ACCELERATING
WHAT'S NEXT
what we do.
SOLUTION DISCOVERY
Wanna go fast? We do too! We pair technologists and serial entrepreneurs with our senior automotive manufacturing and retail partners to find, assess and implement leading edge solutions aimed at solving the automotive industry’s most critical challenges.
“Increasing the speed and effectiveness of change in the auto industry is the vision and thus the primary focus of motormindz. Our Solution Discovery practice leverages unprecedented automotive, entrepreneurial and tech experience to forge the future of the industry.” – Jeff Van Dongen, CEO
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Want answers? We got em! We have zero learning curve when it comes to automotive. We combine OEM experience, retail acumen, Tier 1 insights and leading-edge technology to quickly increase productivity and profitability.
“Our advisory practice delivers rapid results. We have walked in your shoes and understand your challenges. Our unique process, leverages senior leaders from all facets of the industry who get to the right answers… quickly” – Chris Glenn, Managing Partner
THE INNOVATION ENGINE AT WORK
The motormindz 4% Rule…the right solutions that address key stakeholder challenges equating to greater focus & accelerated mass adoption.
OUR APPROACH
SOLUTION DISCOVERY
MISSION
Identify, assess and scale leading edge solutions and technologies for our OEM, retail and industry customers, ultimately increasing ROI. We stop at nothing to accomplish this, and our reputation for doing it precedes us. The process looks like this…
We keep our thumb on the pulse. We combine our own vast automotive experience with a regular cadence of thought partnership interactions with:
- Our OEM and retail customers
- Our strategic partners who include global technology giants, venture capital firms and leading-edge scholastic institutions
- The various innovation labs we run with globally recognized industry leaders
The output is simple… well informed thought leaders with a deep understanding of the opportunities and how to capitalize on them.
We do the leg work. We look at hundreds of solutions and technologies annually, using a proprietary, multi-stage process to assess each solution. This ensures needs alignment, ability to solve the stated problem, and scalability. Through our extensive vetting process, hundreds turn into a select few that meet our stringent criteria.
The select few who meet our assessment criteria become motormindz’s solution partners. We work very closely with our solution partners to define strategic priorities, leveraging our access to rapidly accelerate the adoption of their solution. We also work to vertically align similar solutions for deeper integration and scalability.
Do you have a solution or a technology that has what it takes to create transformative change?
We want to hear your pitch.
“They afford us unparalleled access to critical decision makers, and when combined with their deep insight into our clients’ business, have shortened the time to revenue and success significantly.” – Peter Stevenson, CEO, eVN USA
ADVISORY SERVICES
MISSION
Make getting the right answers to complex problems simple and cost effective for our customers. We’ve done it time and time again and our customers aren’t shy about sharing their results. How are we different? One word. EXPERIENCE.
A SIMPLE MODEL
Assemble a team of experienced, senior automotive and tech talent from all facets of the industry each working in collaboration and you get rapid results. Our advisory services group has worked on every project imaginable… Learn more about our experience.
“I’ve paid millions for firms to tell me what I already know. With motormindz, I learned something I didn’t know… and fast.” – Automotive OEM, CEO
the mindz.
UNIQUE AND DIVERSE. We are global automotive industry and technology experts, collaborating in a time of rapid innovation and change. The unprecedented reach, experience and connections within our team uniquely qualifies us to immediately assess a situation across multiple verticals, then define and integrate a solution.
Please use the arrows to scroll through all our Mindz.
Jeff Van Dongen
CEO
With over 20 years of global automotive enterprise technology experience, Jeff learned the business as an impatient corporatepreneur, focusing on new ways of thinking across multiple verticals. His inability to accept the status quo is why motormindz can Accelerate What's Next.
Jeff Van Dongen
CEO
With over 20 years of global automotive enterprise technology experience, Jeff learned the business as an impatient corporatepreneur, focusing on new ways of thinking across multiple verticals. His inability to accept the status quo is why motormindz can Accelerate What's Next.
