Best Cherokee Media Group Podcasts (2025)

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Chip Perry & Dom Pope of sellmyride 30:22

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4h ago30:22

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Chip Perry, founding president and CEO of Autotrader and former CEO of TrueCar, has a new role: chairman of sellmyride, a startup seeking to help dealers source inventory from private sellers. Perry and sellmyride founder and president Dom Pope join the show to talk about the origin story of the company, how they connected, vehicle acquisition and …

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Exploring Raleigh City Farm: Urban Farming in Downtown Raleigh 31:46

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Join us as we "dig" into the transformation of a vacant 1.2-acre lot into the lush, productive Raleigh City Farm. Executive Director Lisa Grele Barrie shares the vision, history, and impact of this urban oasis. Discover how the farm connects the community to nature, agriculture, and sustainability through gardening, volunteering, and educational pr…

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A Look Back at Last Two Decades of the Used-Car Industry in Canada 27:25

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In the grand finale of our podcast episodes from Canada's Used Car Week in June, conference chair and Cherokee Media Group president Bill Zadeits is joined by Brad Hart and Peter Snoyer on a panel celebrating the 20th anniversary of the conference and reflecting on the past two decades in the Canadian used-car industry. They delve into the biggest …

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Mayor Jacques Gilbert: From Apex's First Black Police Captain to Mayor 32:55

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Positivity and politics don't often mix, but today's guest, Mayor Jacques Gilbert of Apex, NC, has mastered this art. In this episode of 'What's Up, Wake,' we delve into Jacques' journey from his early career in the police force to becoming the town's first Black mayor. From founding Blue Lights College to his unique approach to social media, Jacqu…

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SPONSORED EPISODE: AI & Big Data Deliver Significant Improvements to Inventory Management 15:53

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In this sponsored episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Merritt Critcher, Director of Product Management with CDK speaks with Bill Zadeits about the newest trends and potential for AI and big data to meet and exceed the inventory management needs of dealers. Highlighting speed and consistency, Merrit outlines the tremendous opportunity these tec…

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Experian on how much auto refinancing is gaining traction 8:24

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Melinda Zabritski, Experian’s head of automotive financial insights, said consumers are looking for ways to secure more favorable vehicle financing terms, especially with interest rates leveling out and perhaps a cut coming next week from the Federal Reserve.The base for Zabritski’s assertion came via Experian’s State of the Automotive Finance Mark…

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Follow the Money: State of Auto Finance in Canada 48:07

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In this panel discussion from Canada's Used Car Week in June, Cherokee Media Group president Bill Zadeits talks with leaders from auto finance institutions about the most important metrics, trends and macroeconomic factors in the Canadian used-car landscape. They discuss topics like vehicle affordability, tariff impacts, leasing data, fintech and m…

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Why Consistent, Accurate Inspections Matter More Than Ever 22:38

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Continuing our series of Auto Remarketing Podcast episodes from Canada's Used Car Week in June, Jameel Ghata of PAVE leads a discussion featuring leaders from across Canada’s automotive ecosystem — Jack Sulymka (PAVE), Mark Would (BMW Group Canada), Bryan McIntyre (EBlock Canada), and Lisa Prestidge (Element Fleet Management) — exploring why transp…

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North Carolina Seafood Industry with Lin Peterson 32:11

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In this episode of What's Up, Wake, we dive into the rich cultural heritage and thriving industry of North Carolina's commercial fishing. Join Melissa as she speaks with Lin Peterson of Locals Seafood about the journey of bringing local, sustainable seafood from the North Carolina coast to your table. Lin shares his personal story, the beginnings o…

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Calm Counsel Amid Stormy Times: Leadership Strategy from Women & Automotive Honorees 30:46

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Next up on our series of Auto Remarketing Podcast episodes from Canada's Used Car Week in June is a panel discussion with honorees from the Women & Automotive Profiles in Leadership program, titled "Calm Counsel Amid Stormy Times."By Cherokee Media Group

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Navigating Tight Credit & Negative Equity in Canadian Auto Finance 33:25

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Next up on our series of podcasts from Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage in June, Autocorp.ai founder and CEO Andrew Lemoine leads a panel discussion that seeks to answer this question: "Credit is tight. Negative equity is the new normal. Now what?"By Cherokee Media Group

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The Heartfelt Journey and Mission of the Pretty In Pink Foundation 25:05

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In this episode, we explore the impactful work of the Pretty In Pink Foundation, dedicated to supporting breast cancer patients who face financial challenges. Becky, a survivor and a key member of the foundation, shares her personal story and journey with breast cancer, and how she came to be part of the foundation. We learn about the foundation's …

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SPONSORED EPISODE: Recommendations for evaluating your F&I product vendors 13:53

