Thursday, March 3, 2022

Diversity, equality and inclusion strategy: Dedication is key

Diversity, equality and inclusion strategy: Dedication is key https://ift.tt/xsHZayz

There's not one all-encompassing solution to making a workplace more inclusive. DE&I policy is far more nuanced — and there's a chance some industry leaders will not carve out the resources or the care needed to expound on it.

Longtime NADA show organizer Steve Pitts' last show

Longtime NADA show organizer Steve Pitts' last show https://ift.tt/P78DYdv

NADA started holding an annual convention and trade show 104 years ago, and Steve Pitt has been in charge of nearly half of them.

LMP Automotive Holdings loses $2 million deposit

LMP Automotive Holdings loses $2 million deposit https://ift.tt/2zHJNk4

LMP Automotive said in a regulatory filing that a dealer was entitled to keep a deposit of more than $2 million after its planned acquisition of several Florida stores was terminated last month.

Wednesday, March 2, 2022

Incoming AIADA Chairman John Connelly will lean on Capitol Hill, law experience

Incoming AIADA Chairman John Connelly will lean on Capitol Hill, law experience https://ift.tt/x0ihmM4

Despite early exposure to auto retailing as a kid, John Connelly's path into the business wasn't so linear. This month, he settles into a role that was once held by his late father: chairman of the American International Automobile Dealers Association.

Incoming NADA chairman Mike Alford: EVs can prove dealer value

Incoming NADA chairman Mike Alford: EVs can prove dealer value https://ift.tt/k5aKsen

Mike Alford aims to help the industry plot the path toward electrification with digital sales tools, dealer-friendly regulations and new EV-centric revenue streams.

NAMAD Chairman Fernando Varela: EV costs can squeeze minority-owned car dealerships

NAMAD Chairman Fernando Varela: EV costs can squeeze minority-owned car dealerships https://ift.tt/47MONJD

Minority-owned stores, many of which are outside of metro areas, may not be able to easily absorb the added costs to sell EVs, NAMAD Chairman Fernando Varela says.