Jim O'Sullivan
Managing Partner
Having led Mazda Motors of America, along with franchise and business development at Lincoln and a prominent sales and marketing role at Ford, Jim has invaluable automotive experience, spanning nearly 30 years.
Jim O'Sullivan
Managing Partner
Having led Mazda Motors of America, along with franchise and business development at Lincoln and a prominent sales and marketing role at Ford, Jim has invaluable automotive experience, spanning nearly 30 years.
Bruce Coventry
Managing Partner
With more than 40 years of experience, Bruce has spent his career in manufacturing, quality, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, maintenance, purchasing, product design, operations, strategy, and a variety of C-level responsibilities working for General Motors, Ford, Chrysler and Dresser Waukesha Engine.
Bruce Coventry
Managing Partner
With more than 40 years of experience, Bruce has spent his career in manufacturing, quality, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, maintenance, purchasing, product design, operations, strategy, and a variety of C-level responsibilities working for General Motors, Ford, Chrysler and Dresser Waukesha Engine.
Bruce Coventry
Managing Partner
With more than 40 years of experience, Bruce has spent his career in manufacturing, quality, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, maintenance, purchasing, product design, operations, strategy, and a variety of C-level responsibilities working for General Motors, Ford, Chrysler and Dresser Waukesha Engine.
John Felice
Managing Partner
John was V.P. U.S. Marketing, Sales & Service at Ford, and has extensive global automotive experience in Ford Asia Pacific & Africa. He was recognized as an Automotive News All-Star for his leadership in revitalizing the Ford & Lincoln Certified Pre-Owned Programs.
John Felice
Managing Partner
John was V.P. U.S. Marketing, Sales & Service at Ford, and has extensive global automotive experience in Ford Asia Pacific & Africa. He was recognized as an Automotive News All-Star for his leadership in revitalizing the Ford & Lincoln Certified Pre-Owned Programs.
Ray Fisher
Managing Partner
Ray led Sales, Service & Parts at Chrysler Group, leading major growth in commercial sales and launching the award-winning Certified Pre-owned Vehicle Program. He was also President/COO of Donlen Corp, and a member of the Automotive Fleet Hall of Fame.
Ray Fisher
Managing Partner
Ray led Sales, Service & Parts at Chrysler Group, leading major growth in commercial sales and launching the award-winning Certified Pre-owned Vehicle Program. He was also President/COO of Donlen Corp, and a member of the Automotive Fleet Hall of Fame.
Chris Glenn
Managing Partner
A veteran of AutoNation, Chris has spent 33+ years in the retail automotive industry. Chris improved customer experience and financial performance, bringing realistic business know-how and a disciplined approach to changing dynamics in the Automotive sector.
Chris Glenn
Managing Partner
A veteran of AutoNation, Chris has spent 33+ years in the retail automotive industry. Chris improved customer experience and financial performance, bringing realistic business know-how and a disciplined approach to changing dynamics in the Automotive sector.
Kevin Corbett
Managing Partner
Kevin was VP & GM of Product Strategy & Development at Intel Corporation, driving the creation of complex technology products and global ecosystems in computing, telecom, digital media, and new tech. He brings vast knowledge of VCs, M&A, and new company development.
Kevin Corbett
Managing Partner
Kevin was VP & GM of Product Strategy & Development at Intel Corporation, driving the creation of complex technology products and global ecosystems in computing, telecom, digital media, and new tech. He brings vast knowledge of VCs, M&A, and new company development.
Don Johnson
Managing Partner
As U.S. VP for Chevrolet Sales and Service Don managed a network of 3,100 dealers and 2 million vehicle sales annually. Don’s global experience includes executive roles in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East and China.
Don Johnson
Managing Partner
As U.S. VP for Chevrolet Sales and Service Don managed a network of 3,100 dealers and 2 million vehicle sales annually. Don’s global experience includes executive roles in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East and China.
Alan Harris
Senior Partner
A Global Automotive professional, Allan was President & CEO of several National Sales Companies in the U.K., including Mercedes Benz, Porsche, and BMW. Allan also served in senior management positions in the U.S., Asia, Australia, Continental Europe, and Africa.
