Hosted by VINCUE Chief Marketing Officer, Michael Hopkins, Cue the Next Leader is a series of conversations designed to share a common journey to help automotive leaders go further, faster. Go beyond what your team is achieving today with valuable lessons from other managers and owners in our industry. “We study the successes of others deeply, so that together we rise.” – Danny Zaslavsky. For more information on VINCUE, go to https://vincue.com/podcast.
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The Auto Hub Show is Now in our 6th Season and Ian Nethercott and team interview guests from all over the automotive industry every Monday at 11 AM EAST "LIVE". We also visit Automotive events all over North America and our "Ambust Interviews" are becoming a thing in the industry. Looking for a better way to connect to professionals in the Automotive Industry? Email the show today: [email protected] We are always looking for great speakers and Sponsors as we continue the MISSION of the Aut ...
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Janssen Auto Group Runs 7 Dealerships Smarter with VINCUE
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46:37Dave Janssen has been part of his family’s dealership group since 1998. What started as a single Chrysler store in McCook, Nebraska has grown into Janssen Auto Group, a seven-rooftop operation across four cities, representing brands like Ford, Honda, RAM, Chevy, and GMC. As owner and operator, Dave has led the group through steady, strategic growth…
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Art Moehn Cuts Days to Frontline Ready and Boosts Front-End Gross with VINCUE
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33:49Charlie Spradlin, Sales Director at Art Moehn Auto Group, helps run three rooftops across Michigan—two Chevrolet stores and a Honda dealership. He’s been in the car business for just a few years, but he’s already made a big impact. After starting his career in retail with The Buckle, Charlie brought his leadership experience into automotive, quickl…
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Send us a text As another month comes to a close, it is time to bring our team of experts together to share all their expertise and advise the industry "LIVE" on how to move your business forward and adapt to the ever-changing market in 2025. Thanks for Listening Ian Schedule a quick call With Ian https://calendly.com/d/cpz5-ymh-kqp/15-minute-meeti…
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Rajiv Jadhav from RSquare Media - The Digital Assasin March 2025
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1:01:23Send us a text Every so often a brand, a business, a politician, and even a celebrity gets into trouble online "Don't Panic" Rajiv can help you "Fix" this quickly. Enjoy this interview where Rajiv shares how you can deal with this issue in 2025 "LIVE" on the auto hub show. Get all the details on "Assisn For Hire" RSquare Media Today. Linkedin: http…
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Another wonderful Interview from NADA 2025 with Vehlo and Vincue
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14:52Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview the Vehlo and Vincue leadership as they shared more details on the partnership they launched at NADA 2025. Get more details on either company here: (Don't Forget To ask about The NADA PROMO) https://www.vehlo.com https://www.vincue.com Vehlo: Euwart Burrell Anderson https://www.linkedin.com/in/euwart-b…
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Send us a text It was my pleasure to Interview Mike Larkin of LPJM Solutions last month. Learn how to Engage - Sell and Track Everything in Automotive and grow your business. Has your management team heard about the power of Ai in 2025? Lean in, and Listen to this powerful solution today! Questions? Contact Mike Larkin for all the details and don't…
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Matt Love, CarMax: VINCUE Dealers are Winning with MaxOffer
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19:28In this episode of Cue Next Leader, host Angela Rizzo sits down with Matt Love, Director of Dealer Services at MaxOffer by CarMax, to explore the game-changing integration between VINCUE and MaxOffer. MaxOffer is a free, no-obligation web app that delivers real-time trade-in offers in under two minutes, providing immediate insights to validate your…
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The F&I and CRM show "Power Up" your Dealership in 2025
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1:00:18Send us a text With all the automotive market changes in 2025, it's time to dial in your process, lead management and take advantage of your CRM to drive real business growth in all departments. It was my pleasure to have two of the strongest women on the show "LIVE" today to discuss how dealers can move the industry and revenue forward in these ch…
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Another Great One-On-One interview with Shaun "Niff" Kniffin from NCM Associates
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50:27Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview Shaun "NIFF" Kniffin from NCM today. If you are a Dealer, OEM, or a worker in the automotive industry in 2025, watch this interview today. Reach out to Shaun today (20 Groups) https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaunkniffin/ [email protected] 6149404204 (Mobile) Thanks for watching Ian Schedule a quick c…
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The Chris Cosgrove - Cloud X- Interview March 2025
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45:51Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview Chris Cosgrove from CloudX. If your dealership or dealer group is looking for ways to optimize the vendor and accounting side of the business, eliminate fraud, save money, and reduce staffing levels in 2025, just reach out to Chris for all the details. Here are his contact details: https://www.linkedin…
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Attracting More Techs in 2025 - Fixed Ops Show
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1:01:23Send us a text As dealerships continue to expand the service side of their business in 2025, They need to attract, retain, and grow their business and team to meet demand and grow. This was a wonderful panel show, filled with diverse experts. A special thank you to the guests Sean Nethercott - My brother and a recruiter with over 15 years of experi…
