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Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D'Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today's automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Terry Chechakli, Director of Operations at Smith Auto Group, and Frederick Grimm, Co-founder of FIXD. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by AppraisalPRO: AppraisalPRO - Stop getting hammered on hidden trade-in costs. AppraisalPRO instantly reveals repair costs, alerts you to recently cleared codes, and integrates directly with vAuto— meaning diagnostic data populates automatically in your appraisals. Our comprehensive scans take seconds, not minutes, and are simple enough for anyone on your team to use. Join dealers saving $10,000s per month with the fastest and most accurate OBD2 appraisal solution in the market. Special deal for CDG listeners: FREE 1-week trial, then just $195/month with no setup fees and OBD2 scanners included. Visit @ http://www.getAppraisalPRO.com Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 01:22 Smith Auto's growth and acquisition strategy? 02:10 Biggest used car acquisition challenges? 03:12 Auctions vs. alternative inventory sources? 06:28 How AppraisalPro improves transparency? 10:30 Appraisal Pro's financial impact? 21:59 How do OBD scans help? 24:52 From fault codes to recon estimates? 27:31 Benefits of transparent dealings? 38:35 Future developments for AppraisalPro? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Today's show features: Jonathan Blain, F&I Manager at Goldy Auto Trevor Caulfield, F&I Manager at Pine Belt Chevrolet Dennis Gingrich, Sales & Finance Director at The Niello Company Wade Higgins, Regional Sales Director at GSFS Group This episode is brought to you by: AppraisalPRO – Stop getting hammered on hidden trade-in costs. AppraisalPRO instantly reveals repair costs, alerts you to recently cleared codes, and integrates directly with vAuto— meaning diagnostic data populates automatically in your appraisals. Special deal for CDG listeners: FREE 1-week trial, then just $195/month with no setup fees and OBD2 scanners included. Visit getAppraisalPRO.com to get started. Car Dealership Guy is back with our second annual NADA Party—happening in Las Vegas on Thursday, February 5th. It's the hottest ticket at NADA 2026. Spots are limited and unfortunately we can't invite everyone —so RSVP today at https://carguymedia.com/cdglive and we hope to see you in Vegas! — Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Today's show features: Kelsey Riley, Operations Director at Lasco Auto Group Wolfgang Berger, Founder of Aviloo Fabiola Mathis, Director of Learning and Development at Principle Auto Group This episode is brought to you by: AppraisalPRO – Stop getting hammered on hidden trade-in costs. AppraisalPRO instantly reveals repair costs, alerts you to recently cleared codes, and integrates directly with vAuto— meaning diagnostic data populates automatically in your appraisals. Special deal for CDG listeners: FREE 1-week trial, then just $195/month with no setup fees and OBD2 scanners included. Visit getAppraisalPRO.com to get started. AVILOO Inc. – AVILOO Inc. helps you transform EV and PHEV batteries from being the #1 risk into the #1 trust builder and sales driver in the used EV market by offering independent and instant cell-level diagnostics in just 3 minutes. Visit aviloo.com and get 10% off your first-year license by enter code CDGNEWS (offer ends November 30, 2025.) and find out, how an independent battery certificate can support your business and help you to boost your profit. Car Dealership Guy is back with our second annual NADA Party—happening in Las Vegas on Thursday, February 5th. It's the hottest ticket at NADA 2026. Spots are limited and unfortunately we can't invite everyone —so RSVP today at https://carguymedia.com/cdglive and we hope to see you in Vegas! — Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Today's show features: Malik Hussain, General Manager at Bill Jacobs Jacob Zachs, CEO & Founder of Fasten Rewards James V Seale, Managing Partner at Grandbury Kia This episode is brought to you by: AppraisalPRO – Stop getting hammered on hidden trade-in costs. AppraisalPRO instantly reveals repair costs, alerts you to recently cleared codes, and integrates directly with vAuto— meaning diagnostic data populates automatically in your appraisals. Special deal for CDG listeners: FREE 1-week trial, then just $195/month with no setup fees and OBD2 scanners included. Visit getAppraisalPRO.com to get started. Fasten Rewards – Your Road To Rewards Starts Here. Earn points on every purchase and redeem for valuable perks. With Fasten Rewards, your everyday spending turns into real benefits. Learn more at fasten.cc Car Dealership Guy is back with our second annual NADA Party—happening in Las Vegas on Thursday, February 5th. It's the hottest ticket at NADA 2026. Spots are limited and unfortunately we can't invite everyone —so RSVP today at https://carguymedia.com/cdglive and we hope to see you in Vegas! — Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Greg's benchmark trip is done, and that means it's time for the 100K Vacay team challenge to begin! In this episode, you'll get a chance to listen to the kick-off live stream that aired on October 1st at 9 pm Eastern Time and reviewed all the things that went well (and could have gone better) with Greg's 100K Vacay benchmark trip to Malta.(01:14) - Here's the timeline of the challenge (starting with the October 1st live kick off).(03:14) - What is 100K Vacay?(03:54) - What's the deal with Greg's benchmark trip? Why isn't he being judged?(06:26) - Greg's benchmark trip - what was it and how did he do?(28:20) - Greg's final totals for his trip and why he scored himself a B+You can read Greg's trip journal here.(35:43) - How do our competitors feel? What are they confident about, and what are they less confident about?(53:08) - How do Nick and Stephen feel about the fact that Tim's already hit the ground running?(1:00:35) - Redemption on VS in Europe is distance-based, not considering layovers (something you advocated). Is it worth the extra time to save some miles due to layovers in AMS or CDG?(1:03:01) - How did you end up in Business Class on Air Serbia? I never even heard of it before.(1:04:29) - How was the breakfast at the Hyatt Centric Malta? Did they have local food?(1:04:27) - Did any of your trips take advantage of mileage transfer bonuses?(1:05:32) - How was the breakfast at the Hyatt Centric Malta? Was there local food?(1:06:25) - Was there anything you would do differently?Subscribe and FollowVisit https://frequentmiler.com/subscribe/ to get updated on in-depth points and miles content like this, and don't forget to like and follow us on social media.Music Credit – “Ocean Deep” by Annie Yoder
Today I'm joined by Ed Roberts, COO at Bozard Ford Lincoln. We discuss how Ed scaled a team of 165 technicians from scratch, the strategies behind his world-class service lane, his unlikely entry into dealerships nearly 30 years ago and much more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Cox Automotive - Discover what's driving improved customer experiences—and dealership results. Download the Drivers of Shopper Satisfaction ebook from Cox Automotive today: https://carguymedia.com/464vOfw 2. 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 listeners get 30 days of free full-service access to DLR50 on unlimited out-of-state deals. Head over to @ http://www.DLRdmv.com/CDG , use code POD30 to claim your free month today. 3. Nomad Content Studio - Most dealers still fumble social—posting dry inventory pics or handing it off without a plan. Meanwhile, the store down the street is racking up millions of views and selling / buying cars using video. That's where Nomad Content Studio comes in. We train your own videographer, direct what to shoot, and handle strategy, to posting, to feedback. Want in with the team behind George Saliba, EV Auto, and top auto groups? Book a call at http://www.trynomad.co Get your own copy of Ed Roberts book "Mile One: An Endless Journey to Effective Leadership" here: https://a.co/d/iC7TKZd or visit his website at https://mileoneleadership.com/ Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 00:41 Why is culture so important? 03:30 How did Ed achieve success? 06:11 Overcoming homelessness: key lessons? 12:51 Building a strong team how? 18:30 Most effective training programs? 33:24 Benefits of mobile service? 34:47 Improving technician communication skills? 40:03 Do recalls help retention? 54:07 Best continuous improvement strategies? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