29d ago13:53

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James Virgoe, who is senior vice president and managing partner of GWC Warranty at APCO Holdings, made another appearance for a sponsored episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast.This time, Virgoe went through a series of recommendations to help dealers evaluate F&I product vendors and spot the difference between a good vendor and a great one.…

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A Place at the Table with Maggie Kane 40:09

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Join us in this inspiring episode with Maggie Kane, a Raleigh native and the founder of Raleigh's first pay-what-you-can café, A Place at the Table. Maggie shares her incredible journey from volunteering at a local day shelter to creating a community space where everyone, regardless of means, can enjoy nutritious meals in a dignified setting. Disco…

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Mandy Deveau of DriveHRIS on Leading with Confidence 23:17

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Mandy Deveau is marketing manager at DriveHRIS, where she leads dealer communication and engagement. In June, she joined Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, presented by SYCN Auto Logistics, to talk about “How Women in Automotive Can Lead with Confidence.”By Cherokee Media Group

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Vivian Liu Wants to Make Autos Easy 22:19

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Vivian Liu is the CEO of Making Auto Easy, a platform designed to help dealers turn the manual meet-and-greet into a more efficient digital experience. In June, she joined the Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, presented by SYCN Auto Logistics, to talk about “Training the iPad Generation to Sell Cars.”…

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Discover the Magic of Carolina Circus Festival with Alicia Calderwood 28:41

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Join us as we dive into the enchanting world of the Carolina Circus Festival with special guest Alicia Calderwood, the ringmaster herself. Alicia shares her journey from discovering aerialist talents as an adult to opening Pura Vida Studio. Learn how the festival honors circus traditions, brings jaw-dropping performances to Cary, and promotes menta…

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Experian North America chief innovation officer Kathleen Peters on combating fraud 15:59

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Experian North America chief innovation officer Kathleen Peters made her first appearance on the Auto Remarketing Podcast.Peters recapped highlights of Experian’s 2025 U.S. Identity and Fraud Report and why service providers remain focused on curbing fraud that continues to get more complex.By Cherokee Media Group

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SPONSORED EPISODE: Growth by Design, Not by Chance with Allied Solutions 22:04

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Two leading executives at Allied Solutions identified the most-concerning signs about the current state of auto financing.Mark Bugalski, who is Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer, and Doug Falvey, who is Executive Vice President, Risk Management Operations, then offered valuable insight and strategy recommendations so lenders can fin…

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Politely Breaking Down AI with Jen McFarland 40:17

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In this episode, Melissa sits down with tech expert Jen McFarland, a contributing writer for WRAL TechWire, author of Cary Magazine's Geek Peek column, and founder of Marit Digital, to explore the world of artificial intelligence (AI). They discuss the implications of AI in our daily lives, its integration into business operations, and how even non…

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SPONSORED EPISODE: The New Cox Automotive Whitepaper—Measuring Your Marketing That's Working 10:08

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In this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Bill Zadeits welcomes Elizabeth Stegall, Senior Director of Client Retention with Autotrader, Kelley Blue Book and ICO and Cody Gentry, AVP of Dealer Success with Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book. The executives breakdown high level and high interest findings for dealers from the latest Cox Automotive…

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Erin Richmond & Rhys Albrecht of sMedia 22:31

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Next up on our series from the Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, presented by SYCN Auto Logistics, is a conversation with Erin Richmond, CEO of sMedia, and Rhys Albrecht, head of customer success at sMedia. They talk with Cherokee Media Group senior editor Joe Overby about solving pain points in the automotive digital marketing space, why cutting …

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Entrepreneurship in the Special Needs Community: Gabi and Mary Angelini 33:08

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In this inspiring episode, we talk to Gabi Angelini, a 2025 Cary Magazine Mover and Shaker, about her incredible journey as an entrepreneur. Gabi, alongside her mom and manager (momanger) Mary, overcame challenges in the job market faced by adults with special needs, especially those with Down Syndrome. They founded Gabi's Grounds in 2017 and Gabi'…

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PODCAST: TransUnion explains auto-refinancing opportunities with 18M consumers 15:14

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Satyan Merchant, who is senior vice president and auto and mortgage business leader at TransUnion, made another appearance on the Auto Remarketing Podcast. This time, the focus of the conversation is opportunities for auto refinancing.TransUnion indicated approximately 18 million are considered “in-the-money” for refinancing.…

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EFG Companies CEO Jenny Rappaport has some things to say 25:16

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Jenny Rappaport has some things to say, and if you’re a car dealer, it would be wise to listen.The CEO of F&I and training provider EFG Companies has returned to the Auto Remarketing podcast, and in a wide-ranging conversation with Auto Remarketing associate editor Andrew Friedlander she discusses affordability issues, the importance of the back en…

