What the Fixed Ops?! Podcast

We talk life. We talk work and growth in automotive. We talk mentorship. We talk the human journey and the customer journey! All from the perspective of fixed operations. Join us as we talk with leading industry experts, voices, and business owners. We’re here to share the journey with you.

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When car dealers need advice to help move inventory, they call Kerry Cardwell from Global Dealer Solutions. Kerry shares his thoughts on a multitude of factors in the current car market, be it margins, personnel, training, and much much more. a must listen for anyone in automotive struggling in the current economic climate.

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DON PELHAM

With a long career in the automotive industry, Don Pelham has seen the business from many different angles. Don is now the owner of Global Dealer Solutions, an all-in-one solution for dealerships looking to take their business to the next level.

DAVE FOY

We are joined by Vice President of Fixed Operations at OEM Interactive, Dave Foy for a very special edition of WTF called “Then and Now.” Dave reflects on his time in the automotive industry, the pitfalls and successes he experienced in his journey.

HENRY PIMENTEL

Henry Pimentel has been a part of the industry for the better part of 20 years. And he's amassed a wealth of knowledge about cultivating a positive and productive work atmosphere and how to exceed the expectations he's given by higher ups.

ALLIE PETERS

Allie Peters from Cavender Auto is our guest on WTF?! and she's dropping all knowledge about management and how she's learned to keep a level head in difficult times. Allie was incredibly generous with her knowledge and her story, don't miss this!

JOHN ELLIS

Agile Auto CEO John Ellis stops by to discuss his incredible SaaS, how adaptability creates opportunity, and his goals for the coming year. A must listen for anyone looking to get a leg up on where the industry is headed.

RAY HERNANDEZ

A lifetime of mentorship and learning. Ray Hernandez of Sonic Automotive is relentless in his desire to help and it's absolutely infectious. A devoted family man, Ray shares his passion for teaching and learning in all aspects of his life.

DAVID LONG

Unapologetic positivity combined with unflinching honesty and compassion has carried Hansel Automotive GM David Long to heights he once could never have dreamed of. This is a fascinating episode of travail and triumph!

SPECIAL: BOB GOWER

Bob Gower joins Charity Dunning in this WTF?! Special edition to discuss common problems and common solutions that we have in business. No matter the problem, we're finding a solution today on this spring special.

WENDY REEVES

Wendy Reeves, founder and CEO of BDC Angels, joins us for a riveting chat about her personal journey and transformation, the limitless potential of artificial intelligence, and how she has cultivated a thriving community of automotive insiders.

DAN SHINE

Dan Shine from Automotive News stops by WTF to talk about how his job as Senior Editor actually works, NADA, the changes he sees taking place in the automotive industry and so much more. Dan is a wealth of knowledge and valuable information!

TOM & KYLE FROM VISPERIO

Tom Fennen and Kyle Newsom, of Visperio drop by to discuss their approach to training and retaining great fixed operations employees. It's a great chat about the belief that anyone can make it with the right information and training.

LARRY FELDMAN

Larry Feldman, President of Career Changers USA, stops by the pod to talk about all kinds of things including, but not limited to: how boring car sales trainings are, why Keith Richards of Rolling Stones will live forever, and his band, The Real Fugitives.

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