In this Saturday Sit-Down Conversation, Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen and co-host Neil Humphreys speak with Mark Greaves, Chairman of ComfortDelGro, about the company’s global expansion across 13 countries—especially its growing footprint in the UK. If you’ve ever hopped on a London bus, there’s a 1 in 5 chance it was operated by ComfortDelGro; overseas revenue now makes up over 50% of the Group’s total.Mark shares insights into Metroline’s expansion into Manchester, the rationale behind CDG’s overseas focus, and how the company is pushing green transport goals beyond electrification. We also explore what’s next for Singapore’s public transport landscape.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this special 200th episode of Food Safety Matters, our hosts look back at the podcast's eight-year history, sharing their stories and experiences, as well as reviewing some of the show's most memorable episodes and guests. Resources Ep. 1. Dave Theno: No One Cooks Their Salad Ep. 2. Larry Keener: Food Safety is Manufactured Ep. 3. Lone Jespersen: “Culture comes first” Ep. 10. Mike Taylor: We're in a Whole New World Now Ep. 18. STOP Foodborne Illness: The Why of Food Safety Ep. 25. Bill Marler: 25 Years of Food Safety Ep. 33. Maple Leaf Foods: Food Safety After Tragedy Ep. 35. John Butts: Listeria—Seek and Destroy Ep. 55. CDC: Investigating Foodborne Illness Outbreaks Ep. 61. EFSA: Creating Food Safety's Future in the EU Ep. 66. Frank Yiannas: A New Era of Smarter Food Safety COVID-19: Assessing the Impacts on the Food Industry Ep. 69. Popham, Cramer, Leighton: Prioritizing food safety during COVID-19 Ep. 111. Jennifer McEntire: IFPA—The New Voice of Produce Ep. 127. Dr. John Butts: The Jungle and the Evolution of Meat and Poultry Safety Ep. 129. Michael Taylor: Legislating after the 1993 Jack in the Box E. coli Outbreak Ep. 133. Coffman, Brice, Kenjora: Allied to Advance Food Safety Ep. 134. Sandra Eskin: How USDA-FSIS is Tackling Salmonella in Poultry Esteban and Eskin: On the Frontlines of the Food Safety Fight Against Salmonella in Poultry Ep. 139. Dr. Susan Mayne: CFSAN's Mission, Today and Tomorrow Ep. 167. James (Jim) Jones: Engaging Stakeholders for a Unified FDA Human Foods Program Diamantas and Choiniere: FDA Focuses on Produce Safety, MAHA, Culture, and More Sponsored by: CDG
Today's show features: Michael Morais, President of Open Road Auto Group Alan Brown, General Manager of Sam Pack's Five Star Chevrolet This episode is brought to you by: Prime Dealer Equity Fund - Prime Dealer Equity Fund is providing a limited number of accredited investors with $100,000 or more the rare opportunity to invest directly into franchised auto dealerships; the offering can only be made via the Private Placement Memorandum under Regulation 506(c). Led by seasoned operators with deep experience in both dealership operations and fund management, the fund is designed to deliver consistent cash flow and long-term capital appreciation. f you're looking to diversify into this asset class—this is your chance. Check out https://primedealerfund.com/CDG/ to learn more. Disclaimer: This is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. Any investment can only be made through the official Private Placement Memorandum and only by verified accredited investors. Nothing stated here should be considered investment advice. — Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Vancouver leaders celebrated the groundbreaking of a new 95-unit affordable housing project at Waterfront Gateway. Backed by CDG, NAYA, and the Cowlitz Tribe, the development highlights cultural inclusion, sustainability, and affordable housing investment. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/new-affordable-housing-project-honors-native-community-begins-transformation-of-waterfront-gateway/ #Vancouver #AffordableHousing #WaterfrontGateway #NAYA #CowlitzTribe #ColasDevelopment #Community #Redevelopment #Sustainability #Equity
Today's show features: Ryan Rohrman, CEO of Rohrman Auto Group Michael McDonald, Assistant Head Coach of Marketing, Jeff Wyler Automotive Family Carolina Pereira, Marketing & Technology Director at Weston Nissan Volvo` This episode is brought to you by: Prime Dealer Equity Fund - Prime Dealer Equity Fund is providing a limited number of accredited investors with $100,000 or more the rare opportunity to invest directly into franchised auto dealerships; the offering can only be made via the Private Placement Memorandum under Regulation 506(c). Led by seasoned operators with deep experience in both dealership operations and fund management, the fund is designed to deliver consistent cash flow and long-term capital appreciation. f you're looking to diversify into this asset class—this is your chance. Check out https://primedealerfund.com/CDG/ to learn more. Disclaimer: This is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. Any investment can only be made through the official Private Placement Memorandum and only by verified accredited investors. Nothing stated here should be considered investment advice. — Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Today I'm joined by Lauren Wilson Reeves, GM at Wilson Kia. We discuss her path from plastic surgery technician to high-powered GM, the untapped potential of having more women on the sales floor, how her open-door leadership bridges the gap between employees and executives, and more. This episode is brought to you by: 1. Cox Automotive - Omnichannel isn't a buzzword anymore—it's the playbook winning dealers are running. In a world where the buyer journey is more fragmented than ever, the most successful dealers are connecting the dots—online, in-store, and everywhere in between. The result? Smoother deals, faster turnarounds, and serious lift at the bottom line. Nearly 80% of omnichannel dealers are seeing higher close rates, and you can too. Want in? The Omnichannel Dealership—a new guide from Cox Automotive—breaks it all down. Click the link in the show notes below to download it now free @ https://www.coxautoinc.com/retail/omnichannel-dealership 2. 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 listeners get 30 days of free full-service access to DLR50 on unlimited out-of-state deals. Head over to http://www.DLRdmv.com/CDG, use code POD30 to claim your free month today. 3. Nomad Content Studio - Most dealers still fumble social—posting dry inventory pics or handing it off without a plan. Meanwhile, the store down the street is racking up millions of views and selling / buying cars using video. That's where Nomad Content Studio comes in. We train your own videographer, direct what to shoot, and handle strategy, to posting, to feedback. Want in with the team behind George Saliba, EV Auto, and top auto groups? Book a call at http://www.trynomad.co Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: For dealers: Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Dealership recruiting ➤ http://www.cdgrecruiting.com Fix your dealership's social media ➤ http://www.trynomad.co Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com For industry vendors: Advertise with Car Dealership Guy ➤ http://www.cdgpartner.com Industry job board ➤ http://jobs.dealershipguy.com Request to be a podcast guest ➤ http://www.cdgguest.com Topics: 00:23 How balance family and business? 01:06 Current business challenges? 01:58 Why enter car business? 05:33 Best turnaround success story? 06:48 Women in auto industry? 12:38 Motherhood and career balance? 15:12 Earning family business respect? 22:17 Advice for women in auto? 26:52 Building positive work culture? Car Dealership Guy Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