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How Dealers Can Build a Personal Brand & Customer Pipeline 23:38

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Next up on our series of episodes from Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, presented by SYCN Auto Logistics, are Crissy Burton, sales manager at Bob Rohrman Indy Hyundai, and Tianna Mick, chief marketing officer at Dealer Synergy. Burton and Mick talked with Cherokee Media Group senior editor Joe Overby about “The Blueprint for High-Volume Sales: Ho…

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Maximizing Untapped Potential in Dealership Real Estate 30:29

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The dealership space is a bit of an untapped resource in commercial real estate. But property and real estate matters are crucial areas for dealers to watch. That's where Ned Hennessey and the team at Surmount come into play. Surmount is a full-service commercial real estate platform and said it's the only one focused exclusively on auto dealers. H…

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Coralee Zueff on Empowering Women in Auto & Engaging Next Generation 16:52

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Next up on our Live Stage from Canada's Used Car Week is a conversation with Coralee Zueff, author of "Five Star Service Advisor," about empowering women in automotive and engaging the next generation of auto industry professionals. Zueff talks about her journey in automotive after getting into the industry by accident, engaging students about the …

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The Buzz on Beekeeping: Insights from Buddha Bee Apiary 28:02

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Join us in the podcast studio as we dive into the fascinating world of bees with apiary expert Justin Maness from Buddha Bee Apiary. Discover how Buddha Bee Apiary installs and maintains honeybee colonies across the Triangle's homes, schools, and businesses. Listen to Justin's journey into beekeeping, starting from his time at NC State and leading …

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Inside Baseball: Edmunds SVP on New Campaign with LA Dodger Tommy Edman 13:39

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Edmunds senior vice president of marketing Alison Anziska returns to the show for a discussion about the company's latest ad campaign featuring Tommy Edman of the Los Angeles Dodgers. In the spot, the aptly named Edman shows Angelenos how they can get valuations on their cars through Edmunds' upgraded vehicle appraisal tool. Anziska shares what Edm…

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Signal’s Jillings explains why exports are ‘a huge opportunity for Canadian dealers’ 13:08

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Remember when there was uncertainty and anxiety about how tariffs would affect exporting vehicles from Canada to the U.S.?Well, now the tariff era is here, and Tane Jillings says you can relax. On this episode of the Auto Remarketing podcast, recorded from the SYCN Auto Logistics Live Stage during Canada’s Used Car Week 2025 in Toronto, the co-foun…

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Exploring Gardening Tales & Tips with Award-Winning Writer L.A. Jackson 36:18

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In this episode, Melissa introduces L.A. Jackson, a garden columnist featured in nearly every issue in Cary Magazine's history. L.A. shares fascinating stories of his gardening journey and career, including his beginnings in Jacksonville, North Carolina, his time as an editor for Carolina Gardener Magazine, and his adventures leading European garde…

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The Varied Use Cases of AI in Automotive 32:19

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In this session from the Canada's Used Car Week Live Stage, sponsored by SYCN Auto Logistics, Pam founder Abdullah Baig, Zen AI CEO Olivier Vincent and BlinkAI Automotive CEO Dave Perry join Auto Remarketing senior editor Joe Overby for a conversation about the role of artificial intelligence in the auto industry, busting myths around AI, how the u…

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Jeremiah Wheeler's Journey 'From Dope and Despair to Leadership and Legacy' 40:13

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In no particular order, Jeremiah Wheeler is an auto industry executive. He's a Used Car Week Hall of Famer. He holds an MBA from SMU. He's a husband. A dad. And this week, he became a published author. Wheeler, who is president at DRN, MVTRAC and SCM, talked with Auto Remarketing senior editor Joe Overby about his debut book, "The Unlikely Executiv…

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Purr founder Chris Schnellenberger explains his unique business model 20:51

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In another episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast originating from Canada’s Used Car Week 2025 in Toronto, Cherokee Media Group associate editor Andrew Friedlander is joined by a man who thinks outside the box — Chris Schnellenberger, founder and CEO of Purr, whose unique business model offers a retail consignment platform for repossessed vehicles…

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Performance art & automotive philanthropy with Matt Hagan of ACV Capital 16:40

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Matt Hagan can paint quite a picture — and not just as regional sales manager for ACV Capital.In this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Hagan shared his journey to becoming a performance artist and working with the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association and other organizations to raise thousands of dollars for charity with his p…

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Canadian dealers on navigating auto retail in the tariff era 18:12

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Since the beginning of this year, all sorts of experts have been talking about tariffs, analyzing the market and predicting what will happen as the auto tariffs take effect. But what about the REAL experts — the dealers who are out there selling cars and working with customers through all of this?During Canada’s Used Car Week 2025 in Toronto, Chero…

