's Remarkable PeopleGinni Rometty: Reflections on a Career by the First Female CEO of IBMIn this episode of the Remarkable People podcast, Guy Kawasaki interviews Ginni Rometty, former CEO of IBM, to discuss her experiences and insights on leadership and innovation in the tech industry. The episode explores topics like workplace diversity, AI's future, and technology's role in addressing societal issues. Rometty's wisdom and experience inspire anyone interested in business and technology. From Childhood Challenges to CEO of IBM: Ginni Rometty's Story.Remember to follow the show so you don't miss upcoming episodes!********************00:16 to 02:08 - Intro05:16 to 06:19 - How Ginni found her success through pivoting27:25...2023-03-151h 09
Leadership BITESJay Bousada, CEO, ThrillworksSend us a textJay Bousada, is never one to shy away from breaking things down and finding smarter, more effective ways to do them, Jay founded Thrillworks in 1999 to help organizations take full advantage of the potential of digital. He’s a born problem solver, beginning his career as an Engineer before turning his attention to technology. Now, as CEO, he’s driven by a passion to solve problems others may fail to even see. It’s this courage that’s at the core of who he is and the driving force behind eve...2022-11-1351 min
20/20 Vision: the future of residential real estateS2E6 - Rob Moyle, CEO of Collegiate ACRob Moyle, CEO of Collegiate AC, shares his journey in hospitality and student accommodation with Guy Westlake, founder of Lavanda.
Rob Moyle is CEO of Collegiate AC, an award-winning UK PBSA operator. He has over 32 years of operational management experience gained working in Australia, UK and USA. In a trend that’s increasingly common, his career has spanned both the hospitality and student accommodation sectors, featuring senior roles at Wyndham, Campus Living Villages (CLV) and Arlington Advisors amongst others.
A committed father and husband, passionate leader, prolific traveller and a true champion of inno...2022-10-1831 min
Leadership BITESDawn Airey, CEOSend us a textOn this episode of Leadershp Bites we have Dawn Airey. Dawn is a powerhouse of street smarts, commercial acumen and drive.I have seen her operate in a number of different spaces, she is a tour de force, she is also compassionate and higly dialled in to the context and the moment.We spoke about:✅ Senior Teams✅ Culture✅ Get messages out✅ Operating under stress✅ Managing under performanceListen on Itunes, Spotify and all platforms, also listen direct from your laptop/PC on the liv...2022-10-1639 min