In this episode, we speak with Irena Muffels and Eva Morava about their recent review, The Therapeutic Future for Congenital Disorders of Glycosylation. We explore the three pillars they propose for advancing CDG treatment: improving disease models, enhancing clinical trial readiness, and finding scalable strategies that move us beyond one-gene-at-a-time approaches. From patient-derived brain organoids to AI-powered outcome assessments and the promise of basket trials, this conversation is a sweeping tour through the innovations shaping the future of CDG care. The Therapeutic Future for Congenital Disorders of Glycosylation I. J. J. Muffels, T. Kozicz, E. O. Perlstein, E. Morava https://doi.org/10.1002/jimd.70011
Today's show features: David Spisak, President/CEO of Disruptive Growth Solutions, LLC Steven Adragna, General Manager at CDG Recruiting This episode is brought to you by: Prime Dealer Equity Fund - Prime Dealer Equity Fund is providing a limited number of accredited investors with $100,000 or more the rare opportunity to invest directly into franchised auto dealerships; the offering can only be made via the Private Placement Memorandum under Regulation 506(c). Led by seasoned operators with deep experience in both dealership operations and fund management, the fund is designed to deliver consistent cash flow and long-term capital appreciation. f you're looking to diversify into this asset class—this is your chance. Check out https://primedealerfund.com/CDG/ to learn more. Disclaimer: This is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy securities. Any investment can only be made through the official Private Placement Memorandum and only by verified accredited investors. Nothing stated here should be considered investment advice. — Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
L'aéroport de Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle accueille en moyenne 250 000 avions par an et plus de 530 espèces de plantes et d'animaux. Reportage près des pistes du plus grand aéroport de France, à la rencontre d'une biodiversité parfois inattendue. (rediffusion du 25 septembre 2024) Un gros oiseau de fer passe presque au-dessus de nos têtes. C'est un avion d'Air France, à 100 mètres du sol, tout près d'atterrir à l'aéroport de Roissy, Paris-Charles-de-Gaulle (CDG), au nord de Paris, dans un vacarme assourdissant. On ne s'entend plus, à 300 mètres à peine de la piste. Mais quelques secondes plus tard, le silence (toute proportion gardée) est là, et c'est un autre oiseau qu'on entend. « C'est un pic-vert qui rigole comme ça, note Nicolas Croizé, ornithologue pour AéroBiodiversité, une association qui défend et recense la biodiversité dans les aéroports français. On peut entendre comme maintenant des moments d'accalmie où les oiseaux vont être capables de chanter, et donc de s'identifier, de retrouver leurs jeunes, de former des couples... S'ils sont ici, c'est qu'ils s'y sont adaptés et qu'ils y sont bien. » Les aéroports, d'où décollent et où atterrissent les avions émetteurs de 3% des émissions mondiales de CO2, le principal gaz à effet de serre responsable de la crise climatique, peuvent paradoxalement abriter une riche biodiversité. À CDG, on a déjà compté plus de 530 espèces végétales et animales, et donc pas mal d'oiseaux. « Je crois qu'en face il y a l'épervier », qui s'est envolé quand on l'a regardé. Autour de nous, en contrebas de la piste, de la prairie, des plantes, des arbres, et un immense bassin récupérateur des eaux de pluie qui tombent sur le tarmac. En ce matin de septembre, le niveau de l'eau est au plus bas, sécheresse oblige. Mais au loin, quelques canards barbotent. « Là-bas, près de la berge, ce sont principalement des canards colvert, décrit Nicolas Croizé. Au milieu, beaucoup plus petits, ce sont des grèbes castagneux, ce sont ceux qu'on voit plonger. » « Ah, on a eu une nidification de l'autre côté », lui répond Emmanuel Vesval, référent environnement à l'aéroport de Roissy. Nids d'oiseaux Plusieurs nids de différentes espèces d'oiseaux ont été observés depuis le printemps. « Qu'il y ait de la reproduction, c'est intéressant, souligne Nicolas Croizé. Ça veut dire que les oiseaux ne sont pas seulement de passage et qu'ils vont y passer toute la saison, donc qu'il y a de quoi s'alimenter, de quoi se reposer, de quoi faire un nid. » « Quand vous voyez des cigognes, ça peut surprendre ! Comme on a une partie humide, avec de l'eau, au niveau migratoire on peut avoir beaucoup d'oiseaux qui viennent entre novembre et février », précise de son côté Emmanuel Vesval. Les naturalistes d'AéroBiodiversité effectuent des visites régulières dans des zones où on ne pénètre que sur autorisation spéciale. « On se déplace trois fois par an sur les aéroports, explique Nicolas Croizé. On vient en avril, en juin et en septembre. Le but de notre venue, c'est de faire l'inventaire de toutes les espèces qu'on va pouvoir retrouver sur la plateforme. » Ils sont les bienvenus. Au conseil d'administration d'AéroBiodiversité siègent les patrons des aéroports parisiens, soucieux de présenter une autre image que celle véhiculée par les plateformes aéroportuaires : pollution, nuisances sonores... « Sur les 3 800 hectares de plateforme à Roissy, on a quand même 1 200 hectares de prairies aéronautiques, assure Emmanuel Vesval. On ne peut pas dire qu'elles sont polluées puisqu'on a beaucoup d'espèces qui y vivent. On a une biodiversité qui est tout de même assez impressionnante. » Un renard en bord de piste On est descendu un peu plus bas encore. Un petit ruisseau coule au milieu de saules. Les oiseaux reprennent leur chant dès qu'un avion est passé. Oiseaux et avions ne font pourtant pas bon ménage. « Ce qui va poser problème, c'est surtout la quantité, le nombre d'oiseaux qui vont se retrouver au même moment au même endroit, explique Meriem Methlouti, chargée d'études naturalistes pour AéroBiodiversité. Et c'est pour cela que les effaroucheurs essaient de les éloigner quand un avion s'approche de la piste. Sur certains aéroports, des rapaces sont dressés, mais pas à Charles-de-Gaulle. » « En général, ce sont des gens, formés, avec des véhicules, qui émettent des sons d'oiseaux, par exemple, ou qui tirent au fusil en l'air, pour que les oiseaux s'envolent de la piste. C'est à la fois pour éviter les accidents avec les avions, mais aussi pour limiter l'impact des avions sur les oiseaux, pour éviter qu'ils tuent des oiseaux lors de collision », complète Nicolas Croizé. Mais il n'y a pas que des oiseaux à CDG. On peut aussi croiser des mammifères, des lapins par exemple, que le voyageur, à travers le hublot, aperçoit parfois gambader dans la prairie que longe la piste, indifférent au bruit effrayant de l'avion. « On n'en voit pas autant qu'il y a des années, relève pourtant Emmanuel Vesval. On a l'impression que ça se régule tout seul, parce qu'on n'a pas de maladies, on n'a pas de tout ça...» Le régulateur justement, on l'a aperçu ce matin. Une patrouille de gendarmes en voiture s'arrête à notre hauteur. « Vous avez vu du renard aujourd'hui ?, leur demande Emmanuel Vesval. J'ai vu l'effaroucheur côté sud, apparemment, ils annonçaient un renard en bord de piste. » Une salade et une infusion La promenade se prolonge jusqu'à l'extrémité est de la plateforme aéroportuaire et prend des airs bucoliques. Le chant d'une bergeronnette grise. Le cri de corneilles. Des orties. Des baies d'églantiers, si rouges en cette veille d'automne. « C'est le gratte-cul ! C'est le poil à gratter !, rigole Meriem Methlouti, botaniste. On les mange en confiture. On a trouvé de la verveine et de la camomille, on peut se faire une petite infusion. Là il y a de la tomate sauvage, la morelle, et puis il y a de la mâche, du panais, de la carotte...» « On pourrait presque faire une salade au niveau de la plateforme, avec tout ce qu'on a en plantes ! », conclut dans un sourire Emmanuel Vesval. On entend encore un avion atterrir. On ne les compte plus. On se croirait presque à la campagne.