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Send us a text As the EV marketplace and the international headwinds continue to shift in 2025 around the world the big question is what this means for Electric vehicles? Don't miss this great episode where our panel of experts discusses the state of EVS. Brent Seavey (Xcelerate) Ex-Tesla OG [email protected] Brandi Lindgren (Diskloz) EV owner an…
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An End and a Beginning: Angela Rizzo "Handing the Mic to Mike" Michael Hopkins
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30:29In her final symbolic interview, outgoing Chief Marketing Officer and founding host of Cue the Next Leader podcast, Angela Rizzo, hands the microphone to Michael Hopkins, the person who will succeed her in both roles. Angela and Michael have a long history together and Michael credits Angela as a friend, a colleague, and a mentor for many years. Th…
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Send us a text I have always said that if you are "passionate" about what you do in "LIFE" it's not really work right? Don't miss this great interview with Nicholas (Nismo Nick) Scherr of Lithia & Driveway Auto Group. Nick loves all things automotive and especially all things NISSAN. Have a Nissan question? https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicholas-sche…
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Alma CDJR Gaining $700 in Gross Per Vehicle Since Switching to VINCUE
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18:12Scooter Malloy, has been running Alma CDJR dealership since 2013. The dealership is located in the middle of Michigan's lower peninsula, serving a local farming community. Scooter’s wife, Jill is the GM and they sell roughly 50 to 60 vehicles a month. It’s a small community so Scooter and Jill run into customers all of the time. Scooter is an activ…
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The Thomas Ieracitano Interview - Digital Car Guy
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44:42Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview the one, the only Thomas Ieracitano on Valentine's Day 2025. It was wonderful to hear his story, how he helps car dealers, and how he can help your team get "RESULTS". Looking for a "Great Story", this is it. Need Help? Reach out to Thomas today! https://www.linkedin.com/in/digitalcarguy/ thomas@digita…
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The Eliminate $0 Per R.O. Show with Don Andres
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57:47Send us a text The biggest challenge facing the service drive in 2025 as dealers, and the service team continue to focus on increasing revenue in the drive is? Don't miss all the answers you need to drive growth and revenue; eliminate the work orders that lack revenue in 2025. It was my pleasure to host Don Andres and have this powerful conversatio…
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Send us a text Hearing Brad's story and why he built Deal Now was a pleasure. He started in the boat business and quickly realized that the volume and opportunity is much bigger on the car side. If you are looking to buy, sell, acquire, and get paid quickly for inventory for your dealership, Deal Now has what you are looking for. Get all the detail…
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Send us a text Growth in Service is all about reaching out to every customer and helping them drive safely in 2025 and beyond. Service offers, tire sales, seasonal offers, recalls etc. In this episode, we will give you real tools, tactics, and techniques to help your team, your store, and your customer drive safe and love your team at the same time…
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The Car Racing Show - "Real Race Car Driver, LIVE"
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57:13Send us a text What sparked your love of "Speed"? For me, it was the "Feeling" of driving fast, really fast! To the point that life gets a little dangerous, but that's right. "Life moves pretty fast" Feris Buller "Porsche, there is no substitute" Joel (Risck Business) This show is a special treat for the "Need For Speed" group. It was my pleasure t…
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It was my pleasure to interview Karl Falk from BotDoc.io At NADA 2025
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18:03Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview Karl Falk the founder and CEO of Botdoc.io at NADA 2025. Questions about Botdoc? Reach out to Karl and his team today! https://www.linkedin.com/in/karlfalk/ [email protected] https://www.botdoc.io +1-719-210-4225 Thanks for watching Ian Schedule a quick call: https://calendly.com/d/cpz5-ymh-kqp/15-minute…
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The ZipDeal Interview with Danny from NADA 2025
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7:42Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview Danny from ZipDeal "LIVE" at NADA 2025 in New Orleans. Are you sick of watching customers wait for the F&I staff at your dealership? Reach out To Danny and his team and check out ZipDeal today! https://www.linkedin.com/in/dannybenites/ [email protected] Enjoy the interview Ian Schedule a quick call: ht…
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Send us a text After years of discussing customer experience, technology, change, and the goal which is a frictionless award-winning Ww" experience in Automotive I am finally seeing all the pieces coming together, and it's time to help dealers, customers, and industry professionals start making the right moves and the world continues to spin and ac…
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The Tacito Direct Interview Nada in New Orleans 2025
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15:24Send us a text It was my pleasure to Interview A.J. Tacito from Tacito Direct "LIVE" from NADA 2025. If you are looking for ways to re-ignite your customer base, drive traffic and revenue at your dealership in 2025, give Anthony and his team a call. Here are the details: https://www.tacito.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-a-j-tacito-02b52a1…
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Len Short CEO of LotLinx Interview NADA 2025 New Orleans