Alan Harris
Senior Partner
A Global Automotive professional, Allan was President & CEO of several National Sales Companies in the U.K., including Mercedes Benz, Porsche, and BMW. Allan also served in senior management positions in the U.S., Asia, Australia, Continental Europe, and Africa.
Kevin Ritchie
CRO
Kevin leverages 20+ years of automotive sales, marketing, CRM and business development to manage critical business challenges in automotive and other industries. Kevin headed the business design of the largest automotive lead management system in North America.
Kevin Ritchie
CRO
Kevin leverages 20+ years of automotive sales, marketing, CRM and business development to manage critical business challenges in automotive and other industries. Kevin headed the business design of the largest automotive lead management system in North America.
Doug Palmer
CSO
In both Silicon Valley and Silicon Beach, Doug has spent the last 20 years building enterprise technology solutions and creating innovative business & marketing strategies for over a dozen OEMs. He brings a holistic, consumer-centric, technical mindset to the business of accelerating industry evolution.
Doug Palmer
CSO
In both Silicon Valley and Silicon Beach, Doug has spent the last 20 years building enterprise technology solutions and creating innovative business & marketing strategies for over a dozen OEMs. He brings a holistic, consumer-centric, technical mindset to the business of accelerating industry evolution.
Doug Palmer
CSO
In both Silicon Valley and Silicon Beach, Doug has spent the last 20 years building enterprise technology solutions and creating innovative business & marketing strategies for over a dozen OEMs. He brings a holistic, consumer-centric, technical mindset to the business of accelerating industry evolution.
Othmar M. Stein
Senior Partner
Othmar was responsible for, Global Communications, Automotive Business Affairs and Commercial Vehicles at Daimler AG. He has worked closely with leaders in industry worldwide. Othmar was an Executive Committee Member, Automotive Advisory Council, Canada.
Othmar M. Stein
Senior Partner
Othmar was responsible for, Global Communications, Automotive Business Affairs and Commercial Vehicles at Daimler AG. He has worked closely with leaders in industry worldwide. Othmar was an Executive Committee Member, Automotive Advisory Council, Canada.
Allan Stejskal
Senior Partner
Allan brings over 20 years of technology management experience in automotive retail through senior leadership roles at AutoNation, Cox Automotive, and DealerTrack. He was most recently the CEO of incadea where he led the turn-around and sale of the global Dealer Management System provider.
Allan Stejskal
Senior Partner
Allan brings over 20 years of technology management experience in automotive retail through senior leadership roles at AutoNation, Cox Automotive, and DealerTrack. He was most recently the CEO of incadea where he led the turn-around and sale of the global Dealer Management System provider.
Allan Stejskal
Senior Partner
Allan brings over 20 years of technology management experience in automotive retail through senior leadership roles at AutoNation, Cox Automotive, and DealerTrack. He was most recently the CEO of incadea where he led the turn-around and sale of the global Dealer Management System provider.
Craig Roshak
Senior Partner
A lifelong car guy and 20-year Chrysler vet, Craig brings over 35 years of Finance, Accounting, Audit, Consulting and Strategic Risk Management experience in the Automotive, Retail and Manufacturing sectors, re-engineering organizations and processes in rapidly changing environments.
Craig Roshak
Senior Partner
A lifelong car guy and 20-year Chrysler vet, Craig brings over 35 years of Finance, Accounting, Audit, Consulting and Strategic Risk Management experience in the Automotive, Retail and Manufacturing sectors, re-engineering organizations and processes in rapidly changing environments.
Craig Roshak
Senior Partner
A lifelong car guy and 20-year Chrysler vet, Craig brings over 35 years of Finance, Accounting, Audit, Consulting and Strategic Risk Management experience in the Automotive, Retail and Manufacturing sectors, re-engineering organizations and processes in rapidly changing environments.
John Stadwick
Senior Partner
Over the course of a 34 year career at General Motors, John held a number of senior leadership positions taking him across the globe. John lead GM’s Global Customer Experience Group and Infotainment Products and Services. In addition to key leadership positions in Sales, Marketing and Aftersales in China, Dubai, Mexico and the US.