Hello everyone! It's hard to fathom how quickly time has passed and now how long it's been since my last episode. This quick little episode talks about what's been going on in my life and the industry in the time since. I hope you all do the homework I assign to you! Sending much love to all of you out there. --- If you want to support the work that I do or you want to be a part of my little community, you can meet me over on our Patreon page. I have a free membership tier too so it doesn't have to cost any money at all. When I get back to releasing episodes (will be asap!) — I release episodes there two days before the main podcast feed and some of these episodes will be longer with more even more stories than the public version. I also host a monthly movie watching party on my Patreon and share fun costume trivia and behind the scenes facts for each film. --- Whitney Anne Adams is a Costume Designer who has worked on several internationally acclaimed films, many of which have been featured at the Sundance, Cannes, Tribeca, and Toronto International Film Festivals. Her credits include The Supremes at Earl's All-You-Can-Eat, Story Ave, Freaky, We Have A Ghost, Happy Death Day 2U, as well as the upcoming film Five Nights at Freddy's 2. Whitney is an active union member of two I.A.T.S.E locals: the Costume Designers Guild, Local 892 and United Scenic Artists, Local 829. She is passionate about advocating for the essential art of costume design. --- TFACD Links: Patreon: Tales From A Costume Designer Instagram: @talesfromacostumedesigner Twitter: @talesfromaCD TikTok: @talesfromaCD --- Whitney Anne Adams Links: Website: whitneyadams.com IMDb: Whitney Anne Adams Instagram: @WAACostumeDesign Twitter: @WhitneyAAdams TikTok: @waacostumedesign --- Union Links: Costume Designers Guild IG: @cdglocal892 CDG at Comic-Con United Scenic Artists Local 829 IG: @unitedscenicartists IATSE IG: @iatse
In this episode of the Broadband Bunch, recorded live on day three of Fiber Connect 2025 in Nashville, host Pete Pizzutillo sits down with Tony Stout, Chief Technology Officer at CDG. With nearly 30 years in the telecom industry, Tony shares how CDG—a 55-year-old OSS/BSS provider—continues to innovate by building a next-generation, AI-native platform called Elements. Tony tells about CDG's digital transformation journey, including their move to the cloud via AWS, embracing open architectures, and integrating with partners like VETRO for real-time, self-service API integrations. He emphasizes the shift from telco to techco, and how operators must prioritize data hygiene, process optimization, and architectural flexibility to stay competitive in the AI era. Tony offers insights for operators navigating legacy system modernization. The conversation also touches on the role of standards, the evolution of operational tools, and what's ahead for the broadband industry in 2026.
Today 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. This episode is brought to you by: 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 listeners get 30 days of free full-service access to DLR50 on unlimited out-of-state deals. Head over to @ http://www.DLRdmv.com/CDG, use code POD30 to claim your free month today. 2. ActivEngage - Not every lead is a Glengarry lead. If you know, you know... Those are the ones that matter. ActiveEngage brews them 24/7. Not bots. Not forms. Real human experts having real conversations. Uncovering intent. Surfacing urgency. Creating motivation. Now your team gets buyers, not just browsers. Want to start closing your online faster? Visit @ http://www.activengage.com/glengarry 3. Auto Hauler Exchange - Ship Smarter. Pay Less. No Middlemen. Tired of brokers driving up costs and slowing you down? Auto Hauler Exchange puts YOU in control. Ship cars faster and cheaper with 5,500+ vetted carriers. Get cars delivered in just 4 days on average/ Transparent pricing, no hidden fees, and real-time tracking. Move cars smarter. Move cars faster. Learn more: https://www.autohaulerexchange.com/ Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Topics: 00:16 How did Royce transform his health? 01:02 Why health matters for business? 02:02 Secrets to losing 75 pounds? 03:00 Best employee wellness innovations? 04:32 Current transportation industry outlook? 05:59 Latest dealer acquisition trends? 10:09 Solving vehicle logistics challenges? 19:50 Direct shipping trends growing? 22:41 What's next for business? Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
In this special edition of The Broadband Bunch, co-hosts Brad Hine and Pete Pizzutillo break down the biggest takeaways from one of the industry's most influential events, Fiber Connect 2025. With over 5,000 attendees and 320+ exhibitors, the conference was packed with energy, insights, and future-shaping discussions. Brad and Pete dive into everything from the status of BEAD funding and shifting investment trends, to AI readiness, workforce evolution, and the growing importance of industry partnerships and interoperability. They also preview several upcoming podcast interviews recorded live at the event—featuring voices from Nokia, Clearfield, Render Networks, RouteThis, Sastel, Great Plains Communications, CDG, and many more. Whether you attended or not, this episode captures the pulse of Fiber Connect 2025 and offers a clear-eyed look at where the broadband industry is heading next.
Today I'm joined by Alan Haig, President of Haig Partners. We get into why tariffs and an uneasy economy aren't slowing down dealership acquisitions, why new GMs should consider taking on underperforming stores, where profits are headed through the end of 2025—and more. This episode is brought to you by: 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 listeners get 30 days of free full-service access to DLR50 on unlimited out-of-state deals. Head over to http://www.DLRdmv.com/CDG, use code POD30 to claim your free month today. 2. 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 @ https://www.mia.inc 3. CDG Recruiting - The Go-To Talent Partner for Dealers. Hire pre-vetted GMs, sales, F&I, fixed ops, C-suite, and back-office talent—ready to perform. Faster hires, better results. Book a call → http://www.CDGRecruiting.com Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Topics: 00:18 Current auto market outlook? 02:07 Dealership market health today? 03:19 How tariffs impact dealerships? 10:10 Recent profit trends concerning? 15:55 Best investment opportunities now? 23:21 Lender views on goodwill deals 24:51 Why is California unique? 31:35 How to fixi underperforming stores? 42:37 Market predictions for dealers? Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Hold onto your Mickey ears, folks, because Marq and Beth are taking you on a thrill ride through the latest Disneyland Paris developments, World Premieres (yes, plural) questionable naming choices, and Beth's emotional breakdown over some shocking attraction news (RIP, old friend). Here's what to expect: * Abu Dhabi has joined the chat: Disney's Big Royal Expansion. There's a whole new world rising in the United Arab Emirates, a Disney Adventure made for and paid by actual Princes and, we assume, princesses. Somewhere in the world where they don't cry over spirit jersey prices. Beth and Marq debate: Is this Bob Iger's final genius move before handing over the keys to the Kingdom? *Studio One's Grand Reopening: Now with More… Confusing Music? Back in our humble expansion park, Studio One has reopened—but now it's called « World Premiere » (because Disney loves a rebrand). Visitors are loving the glow-up, but the music playlist? A bit baffling, not that we are hating on John Williams. Is it Hollywood glam or an overly modern muddle? You decide. * Hollywood Gardens: Great Vibes, Meh Menu The atmosphere? Chef's kiss ! The food? The chef is not ready to kiss anybody quite yet. Beth and Marq discuss why this spot nails the aesthetic but fumbles the food variety. This place deserves more than fish burgers and star nuggets. But the dessert do look sweet! * Disney's Naming Conventions: What's in a wor(l)d? Park terminology. We've discussed this before, but why does Disney have to reuse the same three words in every park name? Like, do you need a Premier Access to have a World Premiere Adventure? Send help ! *
