Send us a text Jade Terreberry brings her data-driven hustle and people-first mindset to the table. The Auto Collabs crew sits down with Jade Terreberry—formerly of commercial real estate lending and dealership operations, now leading analytics and insights at Cox Automotive. With her roots planted firmly in the car world (thanks to a dad who spent 40 years winning national Honda sales contests), Jade shares how her love for data and love for people collided to shape her journey back into automo...
Jun 26, 2025•28 min
Send us a text Greg Uland returns to Auto Collabs with a timely look at how Reynolds & Reynolds is helping dealers prepare for a more efficient, tech-driven future. Greg Uland, VP of Marketing at Reynolds & Reynolds, joins Paul, Kyle, and Michael for a summer check-in ahead of the company’s Amplify conference this August. With record registration already locked in, Greg shares how the event is evolving into a hub for collaboration—not just among current Reynolds users, but across OEMs, c...
Jun 24, 2025•24 min
Send us a text Kaylee Felio, better known in the industry as "The Parts Girl," brings her unique flavor of grit, smarts, and systems thinking to this Auto Collabs episode. Starting her career as a Subway manager and now pushing toward the CEO seat at PartsEdge, Kaylee's story is a testament to the unconventional paths that lead to real leadership in auto. She's not just making waves with her content and the PartsEdge Podcast—she’s redefining what it means to lead from the fixed ops side of the d...
Jun 19, 2025•25 min
Send us a text Shane Wilson, the brain behind Connected Dealer Services (CDS), joins the crew to talk about how billions of data points, a deep background in consumer electronics, and a passion for keeping cyclists safe from autonomous vehicles are reshaping dealership service retention strategies. The conversation kicks off with Shane’s winding path through the automotive tech world—from remote starts to launching a connected solution for dealerships that’s more than just GPS tracking. At the h...
Jun 17, 2025•27 min
Send us a text Adam Marburger redefines F&I leadership with a servant’s heart and a black belt mindset. In this episode of Auto Collabs, Paul J Daly, Kyle Mountsier, and Michael Cirillo sit down with Adam Marburger, President and CEO of Ascent Dealer Services, to delve into his unconventional journey through the automotive industry. Starting as a porter, Adam's ascent to a top-tier F&I leader is a testament to his dedication and innovative approach. His new book, The Servant Leading F&am...
Jun 12, 2025•26 min•Ep. 162
Send us a text Attention-grabbing creativity, franchise fatigue, and the art of brand-building in the modern age. Glenn Lundy isn’t just a podcaster or speaker—he’s a professional attention architect who’s been helping auto dealers think differently for years. With thousands of episodes under his belt and a heart for growth (and a growing family, literally), Glenn joins Paul, Kyle, and Michael to riff on why the rules of attention have changed and how creative thinking can outperform a fat ad bu...
Jun 10, 2025•28 min
Send us a text Alain Nana-Sinkam’s automotive career began with a childhood passion—organizing Matchbox cars into a meticulously curated dealership on his bedroom floor. That early fascination evolved into a dynamic career spanning retail, finance, and tech, culminating in his leadership role at TrueCar, where he’s redefining how consumers and dealers connect in the digital age. In this episode, Alain joins Paul, Kyle, and Michael to discuss the evolving landscape of car buying. He emphasizes th...
Jun 05, 2025•26 min
Send us a text Chad Graves, Co-Founder and Chief Revenue Officer of Reunion Marketing, joins the Auto Collabs crew to talk shop about what really moves the needle in automotive marketing. With over a decade of experience guiding digital strategy for dealerships across the country, Chad breaks down how his team is pushing past surface-level metrics to deliver true business outcomes. Spoiler: it’s not about the flashiest dashboards—it’s about asking the right questions and making sure your SEO wor...
May 29, 2025•31 min
Send us a text Carol Marshall unpacks how culture, trust, and hospitality can supercharge your dealership. In this episode, Paul, Kyle, and Michael sit down once again with the ever-insightful Carol Marshall, COO of ActivEngage, to talk about the power of intentional hiring and world-class hospitality. Carol shares the secret sauce behind her company’s team-building approach—spoiler alert: it involves “hiring for attitude,” a heat-packed conference room, and a pair of brown shorts. Drawing inspi...
