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Women In Automotive, My First Time

AutoSuccessOnline

I attended the 2024 Women In Automotive Conference in Colorado Springs, Colorado. What makes Women In Automotive different? But none of these were Women In Automotive. This was my first Women In Automotive conference. So, like eight, maybe 10 brave men and the rest all women. I am rarely impressed these days.

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Illinois Auto Dealer Named the 2024 ‘Ally Sees Her’ Award Winner

AutoSuccessOnline

Karen Sutton-Ford, dealer principal of Sutton Ford in Matteson, Illinois, has been named the winner of the prestigious Ally Sees Her Award. “My mission is to show that women of color belong and can have a huge impact in the auto business.” This recognition shows what women of color bring to the industry.”

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Obituary: Remembering auto dealer Bryan Rowntree

Canadian Auto Dealer

As a result, an entire generation of young men and women thriving in today’s automotive sector owe a debt of gratitude to this iconic industry leader,” said Gauthier. Bryan started in sports car racing, which led him on a path to automotive retail in 1957. Impressive numbers for the time, ranking him among the top retailers in Canada.

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Full circle

Canadian Auto Dealer

Shannon started with the Pfaff group as a co-op student, did a stint in the aftermarket and the OEM world and then settled back into automotive retail, in sales, sales management and ultimately made it to GM. Shannon also makes a point to encourage more young women to attend the program and continue to advance their careers.

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