Today's show features: Ryan Maher, CEO of BizzyCar, Aaron Zeigler, President of Zeigler Automotive Group, Justin Villa, General Manager at Clay Cooley Ford. This episode is brought to you by: BizzyCar – How are top dealers keeping service profits high—even in uncertain times? They're using BizzyCar—the “easy button” for turning recall opportunities into real revenue. Built by dealers, for dealers, BizzyCar's AI-powered Recall Management and Mobile Service Platform helps service departments reengage lost customers, fill service bays, and boost revenue. Try BizzyCar today and get a special offer only for CDG listeners at https://carguymedia.com/bizzycar Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Today's show features: Bill Vaughn, General Manager of Al West Nissan, Ed Petersen, CEO of Wrench, Ryan Knight, Director of Operations at Knight Automotive Group. This episode is brought to you by: BizzyCar – How are top dealers keeping service profits high—even in uncertain times? They're using BizzyCar—the “easy button” for turning recall opportunities into real revenue. Built by dealers, for dealers, BizzyCar's AI-powered Recall Management and Mobile Service Platform helps service departments reengage lost customers, fill service bays, and boost revenue. Try BizzyCar today and get a special offer only for CDG listeners at https://carguymedia.com/bizzycar Wrench – Want to boost your gross profits by selling prepaid maintenance, without a service center? This new offering levels the playing field between independents like me and the big dealers. Wrench TotalCare lets you offer mobile maintenance plans—oil changes, tire rotations, even brakes—all done at your customer's home. Your customers get convenience. You get more revenue on every deal. And if you're using DealerCenter, it's already built into your workflow for seamless upsells.Not on DealerCenter? No problem. Visit https://carguymedia.com/wrench_ddl and start earning on every deal today. Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Today's show features: Brian Benstock, Partner GM of Paragon Honda, Curtis Biggs, General Manager of NewRoads Mazda, Alex Lawrence, CEO of EV Auto. This episode is brought to you by: BizzyCar – How are top dealers keeping service profits high—even in uncertain times? They're using BizzyCar—the “easy button” for turning recall opportunities into real revenue. Built by dealers, for dealers, BizzyCar's AI-powered Recall Management and Mobile Service Platform helps service departments reengage lost customers, fill service bays, and boost revenue. Try BizzyCar today and get a special offer only for CDG listeners at https://carguymedia.com/bizzycar Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Today's show includes Chris Barman, CEO of Slate Auto, Ryan Maher, CEO of Bizzycar, and Austin Conroy, Fixed Ops Director at Rohrman Toyota. This episode is brought to you by: CDG Recruiting – Hire top dealership talent, fast. From sales managers to GMs and C-suite execs, we've placed over 1,000 roles across auto retail. Ready to scale without the hassle? Visit cdgrecruiting.com to get started. BizzyCar - How are top dealers keeping service profits high—even in uncertain times? They're using BizzyCar—the “easy button” for turning recall opportunities into real revenue. Built by dealers, for dealers, BizzyCar's AI-powered Recall Management and Mobile Service Platform helps service departments reengage lost customers, fill service bays, and boost revenue. Try BizzyCar today and get a special offer only for CDG listeners at https://carguymedia.com/bizzycar Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com
Today I'm joined by Joe Neiman, President of DealerClub, part of the Cars Commerce ecosystem. We dive into the details behind his $25M exit, how reputation-based wholesale is shaking up the auction block, why he's paying dealers to sell on DealerClub, and more. This episode is brought to you by: 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 listeners get 30 days of free full-service access to DLR50 on unlimited out-of-state deals. Head over to @ DLRdmv.com/CDG, use code POD30 to claim your free month today. 2. 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 earning referral incentives on every installation. Visit @ qmerit.com/carguy to learn more. 3. Cars Commerce - The platform to simplify everything about buying and selling cars. Learn more at https://www.carscommerce.inc/ Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Topics: 01:00 What inspired launching DealerClub? 03:22 How did you revolutionize wholesale auctions? 06:07 Why is trust crucial in auctions? 14:06 How to compete with CarMax/Carvana? 17:02 What fueled Dealer Club's rapid growth? 22:55 What's DealerClub's revenue model? 24:32 Why did you sell the business? 34:04 What market trends impact dealers most? 36:02 How do reconditioning centers boost efficiency? Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Kent Tisher is a Palliative Care Doctor in Toronto Canada who loves to unwind and shed the stress of life by traveling in France. I first chatted to Kent back in April 2023 about his love of French vacations and it was fabulous to chat again as he arrived home in Canada on the same day that I arrived in Paris!.Kent came to France this time for only 10 days. He caught the TGV direct from CDG down to the Languedoc region to end up in Pezenas near Montpellier. This is a game changer for me as I had no idea there was a TGV to access straight from CDG!.(Tip from Kent: Check that you know the exact station you are either arriving at or departing from as many towns have more than one train station with very similar names!).Kent has lots of other personal observations and tips from his experiences during his travel that are key for anyone considering regional regional travel in France. I also have some considerations from my current trip to add to your list which we discussed in this episode!.You may want to think about:* car hire: size of car and type of hire arrangement;*short vs long French sojourns (European/North American travellers vs Australian/NZ voyages);*currency conversions;*making specialty arrangements for things such as scuba dives;*planning for where to go on road trips solo or with a group;*packing light (which I always struggle with!);*packing arrangements on a daily basis to assist with managing luggage on a road trip..Something else we discuss is the concept of visiting new places vs revisiting old faves. I am very aware of being fortunate enough to return to France on numerous occasions. Kent and I discussed how lucky we are, but also how we go without some things at home to enable these trips to our happy place. When visiting a new place there can be a sense of guilt if we don't make the most of every minute! But when enjoying a return trip there is a different energy about the visit. I always say to leave a reason to return and one of the reasons to return to the same region if you're fortunate to be able to do so, is to see it at a less frenetic pace!.LFF listeners can book a time with Loulabelle to discuss your itinerary ideas and arrangements. Just head to the LFF website: www.loulabellesfrancofiles.com .**Louise Prichard is the host of the Loulabelle's FrancoFiles podcast.**Other Loulabelle's links:FrancoFile Fix on YouTubeLoulabelle's FrancoFiles Spotify Playlist Loulabelle's FrancoFiles InstagramLoulabelle's FrancoFiles website