May 22, 2025•27 min
Send us a text F&I veteran Rudy Graff brings decades of grit, grind, and gut checks into a conversation that reveals the high-stakes game behind the deal jacket. Rudy Graff—aka “Rudy Boss”—joins the crew to unload decades of wild, real-world experience from the F&I trenches. From his early days dodging lemon law landmines and printing contracts with a daisy wheel, to leading compliance initiatives at one of the country’s largest dealerships, Rudy’s journey through automotive finance is a...
May 16, 2025•26 min
Send us a text Monik Pamecha is turning chaos into clarity with AI that actually understands what customers need. In this episode, the Auto Collabs crew welcomes Monik Pamecha, co-founder of Toma, for a deep-dive into the noisy, often-overlooked world of dealership phone calls. With a background in engineering and a journey that spans from health tech to nipple covers on Amazon (yes, really), Monik shares how he and his team stumbled into the auto industry and found their niche by transforming c...
May 13, 2025•27 min
Send us a text David Steinberg returns with the data-driven truth bomb that 88% of your leads might be telling you something you're ignoring—and it's costing you more than sales. David Steinberg is back—and he’s not holding back. From his childhood days as a SAG card-carrying actor to founding FourEyes, David brings a mix of storytelling charm and ruthless data clarity to this episode. He dives deep into why dealers are drowning in leads but still missing sales, how bad CRMs are sabotaging great...
May 08, 2025•26 min
Send us a text Unpack how robots, data, and AI are quietly transforming the dealership—from the parts department to the showroom floor. Greg Uland is back on the mic with Paul, Kyle, and Michael, and he’s bringing high-tech vibes straight from the Reynolds and Reynolds innovation lab. This time, they’re talking about RELO—a robot that delivers parts right to the service bay without breaking stride. It’s more than a novelty; it’s a tactical answer to the question every dealer should be asking: “H...
May 06, 2025•25 min
Send us a text Eric Flow is building a dealership legacy rooted in promises, not just profits—and his take on vendor partnerships and culture is anything but ordinary. Eric Flow of Flow Automotive joins the crew for a conversation that reaches deep into the DNA of one of the most intentional dealer groups in the country. With roots tracing back to a post-WWII used car lot and a family legacy that includes working for Douglas MacArthur and Henry Ford II, Eric doesn’t just represent the third gene...
May 03, 2025•34 min
Send us a text Cindy Allen brings the soul of a musician and the mind of a technologist to one of the auto industry's most quietly transformative companies. On this episode of Auto Collabs, the crew chops it up with Cindy Allen, CEO of StoneEagle, whose journey through auto, tech, and travel is anything but ordinary. From launching one of the industry's first web-based rating engines to leading a data-driven mission rooted in human connection, Cindy proves that growth and soul can coexist—if you...
May 01, 2025•26 min
Send us a text Setting big goals sounds great — but what happens when the hard part hits? Nick Askew shows us how perseverance, creativity, and curiosity can bridge the gap between ambition and reality. In this vibey and inspiring episode, the crew hangs out with Nick Askew of Space Auto — a man who seems to effortlessly blend tech, music, and entrepreneurial grit. After poking some fun at Nick’s musician-worthy name, the conversation quickly gets real. Nick opens up about a personal challenge h...
Apr 29, 2025•28 min
Send us a text For Erroll Bomar III, selling cars is just the surface—his real drive is inspiring lasting change, one relationship at a time. In this episode of Auto Collabs, we’re joined by the magnetic Erroll Bomar III—Ford product specialist, NADA Live Stage veteran, and founder of The Change 365 . Known for his presence at auto shows and his encyclopedic knowledge of vehicles, Erroll unpacks his journey from early car sales to national events, sharing how relationship-driven selling laid the...
Apr 24, 2025•34 min
Send us a text Dave Karasick proves that data and flavor both require the right ingredients to succeed. In this episode of Auto Collabs, the crew catches up with Dave Karasick, Dealer Business Development Manager at Urban Science, and a former chef who knows a thing or two about recipes—both in the kitchen and on the sales floor. Dave shares his unique journey from crafting homemade dishes to crafting dealership processes, highlighting the parallels between culinary quality control and retail au...
