The $1.9 trillion stimulus bill that President Joe Biden signed earlier this month will completely pay COBRA premiums for laid off employees, and the legislation extends tax credits for businesses that continue to pay for COVID-19 related leave. Our colleagues at SESCO Management Consultants provide this rundown of key points about that legislation and about
Remembering Sean Brickell
March 4, 2021 We are saddened by the loss of Sean Brickell, our longtime friend and, among his many personal and professional pursuits, executive vice president of the Hampton Roads Automobile Dealers Association. Sean passed away suddenly yesterday. The remembrances online for Sean are many. The headline in The Virginian-Pilot calls Sean “a powerhouse in the Hampton Roads
Greensboro Auto Auction: A partner in profit for dealers buying and selling pre-owned vehicles
Just a short drive south, Virginia dealers have a pre-owned inventory partner in the Greensboro Auto Auction. Greensboro Auto Auction is a 35-year-old, independent, dealer-exclusive auto auction in Greensboro, North Carolina. Affectionately known as “GAA,” the auction sits on over 270 acres just minutes offof I-40 and offers a 16-lane first class facility. GAA supports
Former VADA general manager Jason Wilson takes helm of Kentucky Automobile Dealers Association
Jason Wilson, our former General Manager, has joined our neighbors to the northwest as president of the Kentucky Automobile Dealers Association. We know Jason will do great in his new role. Carl L. Swope, chair of KADA, said the organization was impressed with Jason’s leadership skills and hired him to lead the association following an
Dealerships in her DNA: Meet Aris Woolfolk, VADA’s new General Manager
STAFF PROFILE: ARIS WOOLFOLK This month, Aris Woolfolk — a longtime friend of ours whose family, the Hudgins, has been in dealership business for generations — stepped into the role of General Manager for VADA. In that capacity, she serves the needs of Richmond-area dealer members and works with VADA field representatives throughout the Commonwealth, who serve
A Message from Don Hall
Looking back — and mostly forward Winning every day for VA’s dealer body May 2021 In the car and truck business, dealers live month to month. But at VADA, part of our job is to think months and years ahead — which, with your support, allows you to keep the focus on your daily operations. As
A Message from Don Hall
A tribute to Senator John Warner, an advocate for dealers And a warm welcome to our in-person convention June 2021 Many years ago, we hosted a meet-and-greet luncheon on Capitol Hill in Washington. Virginia senator John Warner could not attend, but promised me he’d stop by and say hello. At one moment in the event,
A Message from Don Hall
Key overtime win highlights importance of Electric Election campaign Our summer PAC campaign continues August 2021 In an election as vital as Virginia’s in 2021, you cannot be without a voice as voters choose the leaders who will chart the path our industry takes for years to come. It wasn’t long ago when you faced
Message from Don Hall
Delivering legislative wins requires more than hard work The upcoming election season also requires an investment in our future February 2022 As you know, a record month takes work. Sales records are predicated on a lot of small wins and many people working behind the scenes to achieve a goal. As we’ve repeatedly told you,
A Message from Don Hall
Join our fight in advocating for our industry Use VADA’s new Action Center to weigh in on issues impacting your business January 2022 The General Assembly is underway, and your team at the VADA has been working at the State Capitol fighting for dealers across Virginia. And we could use your help. We’re launching a