Today I'm joined by Chase Channell, General Manager of Victory Honda Jackson. We get into how he went from college dropout to GM by 25, why mastering finance separates good GMs from great ones, and why he still personally desks every single deal at his store. This episode is brought to you by: 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 listeners get 30 days of free full-service access to DLR50 on unlimited out-of-state deals. Head over to @ https://www.DLRdmv.com/CDG , use code POD30 to claim your free month today. 2. 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 profitability and the assurance you need. Register as a Member to Get Started @ https://carguymedia.com/44x0XYn 3. CDG Recruiting - The Go-To Talent Partner for Dealers. Hire pre-vetted GMs, sales, F&I, fixed ops, C-suite, and back-office talent—ready to perform. Faster hires, better results. Book a call → http://www.CDGRecruiting.com Need help finding top automotive talent? Get started here: https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here: https://cdgpartner.com Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here: https://bit.ly/3Suismu Topics: 02:10 What's Chase's early career background? 02:50 Why transition to car sales? 05:00 First car sales experiences like? 12:36 Why is F&I knowledge important? 20:23 How to build customer relationships? 24:58 What defines Victory's company culture? 26:39 How to empower service concierges? 31:49 How to optimize used car sales? 47:53 Why invest in young talent? Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ x.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy Threads ➤ threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Today I'm joined by Christian Crain, VP of Operations at Crain Automotive — a 16-store dealer group based in Arkansas. We dig into a story that's both unique and all too common in the car business: generational turmoil, how control can fracture a family, what it takes for the next generation to rebuild and much more. CDG's Automotive Tariff Tracker mentioned in this episode: https://news.dealershipguy.com/p/breaking-cdg-s-automaker-tariff-tracker-is-here-2025-04-03 This episode is brought to you by: 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 earning referral incentives on every installation. Visit @ https://www.qmerit.com/carguy to learn more. 2. CDK Global - CDK Global is the go-to tech partner for car dealers and automakers. Beyond top-tier software, their Research and Insights team delivers powerful reports year-round—like the Friction Points study, revealing what slows down the buying process and why F&I still matters. Want the full report? Learn more @ https://www.CDK.com/insights 3. CDG Recruiting - The Go-To Talent Partner for Dealers. Hire pre-vetted GMs, sales, F&I, fixed ops, C-suite, and back-office talent—ready to perform. Faster hires, better results. Book a call → http://www.CDGRecruiting.com
Dr Matthew Wilson, Postdoctoral Fellow at the Centre for Human Genetics, KU Leuven, joins hosts Silvia Radenkovic and Rodrigo Starosta to discuss a scintillating selection of CDG papers in our first ever research round-up. The papers discussed include: A pseudoautosomal glycosylation disorder prompts the revision of dolichol biosynthesis. Wilson et al Clinical and biochemical footprints of congenital disorders of glycosylation: Proposed nosology. Ng et al Rft1 catalyzes lipid-linked oligosaccharide translocation across the ER membrane. Chen et al Molecular characterization of Rft1, an ER membrane protein associated with congenital disorder of glycosylation RFT1-CDG. Hirata et al Genome and RNA sequencing were essential to reveal cryptic intronic variants associated to defective ATP6AP1 mRNA processing. Morales-Romero et al N-glycoproteomic and proteomic alterations in SRD5A3-deficient fibroblasts. Garapati et al In vitro treatment with liposome-encapsulated Mannose-1-phosphate restores N-glycosylation in PMM2-CDG patient-derived fibroblasts. Shirakura et al Liposome-encapsulated mannose-1-phosphate therapy improves global N-glycosylation in different congenital disorders of glycosylation. Budhraja et al D-mannose as a new therapy for fucokinase deficiency-related congenital disorder of glycosylation (FCSK-CDG). Starosta et al Glycoproteomics in Cerebrospinal Fluid Reveals Brain-Specific Glycosylation Changes. Baerenfaenger et al Neural and metabolic dysregulation in PMM2-deficient human in vitro neural models. Radenkovic et al
In this Fit Pic Breakdown mini-episode, Dan Sandison takes us through three looks that mean a lot to him — from childhood nostalgia to Sunday league steeze.We cover: – His first Liverpool shirt bought from a portacabin at Anfield– The vintage Comme des Garçons jacket he stole from his wife– The Pop Trading cap he still grieves– And the five-a-side fit that launched a grassroots football movement in LiverpoolDan also shares the story behind his cover shoot with Héctor Bellerín — how a DM turned into a working relationship, and why Bellerín remains one of the most thoughtful, well-dressed footballers on the planet.Expect Umbro boots, mustard kits, New York-made football shorts, and a full five-a-side fit masterclass.
This Week on Dopey! I'm super excited to have had the chance to interview PAtrick J. Pespas and Sam Lipman-Stern from The Telemarketers! A junky/true crime/scam busting documentary series on HBO! AI wrote all the juicy nuggets below - PLUS Dove updates us! Weighing heroin bags, and Siggy's 7 years!!!! All that and more on a brand spanking new episode of the good old Dopey Show!more dopey at: www.patreon.com/dopeypodcast
Welcome to Industry Spotlight—a focused series hosted by Sam D'Arc, highlighting standout dealerships and innovative companies, and exploring the trends driving success in today's automotive market. Today, Sam sits down with Bob Tasca III, VP of Tasca Automotive Group, and Ryan Maher. CEO of BizzyCar. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by BizzCar. 1. BizzyCar — built by dealers, is an AI-powered Recall Management and Mobile Service Platform that increases appointments, boosts revenue, and helps bring back lost customers. CDG listeners get a special offer at https://info.bizzycar.com/cdg
Welcome 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 has decades of experience and has successfully placed over 1,000 roles in the automotive industry. So if you're ready to find your next rockstar employee, try CDG Recruiting today by visiting @ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/
Welcome to The Breakdown—your go-to source for deep dives into the trends, strategies and shifts shaping automotive retail. Today's Big Story: How Dealers Quietly Outsmart Their Competition This episode is brought to you by: Dealer Pay – A dealer-specific payment acceptance solution designed to boost productivity and enhance customer retention. With over 25 years of experience, Dealer Pay is a trusted partner for dealerships across the U.S. Learn more at dealer-pay.com or contact Julie, CEO of Dealer Pay, directly at julie@dealer-pay.com. Prefer to read? Take a look at the companion newsletter for this episode here: https://news.dealershipguy.com/t/CDG's-Market-Pulse Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Welcome to the audio edition of the Car Dealership Guy Market Pulse! Today's big story: 3 hard-hitting auto market realities from the dealership floor—and what it could mean for 2025. This episode is brought to you by: OPENLANE - The leading online dealer marketplace for used cars, bringing you exclusive inventory, simple transactions, and better outcomes. Learn more at https://www.openlane.com/ Prefer to read? Take a look at the companion newsletter for this episode here: https://news.dealershipguy.com/t/CDG's-Market-Pulse Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Welcome to The Weekly, your go-to roundup of the top five auto industry headlines of the week. This week's top stories: 1. Leasing continued to rise in Q3 strengthening captive lenders 2. Negative equity and delinquencies cast a shadow on auto lending 3. Universal EV charging framework set to roll out in 2025 4. Hybrid reliability is neck and neck with gas-powered cars 5. Hybrids drive higher conquest rates in the auto market Have a tip for our editorial team? Send us your scoop at insights@cardealershipguy.org. This episode is brought to you by: TaxMax — The Tax Max “File and Drive” Sales Event is a simple tax season program that will help your dealership boost down payments and get more customers approved. To Learn more, Visit https://www.carguymedia.com/taxmax and enter promo code CDG to receive 25% off the Tax Max VIP package or above. Prefer to read? Take a look at the companion newsletter for this episode here: https://news.dealershipguy.com/ Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Start preening your Pinterest and refining your registry fragheads, this week the ladies are joined by fan fave Nose Candy guest Steve Gontarski to talk all about wedding perfumes! You may know Steve from his genius Tik Toks, ubiquity on the Luckyscent instagram, and as the manager of Scent Bar LA, but did you know he's also mawwied? The LA perfume icon sat down with the gals to talk about the scent he wore on his wedding day and graciously allowed the ladies to design their own fantasy weddings, which meant white tuxedos, chocolate fountains, and a perfume