Apr 22, 2025•27 min
Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with longtime automotive journalist Brian Armstead to discuss his journey in the industry. With decades of experience writing for major publications like Forbes , US News & World Report , and The Washington Post , plus radio and TV appearances, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge about th...
Feb 21, 2025•13 min
Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with John Vincent, Senior Editor and Correspondent for US News & World Report , to discuss the Best Cars for the Money awards. From sedans to SUVs to full-size pickups, John shares how these vehicles are selected based on quality, cost of ownership, and long-term value. He also gives his...
Feb 20, 2025•7 min
Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with Tate Attia, Brand Manager for Bentley, to discuss what it takes to sell ultra-luxury vehicles to some of the most discerning customers in the world. From the newly unveiled Vanquish to Bentley’s 217 standard paint colors, Tate explains how personalization and relationship-building are k...
Feb 19, 2025•9 min
Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with Adam Marburger, President and CEO of Ascent Dealer Services, to discuss his new book The Servant Leading F&I Manager: Leadership Defined . Adam shares why the traditional approach to finance and insurance (F&I) in dealerships is outdated and how the industry needs a shift toward...
Feb 18, 2025•5 min
Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, we sit down with Erin Keating, Executive Analyst and Senior Director of Economics and Industry Insights at Cox Automotive, to explore the latest trends shaping the automotive market. Erin breaks down the vast amount of data Cox Automotive gathers—from consumer shopping habits to dealership transactions—and how it informs key indus...
Feb 17, 2025•9 min
Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly sits down with Adam Marburger—entrepreneur, finance expert, and black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu—to explore the connections between martial arts, leadership, and personal growth. Adam shares his journey from competing in MMA to building multiple businesses, explaining how the discipline, resilience, and mental toughne...
Feb 14, 2025•11 min
Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with John O’Donnell, President and CEO of the Washington Area New Car Dealer Association (WANADA), to discuss how public policy is shaping the future of the automotive industry. John shares insights from Public Policy Day 2025 , where industry leaders, policymakers, and media come together t...
Feb 13, 2025•11 min
Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier sit down with John Bozzella, CEO of the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, for a deep dive into the global automotive landscape. John shares insights from his recent trip to China, where he witnessed firsthand how their auto industry has leaped ahead in EV production and technology integration. He e...
Feb 12, 2025•14 min
Send us a text During the DC Auto Show, Paul and Kyle hosted a podcast stage at Public Policy Day, and interviewed policy makers and industry experts. In this episode, we sit down with Senator Bernie Moreno of Ohio, a former car dealer turned policymaker, to discuss the future of the automotive industry and American manufacturing. Moreno shares his strong belief in the franchise model, highlighting how car dealers serve as a crucial link between automakers and consumers. He emphasizes the import...
Feb 05, 2025•7 min
Send us a text Mergers and acquisitions in auto aren’t just about buying stores—they’re about building legacies, and Dave Cantin is leading the charge. From selling cars straight out of high school to owning and operating one of the largest Hyundai dealerships in the country, Dave has built an empire in the auto industry. Now, as the founder of the Dave Cantin Group, he’s redefining M&A with a strategy that’s about more than just the deal—it’s about about relationships, strategy, and legacy....
Jan 29, 2025•30 min
Send us a text AI is a powerful tool, but the human element is still the key ingredient in great customer experiences. Whether it’s selling wine or cars, relationships matter. 🚗🍷 In this episode of Auto Collabs, the crew welcomes Ted Rubin, CEO and Founder of ActivEngage, to talk about the ever-evolving role of AI in automotive retail. Before diving into tech, we take a quick detour through Europe—because when your wife is a sommelier, you don’t just visit France and Italy, you experience them...
Jan 20, 2025•31 min
Send us a text Endurance and innovation go hand in hand, whether you're running races or reshaping automotive data strategies. In this episode of Auto Collabs, the team catches up with Bobby Gaudreau, VP of Sales & Marketing at Activator Dealer Solutions, to discuss his passion for ultra-running and his relentless drive to transform automotive marketing. Bobby reflects on his recent 50-mile race, the Squamish 50, which served as both a personal milestone and a metaphor for his professional j...
Jan 13, 2025•26 min