John Stadwick
Senior Partner
Over the course of a 34 year career at General Motors, John held a number of senior leadership positions taking him across the globe. John lead GM’s Global Customer Experience Group and Infotainment Products and Services. In addition to key leadership positions in Sales, Marketing and Aftersales in China, Dubai, Mexico and the US.
John Stadwick
Senior Partner
Over the course of a 34 year career at General Motors, John held a number of senior leadership positions taking him across the globe. John lead GM’s Global Customer Experience Group and Infotainment Products and Services. In addition to key leadership positions in Sales, Marketing and Aftersales in China, Dubai, Mexico and the US.
Lew Echlin
Senior Partner
Lew Echlin is a 25-year veteran of the auto industry with experience in US and regional markets including China, Australia, and California. During his 20+ years with Ford, he created and executed successful launch, turnaround, and competitive blunting strategies.
Lew Echlin
Senior Partner
Lew Echlin is a 25-year veteran of the auto industry with experience in US and regional markets including China, Australia, and California. During his 20+ years with Ford, he created and executed successful launch, turnaround, and competitive blunting strategies.
Kevin Cour
Senior Partner
Kevin has a nearly 30 years in sales and marketing with Toyota Motor Sales, USA and Ford Motor Company. He’s worked closely with dealers with both companies and has deep tactical experience in dealer network development, digital marketing, and all marketing tiers.
Kevin Cour
Senior Partner
Kevin has a nearly 30 years in sales and marketing with Toyota Motor Sales, USA and Ford Motor Company. He’s worked closely with dealers with both companies and has deep tactical experience in dealer network development, digital marketing, and all marketing tiers.
Barry B. Burris
Senior Partner
Identifying and evangelizing ‘Best Practices,’ Barry worked with distributors and dealers globally in his 30+ years with Nissan & Infiniti. Focused on sales, marketing and network priorities, expertise ranges from in-store product & process training to Residual Value / CPO strategies.
Barry B. Burris
Senior Partner
Identifying and evangelizing ‘Best Practices,’ Barry worked with distributors and dealers globally in his 30+ years with Nissan & Infiniti. Focused on sales, marketing and network priorities, expertise ranges from in-store product & process training to Residual Value / CPO strategies.
Barry B. Burris
Senior Partner
Identifying and evangelizing ‘Best Practices,’ Barry worked with distributors and dealers globally in his 30+ years with Nissan & Infiniti. Focused on sales, marketing and network priorities, expertise ranges from in-store product & process training to Residual Value / CPO strategies.
Mark Potesta
Senior Partner
In over 30 years, Mark has achieved the trifecta of proven leadership in Innovation, Global Business P&Ls, and Sales. Mark is an expert in vehicle development & EE architectures. He is a strategic thinker that excels at delivering market impactful products with customer value propositions.
Mark Potesta
Senior Partner
In over 30 years, Mark has achieved the trifecta of proven leadership in Innovation, Global Business P&Ls, and Sales. Mark is an expert in vehicle development & EE architectures. He is a strategic thinker that excels at delivering market impactful products with customer value propositions.
Mark Potesta
Senior Partner
In over 30 years, Mark has achieved the trifecta of proven leadership in Innovation, Global Business P&Ls, and Sales. Mark is an expert in vehicle development & EE architectures. He is a strategic thinker that excels at delivering market impactful products with customer value propositions.
Grant Faulkner
Senior Partner
With more than 25 years in automotive, Grant is an industry veteran who brings a wealth of experience and expertise across business development, strategic planning, technology scouting, market intelligence, forecasting, and advisory services.
Grant Faulkner
Senior Partner
With more than 25 years in automotive, Grant is an industry veteran who brings a wealth of experience and expertise across business development, strategic planning, technology scouting, market intelligence, forecasting, and advisory services.
Bob Echlin
Senior Partner
Having worked with multiple automotive OEMs, global tier suppliers and start-up companies, Bob brings over 30 years of industry experience in executive management, operations, strategic planning & deployment, business transformations and commercialization of new products & processes.