that smells like a rabbit cage. All that PLUS Maddie preserves her stake in CDG and fearlessly defends Zoologist's iconography while Chloe makes an argument for layering three of the strongest perfumes on earth. Want even more Steve Gontarski? Follow him on Tik Tok @myscentcollection and Insta @stevengontarski.Fragrances Discussed:Don't Cry For Me AltaiaDiptyque OleneFils de Joie by Serge LutensPanettone by Milano FragranzeBaruti PerversoAkro SmokeTheodoros Kalotinis Coffee AddictFrancesca Bianchi Unspoken MuskSerge Lutens Five O'Clock Au GingembreSerge Lutens Ecrin de Fumee Serge Lutens Santal MajusculeCrabtree and Evelyn Room SprayErnesto Cire Trudon CandleOld Spice 4711 CologneComme Des Garçons CarnationComme Des Garçons HarissaComme Des Garçons RougeComme Des Garçons SequoiaComme Des Garçons PalisanderFemale Christ by 19-69Comme Des Garçons LilyGuerlain MuguetComme Des Garçons OriginalComme Des Garçons MarseilleSerge Lutens L'OrphelineGap DreamCK One by Calvin KleinHalston by HalstonRed Door by Elizabeth ArdenZoologist RabbitZoologist Harvest Mouse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jay and Clifton bring an explosive look at an album nobody remembers, Jefferson Street by probably-divorced-dad-rockers Three Crosses!Telemarketershttps://teamcoco.com/podcasts/scam-goddess/episodes/telemarketers-w-sam-lipman-sternhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/90srecovery/posts/2662959050510276/https://time.com/6306418/telemarketers-hbo-true-story/https://jacobin.com/2023/09/telemarketers-is-a-fantastically-wild-scam-filled-gemhttps://www.nj.com/entertainment/2023/08/an-american-scam-made-in-nj-hbos-telemarketers-exposes-jersey-phone-schemes.htmlhttps://www.linkedin.com/posts/alexanderlau_the-story-behind-hbos-telemarketers-activity-7104591235687817216-yvR2https://decider.com/2023/08/14/why-did-cdg-shut-down-telemarketers-on-hbo-exposes-billion-dollar-scam/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Telemarketers_(TV_series)https://www.reddit.com/r/television/comments/163nyhg/did_telemarketers_fail_spectacularly_or_was_it_a/https://www.facebook.com/Unimondo.org/posts/706138824887712/?locale=it_IT&paipv=0&eav=AfZofoqLrhEMUZU2BWapbk5XMKgFwd4qsHSxseTGdZFLSe89lMDdF4xq8yGOJ9G-f74&_rdrhttps://www.nytimes.com/2023/08/10/arts/television/telemarketers-hbo-documentary.html#:~:text=%E2%80%9CTelemarketers%2C%E2%80%9D%20a%20three%2D,a%20monumental%20consumer%20fraud%20scheme.CDGhttps://legaltimes.typepad.com/blt/2010/03/new-jersey-telemarketers-hit-with-largest-consumer-protection-fine-in-ftc-history.htmlhttps://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2010/03/new-jersey-based-telephone-fundraisers-banned-soliciting-donations-will-pay-188-million-violatinghttps://www.charitywatch.org/charity-donating-articles/fundraisers-ordered-to-pay-188-million-and-banned-from-soliciting-forever-forced-to-relinquish-luxury-assetshttps://www.ftc.gov/sites/default/files/documents/cases/1998/06/ftc.gov-9723025.htmThree Crosseshttps://www.discogs.com/master/2289574-Three-Crosses-Jefferson-Streethttps://www.discogs.com/artist/3039904-Three-Crosseshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Three_Crosses_(band)https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-three-crosses-members-record-new-worshipalbumhttps://www.klove.com/music/artists/three-crosseshttps://www.prlog.org/11131838-stephen-pasch-and-three-crosses-band-members-reunite-after-14-year-hiatus.htmlhttps://www.crossrhythms.co.uk/articles/music/Three_Crosses_Exiles_On_Jefferson_Street/40733/p1/https://www.amazon.com/Jefferson-Street-Three-Crosses/dp/B000008S4Uhttps://www.christianmusicarchive.com/artist/three-crosseshttps://www.jesusfreakhideout.com/artists/ThreeCrosses.asphttps://www.crossrhythms.co.uk/articles/news/Band_In_High_Regard/44567/p1/https://www.worldradiohistory.com/BOOKSHELF-ARH/Radio-Programming/Christina-Hits-Radio-Hot-Hits-Brothers-1999.pdfhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/90srecovery/posts/420203928119144/https://www.facebook.com/groups/90srecovery/posts/430607760412094/https://www.facebook.com/groups/90srecovery/posts/1637146589758199/https://groups.google.com/g/rec.music.christian/c/-mzyP-EEy9o?pli=1Steve Paschhttps://www.discogs.com/artist/768109-Steve-Paschhttps://www.instagram.com/steve_pasch/https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-pasch-57aaa78b?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2Fhttps://www.theaudiodb.com/artist/163055-Stephen-Mark-Paschhttps://www.christianmusicarchive.com/artist/steve-paschhttps://sb21.weebly.com/about-us.htmlhttps://www.nytimes.com/2005/11/06/nyregion/music-new-greetings-from-asbury-park.htmlEp 1 30 min, talk about early days
Welcome 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/4eHlH1Y Upstart - Upstart connects millions of consumers to 100+ banks and credit unions who leverage Upstart's artificial intelligence models and cloud applications to deliver superior credit products. Learn more @ https://www.upstart.com/ BizzyCar — built by dealers, is an AI-powered Recall Management and Mobile Service Platform that increases appointments, boosts revenue, and helps bring back lost customers. CDG listeners get a special offer at https://info.bizzycar.com/cdg Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:01:34) - Raising $15 million (00:05:05) - The Bizzy Car recall report (00:10:10) - Do dealers have the capacity to do this extra recall work today? (00:14:49) - The state of Chrysler (00:17:02) - How much are dealers making on recalls? (00:19:13) - Are recall customers only transactional? (00:24:49) - What objections do you see from dealers? (00:30:35) - How will mobile service affect dealerships? (00:35:29) - Where is the talent pool for mobile servicing? (00:39:46) - Mobile service customer experience (00:42:46) - What are the company's long-term goals? Check out the Q3 Recall Report here - https://info.bizzycar.com/q3-24-recall-report Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News ➤ https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs ➤ https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Recruiting ➤ https://www.cdgrecruiting.com/ My Socials: X ➤ https://www.twitter.com/GuyDealership Instagram ➤ https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok ➤ https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership LinkedIn ➤ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Threads ➤ https://www.threads.net/@cardealershipguy Facebook ➤ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077402857683 Everything else ➤ dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Discover how Courtney Mathis and her team at Companies Doing Good are working to change perceptions of cannabis businesses and position them as valuable community assets. Hear about their strategies for creating positive social impact. Learn more and connect with Courtney & CDG: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneymathis/ CDG: https://companiesdoinggood.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/cdgsocials/ https://www.instagram.com/cdgsocials/ https://www.facebook.com/cdgsocials/ https://twitter.com/cdgsocials CIF: https://cannabisimpactfund.org https://www.linkedin.com/company/cannabis-impact-fund/ https://www.instagram.com/cannabisimpactfund/ https://www.facebook.com/cannaimpactfund/ https://twitter.com/CannaImpactFund
This episode has two interviews, neither one of them designers talking about games. As well, I take a good look at Arabian Struggle, and interesting new 3-handed CDG from Catastrophe Games.SD Hist accepting nominations for Summit AwardHighlights from the GMT August NewsletterNeva launches Steel and Sea: Columbus' VoyagesRevolution releases Shiloh: The first DayI review The Soft Underbelly: 1943 1945 from di SimulaLock n Load Publishing Summer SaleSupport the show