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Cozy Mysteries from Fuquay-Varina: Authors Simone & Peter Stier 34:42

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In this episode, we sit down with Simone and Peter Stier, the dynamic husband-and-wife duo behind the Cafe Crimes cozy mystery book series. Discover how their real-life move from Los Angeles to the charming town of Fuquay-Varina inspired their bestselling novels set in the fictional Magnolia Grove. Learn about their writing process, transition from…

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Examining Canadian CPO market 34:38

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A session at Canada’s Used Car Week featured a mix of automaker and dealership executives, who examined Canada’s certified pre-owned vehicle market, how CPO sales are faring, OEM-dealer partnerships, challenges and opportunities in CPO, vehicle supply dynamics and more.By Cherokee Media Group

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7 top executives discuss Canadian wholesale market 33:29

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One of the highlights of Canada’s Used Car Week was a stage full of top executives from the wholesale market.Cherokee Media Group’s Joe Overby led a conversation with these executives, who discussed macroeconomic, technological and market factors impacting their operations, along with the success strategies they’ve adopted to thrive in this changin…

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Teen Entrepreneur Success Story: Meet Holden Bierman of Coastal Cool 35:24

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In this episode of What's Up, Wake, we sit down with Holden Bierman, a remarkable 17-year-old entrepreneur who founded the successful beachwear business Coastal Cool at age 12. Holden shares his journey from folding origami notes in sixth grade to creating a sustainable e-commerce brand that tackles ocean plastic pollution. Discover his inspiration…

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Why Agora Data’s Steve Burke is so bullish about automotive 11:04

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Agora Data’s Steve Burke is one of the most upbeat executives you can find in auto finance. When asked about his outlook for the car business during a conversation at the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association's annual convention last week in Las Vegas, Burke didn’t hesitate to say 2026 could be one of the best years ever.Find out why …

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Aarti Sequeira: From CNN Producer to Food Network Stardom 47:59

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In this episode, we invite you to our Aarti Party as we celebrate the annual food issues for Cary Magazine, Wake Living, and Main & Broad with dream guest Aarti Sequeira. Born in India, raised in Dubai, and educated at Northwestern University School of Journalism, Aarti's journey took her from serious journalism with CNN to stardom with Food Networ…

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NIADA’s Patrick O’Brien on work to be done in Washington for independent dealers 11:57

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The newest member of the team at the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association spent a few minutes during this week’s NIADA Convention in Las Vegas for this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast.Patrick O’Brien, who joined NIADA in May as director of government relations and compliance, shared more details about his background with the …

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Inventory management through lens of independent dealers 16:45

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How an independent dealer approaches inventory strategy might be different than a franchised store.Patrick Janes, associate vice president of inventory solutions management at Cox Automotive, delved into the current inventory landscape during this week’s NIADA Convention in Las Vegas for this episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast.…

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Talking new approaches to sharpen collections in BHPH 18:21

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Cherokee Media Group’s Nick Zulovich secured some time with Gene Daughtry of Auto Master Systems this week in Las Vegas during the annual convention hosted by the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association.Daughtry still travels nationwide regularly and has weekly online meetings with buy-here, pay-here dealers who are seeking to sharpen t…

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From Small Town to Stardom: BJ Barham's Musical Journey with American Aquarium 44:42

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Join us as we dive into the incredible journey of BJ Barham, the founder of American Aquarium. In this episode, BJ shares his personal and professional evolution from a small-town North Carolina boy with dreams of becoming a lawyer to a celebrated musician with 17 albums. Discover how he created the highly popular annual music festival Roadtrip to …

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Kord Co-Founders AJ Philippakis & Vish Talreja 27:34

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AJ Philippakis and Vish Talreja are the co-founders of Kord, an electric vehicle insight product designed to share essential EV data with shoppers on vehicle details pages. Kord works with dealers and groups like Kia North Shore, Volvo Cars Richmond and the Dilawri Automotive Group to help educate shoppers about EVs and facilitate confident EV owne…

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SPONSORED EPISODE: Auto-finance pulse check & identifying blind spots with Allied Solutions 23:02

3M ago23:02

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John Elias with Allied Solutions gave an in-depth overview of how auto financing has unfolded so far this year. Perhaps even more importantly for this special sponsored episode of the Auto Remarketing Podcast, Elias pinpointed the blind spot lenders might be missing and offered recommendations to help mitigate risk.…

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The Legacy of Angus Barn: with Van Eure 52:18

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In this episode of What's Up, Wake, we delve into the rich history and enduring success of Raleigh's legendary Angus Barn. Since opening in 1960, the restaurant has been a cornerstone for celebrations in the community, known for its exceptional steaks and inviting atmosphere. Join us as we sit down with Van Eure, daughter of founder Thad Eure Jr., …