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16:43Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview Len Short the CEO of Lot Linx at NADA 2025 in New Orleans. Looking for a great Ai-Powered solution to maximize your profitability and understand your market better in 20925 at your dealership? https://lotlinx.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/lenshort/ [email protected] +1-415-212-9000 Thanks for watching…
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The Winter Celebration Show - Dec 2024
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1:02:22Send us a text As we celebrate the most magical season of the year, I wanted to take the time to be thankful for all the "BLESSINGS" I have enjoyed in my life. Always remember to take the time to be thankful for everything you have in your life and "GIVE" to make the world a better place. Thanks for watching / Listening and for everything you do ev…
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Send us a text As we prepare for NADA 2024, our panel of experts share their insights, experience, and tips on how you and your team can make the most of the biggest franchise show in North America. Learn the tips to succeed at NADA in 2025 and beyond. Best Ian Schedule a quick call: https://calendly.com/d/cpz5-ymh-kqp/15-minute-meeting-round-robin…
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The First Auto Hub Show 0f 2025 - Welcome to a new an exciting year
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1:02:25Send us a text As we start 2025, it's time to get the Auto Hub Show party started. Enjoy the fist episode of a new and exciting year. Thanks for Watching / Listening Ian Schedule a quick call: https://calendly.com/d/cpz5-ymh-kqp/15-minute-meeting-round-robin One-on-one interview link: https://calendly.com/ian-tki/auto-hub-show-one-on-one-interviews…
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Send us a text At the Auto Hub Show we have been helping dealers get better for over 6 years now. We have tried all kinds of tactics, names, twists, and techniques with the GOAL of getting dealers to "LEAD IN" and pay attention to one of the biggest challenges facing our industry. That challenge is simple: Attracting, training, retaining & growing …
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Send us a text As political change accelerates in 2025 around the world it's time to dig into the Automotive sector and learn more about the "Real Story" LIVE on the auto hub show. A special thank you to all the guests on this episode who were not afraid to answer these tough questions. I am looking forward to all the great opportunities for growth…
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The First Weekly "LIVE" Fixed Ops Show - Now On Fridays at 5:30 EAST
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1:04:52Send us a text As the Auto Hub Show enters Season 6, we have expanded our mission to include the FIXED OPS side of the business. This show is the first in a NEW WEEKLY series every single Friday at 5:30 PM EAST. Enjoy this first show in our new series and feel free to reach out with show ideas, and for more details on sponsorship and of course ques…
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The 2025 Predictions show - What will 2025 bring
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59:55Send us a text As we end 2024, it is an Auto Hub Show tradition to predict the future, yeah that's right. These shows always feature some predictions from the Simpsons of course. I am looking forward to the 2026 predictions show at the end of 2025, which is already becoming a very interesting year as we all know. Thanks for Listening / Watching the…
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It's About Customers Show - Without Customers We Are Not In Business
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59:18Send us a text Description The Auto Hub Show is all about making the business better one show at a time. This episode is all about the reason we do what we do every single day, customers. Learn how to attract, retain, and create truly memorable and profitable relations with customers every single day in 2025. Thanks for watching /Listening to this …
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Beaver Toyota – The Secret to Selling 600+ Cars a Month
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15:59Beaver Toyota was looking to manage inventory effectively to balance acquisition costs, minimize aging stock, and improve sales cycles. Beaver Toyota faced significant challenges in recent years, with restricted new car inventory forcing them to rely heavily on used car sales. They struggled to acquire the right inventory, effectively engage leads,…
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Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview Matthew Davis from TradePending at NADA 2025 in New Orleans. Interested in enhancing the customer experience and delivering a superior experience in 2025 at your dealership or OEM? Reach out to the trade pending team today. https://www.tradepending.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewhdavis/ Thanks …
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The CDK Global Interview with Troy Glenn NADA 2025 - NOLA
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10:09Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview Trot Glenn from CDK Global "LIVE" and in person from NADA in New Orleans. Looking for an upgrade to your CRM and DMS in 2025? Reach out to the CDK team Troy Glenn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troyglenn/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 604-319-8769 Thanks for watching Ian Schedule a quick call: https:/…
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A wonderful interview with Alexi Venneri CEO of Digital Air Strike
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31:36Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview the CEO of Digital Air Strike at NADA 2025. DAS Technology works with over 9,200 Car dealers and they are all about "making it Easy" to get results. Have questions? Reach out to their team today! Alexi Venneri: (CEO) https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexivenneri/ +1-206-669-6989 [email protected] h…
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Great One On One Interview With Steve Baylis - Dealer Ignition