Clue Perfumery Perfumer & Co-Founder Laura Oberwetter is in the Perfume Room this week! In 2021, Laura DMed me asking if I knew of any good perfumery resources. Cut to 2024; she's launched her own brand, created 4 scents, and has already been nominated for an IAO Award. Today we discuss how she did it, where she seeks inspiration, and the importance of cross-modal translation and intentionality in all of her creations. Plus, the best-smelling mascara. AND OF COURSE, we discuss the newest launch, The Point. SUBSCRIBE TO PERFUMEROOM.SUBSTACK.COM FOR A FULL REVIEW OF THE THE NEW JORUM STUDIO TIME COLLECTION AS WELL AS THE PERFUME ROOM POST-SHOW INTERVIEW WITH LAURA (COMING THIS FRI!) FRAGS MENTIONED: Jorum Studio Monolith, Diptyque Benjoin Boheme, Jorum Studio: Zhaar, Opaline; Clue Perfumery The Point, Pantene Pro-V Shampoo, Ed Hardy Villain, Juicy Viva La Juicy, D&G Light Blue, Dry Idea deodorant, Ilia mascara, t gel, Escentric Molecules, CdG, Nomenclature, Frederic Malle, Clue Perfumery Warm Bulb, CdG Black Pepper, Replica Beach Walk, Clue Perfumery: With a Candle Stick, Morel Map; Tea Tree Therapy SHOP: clueperfumery.com FOLLOW: @clueperfumery (IG) | @keyhole___gazer (TT)
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with Mark Boyd, a prolific automotive tech entrepreneur where we discuss: the next $300m auto tech exit, Why great ideas don't = success, should dealers incubate tech startups? And the rise of “vulture capitalism”. 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 for free. Learn more @ https://privateauto.com/ Car Dealership Guy News - The #1 source for concise and unbiased car industry news. Stay informed with the most relevant and interesting stories by visiting https://cdg.news Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:31) - Introducing Mark (00:02:51) - Mark's career in auto (00;12:50) - Where will value be created over the next 5 years in the industry? (00:15:10) - Customer Data platforms (00:18:45) - What's exciting to you in Auto tech right now? (00:22:53) - What are some key themes you're focused on as an Auto tech investor? (00:27:29) - Is it smart for dealerships to incubate technology in-house? (00:35:45) - Do you see OEMs moving to an agency model? (00:41:35) - Thoughts on AI (00:46:23) - What traits do you see in the best founders/CEOs? Check out Boyd Ventures here - https://markboyd.com/ Check out Car Dealership Guy's stuff: CDG News - https://news.dealershipguy.com/ CDG Jobs - https://jobs.dealershipguy.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cardealershipguy/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@guydealership X - https://x.com/GuyDealership LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/cardealershipguy/ Everything else - dealershipguy.com This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with George Saliba, Dealer Principal at J&S Mitsubishi where we discuss: why he's livestreaming car buying to thousands, how dealers can kill on social media, is the Cybertruck a flop? and much more. This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast 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. Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:00:41) - How George and CDG connected (00:04:26) - Blowing up on social media (00:05:56) - George's career and background (00:15:08) - Social Media approaches (00:25:51) - What advice would you give dealers to grow on social media? (00:26:56) - How many cars are you buying now? (00:31:23) - Do you see dealerships incentiving salespeople to move cars via social? (00:36:53) - George's future opportunities (00:44:04) - Thoughts on the market (00:51:01) - Closing thoughts Check out George Saliba on social: TikTok Instagram Everywhere else Check out J&S Mitsubishi here. Check out the website for more (https://dealershipguy.com) and follow me on X @GuyDealership! (https://x.com/guydealership) This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Welcome to the Car Dealership Guy Podcast. In this episode, I'm speaking with David Thomas, Director of Content Marketing at CDK Global where we discuss: The future of EVs in America, Car market says “What recession?”, Why 70% of EV owners will never go back, How China is tipping the scales on EV production and much more! This episode of the Car Dealership Guy Podcast is brought to you by: Auto Hauler Exchange - The Auto Hauler Exchange has revolutionized the way vehicle haulers and vehicle shippers collaborate. The Exchange is the first digital marketplace of its kind in the vehicle logistics industry. Learn more @ https://www.autohaulerexchange.com/ Private Auto - The safest way to buy vehicles privately. Use code ‘CDG' to list your car for free. Learn more @ https://privateauto.com/ CDK Global - Empowering dealers with the tools and technology to build deeper customer relationships. Learn more @ https://www.cdkglobal.com/dealership-xperience-platform 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. Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:30) - David's career and background (00:06:03) - The state of the car market (00:11:05) - Where are we at today with how “easy” it is for consumers to buy a car? (00:16:40) - What's the state of EVs in the market? (00:32:52) - If you had to place your bet on one automaker to win the EV strategy, who would it be? (00:35:24) - What are you seeing as best practices for EV servicing? (00:41:25) - What's your opinion on the possibility of cheap EVs coming in from China? (00:49:19) - What's your short-term outlook for EVs? Check out CDK Insights here. Check out the website for more (https://dealershipguy.com) and follow me on X @GuyDealership! (https://x.com/guydealership) This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Welcome 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 their car shopping journey and sounds like a human on the other end. Check out Podium's AI BDC today by texting ‘CDG' to (706) 710-2303 or visiting them online @ Podium.com. Foureyes - Foureyes supports sellers with a complementary skillset that elevates their performance. This includes automated lead logging, personalized inventory updates based on shoppers' interests, and real-time alerts when a prospect is back on your website. Learn more @ Foureyes.io 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. Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:08) - The Case Duo & Rita's car background (00:06:29) - Do you recommend working with your spouse? (00:09:50) - How have you reinvented your operations and marketing? (00:15:29) - What drives your philanthropic nature? (00:17:56) - Why did you choose these southern markets? (00:21:29) - How does your Ft. Lauderdale Honda store operate? (00:30:45) - What's a day like for GMs at your dealerships? (00:32:39) - How are the GMs compensated? (00:36:26) - How are you driving recruitment of talent? (00:38:17) - Are there any regional trends you're riding when it comes to affordability? (00:45:48) - How are you viewing your used car business? (00:46:57) - What's exciting to you these days? (00:48:37) - What's your outlook for the industry? Check out Rick Case Automotive here. Check out the website for more (https://dealershipguy.com) and follow me on X @GuyDealership! (https://x.com/guydealership) This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
Welcome 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-platform Private Auto - The safest way to buy vehicles privately. Use code ‘CDG' to list your car for free. Learn more @ https://privateauto.com/ Warrcloud - Make every warranty claim automatic by transforming how claims are processed to make everything easier and get paid faster. Learn more @ https://warrcloud.com/ 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. Interested in advertising with Car Dealership Guy? Drop us a line here Interested in being considered as a guest on the podcast? Add your name here Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:00) - Jim's background and career (00:09:54) - Surviving a 7-year feedback loop (00:13:52) - What does the future of service at dealerships look like? (00:17:22) - What happens behind the scenes with manufacturers and dealer relationships? (00:19:38) - What are the key metrics are service members incentivized to hit? (00:22:59) - Do you measure customer experience impacts? (00:24:56) - What are the biggest opportunities for service providers? (00:27:05) - Who are the models of service providers in America? (00:31:25) - How are you able to attract dealers to Warrcloud? (00:34:04) - What is the most surprising thing you've learned about this journey? Check out Warrcloud here. Check out the website for more (https://dealershipguy.com) and follow me on X @GuyDealership! (https://x.com/guydealership) This podcast is for informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a basis for investment decisions.
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