Dealer plates are your most valuable, and often most easily lost, assets. Join VADA Live as we introduce TagTracker, a new partner specializing in patented, real-time GPS Dealer Tag Tracking.
VADA Live S1:E44 – Legacy, Integrity, and Leadership with Marlow Automotive’s Emily Marlow Beck
Join Dan Carrigan as he speaks with Emily Marlow Beck, President of Marlow Motor Company and Virginia’s 2026 Time Dealer of the Year, for a candid and insightful conversation about leadership and the future of the family-run dealership.
VADA Live S1:E42 – Virginia Election Recap: What the Results Mean for Virginia Businesses
Virginia just delivered a historic election, electing the first female chief executive, Abigail Spanberger, and expanding the Democratic House of Delegates majority by 13 seats. What does this shift mean for Virginia’s business climate, the upcoming 2026 General Assembly session, and franchise auto dealers? Join host Dan Carrigan with two members of VADA’s Lobbying team,
VADA Live S1:41 – The AI Pyramid and Agentic Workflows with Cox Automotive’s Dr. Ben Flusberg
Join Dr. Ben Flusberg, Chief Data Officer at Cox Automotive for a deep dive into the evolution and practical application of AI in auto retail. Dr. Flusberg defines the AI landscape, explaining the shift from predictive to generative and now to agentic AI—where systems execute multi-step automated workflows.
What Election Day 2025 in Virginia means for auto dealers
November 5, 2025 Virginia elections deliver historic Democratic sweep For Virginia’s business community, including franchise auto dealers, this year’s election results signal a new political landscape in Richmond and across the Commonwealth heading into the 2026 General Assembly session. With major Democratic victories in statewide and local races, leadership priorities may shift – but as
VADA Live S1:E40 – Market Shifts, EV Demand, & Practical AI w/ Automotive Ventures’ Steve Greenfield
Steve provides a crucial outlook for Q4 2025 and 2026, explaining why the EV softening and affordability pressures are defining the landscape, while the prime consumer remains resilient.
VADA Live S1:E15 – Talent Management with NADA Academy Instructor Steve Brazill
Struggling with finding and keeping top talent at your dealership? NADA Academy Instructor Steve Brazill joins VADA Live host Dan Carrigan to share insights gained from decades in automotive retail. Learn why slowing down the hiring process, effective onboarding, and building the right culture are crucial for long-term success and avoiding costly turnover.
VADA Live S1:E30 – Leadership, Legacy, and the Road Ahead with Roger Keller, VADA’s 2025-26 Chairman
In this episode, we sat down with Roger Keller, the incoming Board Chair for VADA, to learn more about his experience with VADA, and how his vision for the future of automotive will fuel his decisions as Chairman for the year ahead. As the only Chairman to have been at the helm of two automobile associations (his other being Indiana), Roger brings insight to supporting the industry and provides key takeaways for VA dealers in the rapidly changing retail auto landscape.
VADA Live S1:E13 – Importance of Deal Jacket Audits with ComplyAuto’s Brad Miller
Are your deal jackets audit-ready? Ensuring compliance isn’t just about avoiding fines — it’s about doing things the right way. Join VADA’s Anne Gambardella and ComplyAuto’s Brad Miller as they break down the importance of Deal Jacket Audits— why they matter, where dealerships often go wrong and how to stay ahead of regulatory scrutiny. Protect your dealership from compliance risks. Strengthen your processes the right way. Avoid costly mistakes before they happen. Good compliance is good business. Get the insights you need. Watch now! To learn more about ComplyAuto and other VADA Program Partners, visit: vada.com/dealer-resources/dealer-programs
VADA Live S1:E31 – Sit Down with AutoFi’s Joe St. John
Get the latest insights on retail automotive Customer Experience, the influence of AI on the Modern Car Deal, and more during this episode of VADA Live with AutoFi’s Joe St. John.