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32:12Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview Steve Baylis from Dealer Ignition. Looking for a partner to help take your dealership to the next level in 2025? Steve would be happy to complete an audit for your business in 2025. Just Reach Out Today! https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevebaylis/ [email protected] 604-808-9025 https://dealerignition.…
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Driving Efficiency and Results: South Dade Auto Group
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23:02Jose Lazo, Director Digital Operations for South Dade Auto Group which includes three stores: South Dade Kia of Homestead, South Dade Kia of Miami and South Dade Toyota of Homestead. Jose Lazo shares how utilizing VINCUE has transformed dealership operations across three stores, particularly in inventory management, turn, time-to-line, and team com…
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Send us a text I had a wonderful time interviewing Brayden of Dealer Surge. He is one of a new breed of "Young Guns" in the automotive industry helping dealers use technology to enhance the Automotive Industry in 2025. Reach out to Brayden today: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brayden-gingrich-a08b46131/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 519 635 77…
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Bob Lanham CarNow - Maximize Dealership Potential with Integrated Data and Consumer-Focused Tools
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33:45Discover how VINCUE and CarNow are transforming automotive retail through accurate data, innovative tools, and a focus on the consumer experience. Learn how this partnership empowers dealerships to increase engagement, streamline operations, and drive better results in a digital-first market.By VINCUE
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The Richie Bello / Shop Smart Autos & Clickable.INC Interview January 2025
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50:23Send us a text It was my pleasure, to interview Richie Bello from Shop Smart Autos & Clickable.INC. Richie is a seasoned automotive professional with lots of experience and a great solution. Need more details on Shop Smart Autos & Clickable.INC? Reach out to Richie today: Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richiebello/ Email: richiebello@shopsma…
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The Jeff Williams Zipdeal interview January 2025
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42:39Send us a text It was my pleasure to interview Jeff Williams from Zipdeal. Jeff is a seasoned automotive professional with lots of experience and a great point of view. Need more details on ZipDeal? Reach out to Jeff today. Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-williams-000883b/ Email: [email protected] Cell: 707-775-5827 Thanks for wa…
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Send us a text Don't miss this exciting and informative interview with an automotive Direct Mail Legend A.J. TaCito. Looking for new ways to target your, sales, service, parts or sub-prime customers in 2025 and get guaranteed results? Reach out to AJ and his team today for "Guaranteed Results", yeah that's right! Here are Anthony's AJ's contact Det…
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Send us a text We all know that automotive industry professionals work long hours and sometimes make the wrong decisions in terms of diet and health every single day, or at least some days right? It was my pleasure to interview Arne Wilner of Fit Executive Co and he was happy to share his personal fitness story and a lot of great tips and resources…
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Cue The Next Leader Spotlight: Diego Vargas Joins VINCUE
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12:15In this episode of Cue The Next Leader, I had the pleasure of speaking with Diego Vargas, a seasoned automotive professional with over 30 years of experience, about his decision to join VINCUE in his role as Vice President of Dealer Services. Diego possesses a deep understanding of dealership operations and an unwavering passion for supporting deal…
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Improve Engagement rates to 70% or More: With VINCUE and DriveCentric
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31:05Discover how VINCUE and DriveCentric are helping dealerships double customer engagement to 70% while streamlining operations. Learn how real-time integrations, mobile-first tools, and AI-powered features are transforming automotive retail, driving efficiency, and improving sales potential. Watch now to see the future of dealership success.…
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Rapid Recon Driven by Vehlo: Optimizing Dealership Efficiency – The Benefits of Aligning Variable and Fixed Operations for Streamlined Success
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29:19Dealerships often struggle with communication and workflow inefficiencies between their fixed and variable operations. Used car managers and service teams operate in silos, leading to delays, missed opportunities, and lost profitability. Without a unified system, recon items, vehicle appraisals, and profitability forecasts often become disjointed, …
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Making Magic for Customers and Employees at Patriot Auto Group
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15:37Patriot Auto Group faced several critical challenges that hindered operational efficiency and profitability. These included difficulties in inventory management, pricing, and vehicle acquisition. The dealership sought a comprehensive, mobile-friendly solution to consolidate operations, provide actionable data, and improve productivity across all le…
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Another great One-on-one interview with Sagar Jain from Cinntra
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15:50Send us a text Looking for ways to streamline operations, use Ai to maximize profit, and create better customer experiences and results for your medium-sized or large business in 2025? Before you make your next move, speak to Sagar Jain, he can help! https://www.linkedin.com/in/sagar-jain-886138121/ [email protected] 201 492 8267 Have a grea…
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