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From Vendor To Dealer with Andrew Diffenderfer
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Have you ever wondered about the journey from being a vendor to retail?
Andrew Diffenderfer, the mastermind behind Foundation Direct, pulls back the curtain on this transition.
Join us as we take a walk down memory lane, reminiscing about Columbia House subscriptions and multi-disc CD changers, and discussing the roots of vendors and dealers in the industry. Andrew's rich experiences have not only shaped Foundation Direct but also allowed him to foster deep and enduring relationships within the industry.
Are the intricacies of data standardization and its role in facilitating successful collaboration between website providers and dealerships something you're keen to learn about? This episode dives into this critical topic, highlighting the complexities that mixed brand stores present and how to navigate these challenges.
An interesting life analogy from Michael's father-in-law also comes into play. Further, we pull back the veil on Andrew's recent foray into dealership ownership alongside Brian Benstock.
Discover how this shift has influenced Foundation Direct and how comprehending the daily obstacles dealerships face can lead to a more robust vendor-dealer relationship. Let's gear up for a conversation that's both illuminating and engaging!
Andrew Diffenderfer is the Founder and CEO of Foundation Direct.
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Chapters
1. Vendor to Dealer Partnership Transition (00:00:00)
2. Standardizing Data and Learning From Collaboration (00:13:16)
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