Bob Echlin
Senior Partner
Having worked with multiple automotive OEMs, global tier suppliers and start-up companies, Bob brings over 30 years of industry experience in executive management, operations, strategic planning & deployment, business transformations and commercialization of new products & processes.
Bob Echlin
Senior Partner
Having worked with multiple automotive OEMs, global tier suppliers and start-up companies, Bob brings over 30 years of industry experience in executive management, operations, strategic planning & deployment, business transformations and commercialization of new products & processes.
David Mondragon
Senior Partner
Dave joins motormindz with a wealth of automotive acumen at all levels of the Ford organization. Most recently, he served as Executive Director of US Sales and GM US Marketing for Ford & Lincoln and CEO and President of FMC Canada, Ltd.
David Mondragon
Senior Partner
Dave joins motormindz with a wealth of automotive acumen at all levels of the Ford organization. Most recently, he served as Executive Director of US Sales and GM US Marketing for Ford & Lincoln and CEO and President of FMC Canada, Ltd.
Leonard Ferguson
Senior Partner
Leonard comes to motormindz with 32 years of experience at Ford Credit, most recently as Vice President of Fintech, Mobility and Insurance. Leonard is well-versed in all aspects of Financial Services as well as connected vehicles, product development, digital, consumer experience, mobility and fintech.
Leonard Ferguson
Senior Partner
Leonard comes to motormindz with 32 years of experience at Ford Credit, most recently as Vice President of Fintech, Mobility and Insurance. Leonard is well-versed in all aspects of Financial Services as well as connected vehicles, product development, digital, consumer experience, mobility and fintech.
Leonard Ferguson
Senior Partner
Leonard comes to motormindz with 32 years of experience at Ford Credit, most recently as Vice President of Fintech, Mobility and Insurance. Leonard is well-versed in all aspects of Financial Services as well as connected vehicles, product development, digital, consumer experience, mobility and fintech.
Mark Harland
Senior Partner
Mark joins the mindz with over 20 years of global automotive experience at General Motors with specific emphasis in Sales Operations, Brand Building and Customer Experience enabled through technology solutions. Mark is currently working with Gumtree Motors, AGL and is an engaged Scale Angel investor and EnergyLab mentor.
Mark Harland
Senior Partner
Mark joins the mindz with over 20 years of global automotive experience at General Motors with specific emphasis in Sales Operations, Brand Building and Customer Experience enabled through technology solutions. Mark is currently working with Gumtree Motors, AGL and is an engaged Scale Angel investor and EnergyLab mentor.
Mark Harland
Senior Partner
Mark joins the mindz with over 20 years of global automotive experience at General Motors with specific emphasis in Sales Operations, Brand Building and Customer Experience enabled through technology solutions. Mark is currently working with Gumtree Motors, AGL and is an engaged Scale Angel investor and EnergyLab mentor.
Kim Schulz
Senior Partner
Kim has spent 20+ years building strong leadership credentials and business acumen managing teams across various industries including automotive OEMs, aerospace and cybersecurity. Most recently serving as EVP of Marketing for a cybersecurity start-up, she has experience developing strategic marketing and brand building solutions for companies of all sizes.
Kim Schulz
Senior Partner
Kim has spent 20+ years building strong leadership credentials and business acumen managing teams across various industries including automotive OEMs, aerospace and cybersecurity. Most recently serving as EVP of Marketing for a cybersecurity start-up, she has experience developing strategic marketing and brand building solutions for companies of all sizes.
Kim Schulz
Senior Partner
Kim has spent 20+ years building strong leadership credentials and business acumen managing teams across various industries including automotive OEMs, aerospace and cybersecurity. Most recently serving as EVP of Marketing for a cybersecurity start-up, she has experience developing strategic marketing and brand building solutions for companies of all sizes.
John Gaydash
Senior Partner
John held critical roles in GM’s finance, planning, program management, and sales and marketing divisions. John also held executive sales and service positions at the Vehicle Production Group and Saab Cars North America, and managed the Allstate Insurance Auto Dealer Program.
