VADA LIVE

VADA Live S1:E9 – Importance of Education with Reynolds Community College President Paula Pando

In this episode of VADA Live, host Dan Carrigan sits down with Dr. Paula Pando, President of Reynolds Community College, to discuss how community colleges are helping dealers bridge the skills gap. Dr. Pando shares how Reynolds is preparing students for real-world success — and how dealers can engage to strengthen the talent pipeline. Watch this important conversation on the future of automotive education and the dealer’s role in shaping it!

VADA Live S1:E8 – Capitol Briefs with Mimi Perka, Esq.

In this inaugural video edition of Capitol Briefs, Jeff Kelley of VADA Communications talks with Mimi Perka, Esq., VADA’s new director of legislative and legal affairs, about critical legislative priorities for Virginia’s franchised auto dealers. They dive into proposed changes to Virginia’s recall, warranty, and maintenance statute aimed at ensuring fair payment for dealers and technicians. Key measures include prohibiting manufacturers from slashing recall part prices, ensuring fair compensation for diagnostic time and addressing reimbursement delays for extended rental car expenses. Learn more about VADA’s advocacy efforts and why Dealer Day at the Capitol is essential for dealers.

VADA Live S1:E39 – AI and the Future of Talent Management with Interactive EQ’s Napoleon Rumteen

Join Dan Carrigan as he speaks with Napoleon “Napo” Rumteen, a proven leader at the intersection of automotive retail, SaaS, and talent innovation. Napo, the Founder and CEO of Interactive EQ, explains how his platform uses AI to measure intangible skills and improve hiring and retention in high-turnover roles like sales and service advisors. In this interview, Napo shares his perspective on why focusing on employee development and getting ahead of problems is crucial for profitability.

VADA Live S1:E7 – Get to Know 2025 Virginia Time Dealer of the Year Dave Perno

For this edition for VADA Live, host Dan Carrigan sits down with Dave Perno, President of Loyalty Automotive and Virginia’s 2025 TIME Dealer of the Year, to discuss his journey in the automotive industry. From lessons learned working in his father’s dealership to leading a family business, Dave reflects on the importance of supporting employees, giving back to the community and planning for the future. He also shares his perspective on industry trends like EV adoption and what 2025 might bring for dealers.

VADA Live S1:E29 – Modernizing the DMV with Commissioner Dr. Gerald Lackey, Ph.D.

Join Jeff Kelley from VADA Live for a conversation with Dr. Gerald Lackey, Commissioner of the Virginia DMV. With two and a half years at the helm, Commissioner Lackey shares his transformative vision, bringing a fresh, energetic approach from the private sector to public service. More critically for dealers, Dr. Lackey details the ambitious multi-year journey towards a fully digital, electronic titling process and how his unique “in the weeds” leadership style, including time spent in dealerships, is shaping a more responsive and partner-focused DMV.