John Gaydash
Senior Partner
John held critical roles in GM’s finance, planning, program management, and sales and marketing divisions. John also held executive sales and service positions at the Vehicle Production Group and Saab Cars North America, and managed the Allstate Insurance Auto Dealer Program.
John Gaydash
Senior Partner
John held critical roles in GM’s finance, planning, program management, and sales and marketing divisions. John also held executive sales and service positions at the Vehicle Production Group and Saab Cars North America, and managed the Allstate Insurance Auto Dealer Program.
Mike McNelis
Senior Partner
Mike has been involved in the powertrain engineering and the vehicle calibration space for over 30 years. He held various managerial positions with Ford and Chrysler, and has almost ten years working with start-ups. Mike has deep technical and operational expertise and has a strong understanding of automotive systems.
Mike McNelis
Senior Partner
Mike has been involved in the powertrain engineering and the vehicle calibration space for over 30 years. He held various managerial positions with Ford and Chrysler, and has almost ten years working with start-ups. Mike has deep technical and operational expertise and has a strong understanding of automotive systems.
Mike McNelis
Senior Partner
Mike has been involved in the powertrain engineering and the vehicle calibration space for over 30 years. He held various managerial positions with Ford and Chrysler, and has almost ten years working with start-ups. Mike has deep technical and operational expertise and has a strong understanding of automotive systems.
James J. Padilla Jr.
Senior Partner
Jim has over 25 years in operations management, financial turnaround, product and business systems development at automotive OEM, Tier 1, alternative fuel, and automation suppliers. He is passionate about finding opportunities and teaching companies how to manage growth.
James J. Padilla Jr.
Senior Partner
Jim has over 25 years in operations management, financial turnaround, product and business systems development at automotive OEM, Tier 1, alternative fuel, and automation suppliers. He is passionate about finding opportunities and teaching companies how to manage growth.
James J. Padilla Jr.
Senior Partner
Jim has over 25 years in operations management, financial turnaround, product and business systems development at automotive OEM, Tier 1, alternative fuel, and automation suppliers. He is passionate about finding opportunities and teaching companies how to manage growth.
Greg Ross
Senior Partner
Following a 31-year career with GM Greg now advises a variety of connected car businesses. He has 15 years’ experience in Connected Car, IoT, Telematics and Mobility and was instrumental in the growth and scaling of GM’s OnStar business.
Greg Ross
Senior Partner
Following a 31-year career with GM Greg now advises a variety of connected car businesses. He has 15 years’ experience in Connected Car, IoT, Telematics and Mobility and was instrumental in the growth and scaling of GM’s OnStar business.
Ross Roberts
SVP Retail Development
For 20 years Ross managed licensing, merchandising, and advertising programs for Numerous OEMs, successfully integrating strategic initiatives into OEM Sales and Marketing plans, including Land Rover GEAR, The Jaguar Collection and the relationship between FDAF, Ford Racing, and NASCAR.
Ross Roberts
SVP Retail Development
For 20 years Ross managed licensing, merchandising, and advertising programs for Numerous OEMs, successfully integrating strategic initiatives into OEM Sales and Marketing plans, including Land Rover GEAR, The Jaguar Collection and the relationship between FDAF, Ford Racing, and NASCAR.
Ross Roberts
SVP Retail Development
For 20 years Ross managed licensing, merchandising, and advertising programs for Numerous OEMs, successfully integrating strategic initiatives into OEM Sales and Marketing plans, including Land Rover GEAR, The Jaguar Collection and the relationship between FDAF, Ford Racing, and NASCAR.
Lauren Kolak
VP Emerging Technologies
As an experienced automotive professional, Lauren has developed an expertise in the areas of fleet, dealer operations, customer experience and service and parts. Lauren is passionate about delivering solutions that transform operations and customer expectations.
Lauren Kolak
VP Emerging Technologies
As an experienced automotive professional, Lauren has developed an expertise in the areas of fleet, dealer operations, customer experience and service and parts. Lauren is passionate about delivering solutions that transform operations and customer expectations.
John Blobner
Senior Partner
Born and raised in the automotive business and a 26-year Cox Automotive senior leader, John brings experience as an Auction General Manager (domestic and international), Leader of Process Improvement, Technology Innovation, and Supply Chain Logistics.
John Blobner
Senior Partner
Born and raised in the automotive business and a 26-year Cox Automotive senior leader, John brings experience as an Auction General Manager (domestic and international), Leader of Process Improvement, Technology Innovation, and Supply Chain Logistics.
Bruce Rzentkowski
Senior Partner
Bruce was a Principal of the Hub automotive retail group and served on several National Dealer Councils, Executive Committees and as President of his Dealer Association. Bruce knows what sells at the dealer, group and national levels and creates operational efficiencies.
Bruce Rzentkowski
Senior Partner
Bruce was a Principal of the Hub automotive retail group and served on several National Dealer Councils, Executive Committees and as President of his Dealer Association. Bruce knows what sells at the dealer, group and national levels and creates operational efficiencies.
Bruce Rzentkowski
Senior Partner
Bruce was a Principal of the Hub automotive retail group and served on several National Dealer Councils, Executive Committees and as President of his Dealer Association. Bruce knows what sells at the dealer, group and national levels and creates operational efficiencies.
Eric LeGendre
Senior Partner
Eric is a seasoned professional with strong branch expertise acquired within two major European OEMs, PSA Group & SEAT (VW Group). His experience ranges globally through the EU, China, and the Americas.
Eric LeGendre
Senior Partner
Eric is a seasoned professional with strong branch expertise acquired within two major European OEMs, PSA Group & SEAT (VW Group). His experience ranges globally through the EU, China, and the Americas.
Philip Zelinger
Senior Partner
Philip, author and blog talk radio host, is President of Ad Agency Online, LLC. As a former Auto Dealer and a serial entrepreneur, he has contributed to the success of many technology start-ups serving the auto industry, cementing his status as a valued SME in automotive and advertising.
Philip Zelinger
Senior Partner
Philip, author and blog talk radio host, is President of Ad Agency Online, LLC. As a former Auto Dealer and a serial entrepreneur, he has contributed to the success of many technology start-ups serving the auto industry, cementing his status as a valued SME in automotive and advertising.
Philip Zelinger
Senior Partner
Philip, author and blog talk radio host, is President of Ad Agency Online, LLC. As a former Auto Dealer and a serial entrepreneur, he has contributed to the success of many technology start-ups serving the auto industry, cementing his status as a valued SME in automotive and advertising.
Lisa Ouellette
Director of Operations
An enthusiastic and innovative professional, Lisa uses her experience in supply chain management, customer relations and administration to create process improvement and implementation.
Lisa Ouellette
Director of Operations
An enthusiastic and innovative professional, Lisa uses her experience in supply chain management, customer relations and administration to create process improvement and implementation.
Dave Nathanson
Managing Partner
Dave has been a dealer principal and global consultant. He connects the supply base, engineering, production, distribution and forensics with leading OEMs, retailers, industry vendors, ERP DMS and dealer distributor specialty application systems.
Dave Nathanson
Managing Partner
Dave has been a dealer principal and global consultant. He connects the supply base, engineering, production, distribution and forensics with leading OEMs, retailers, industry vendors, ERP DMS and dealer distributor specialty application systems.
Alexandria Tolton
Director of Emerging Technologies
Alexandria’s ability to understand the big picture without losing attention to detail is
matched only by her relentless passion for hard work. This winning combination is what makes her a crucial member of the motormindz team.
matched only by her relentless passion for hard work. This winning combination is what makes her a crucial member of the motormindz team.
Alexandria Tolton
Director of Emerging Technologies
Alexandria’s ability to understand the big picture without losing attention to detail is
matched only by her relentless passion for hard work. This winning combination is what makes her a crucial member of the motormindz team.
matched only by her relentless passion for hard work. This winning combination is what makes her a crucial member of the motormindz team.
Mark Rikess
Industry Advisor
Mark is a former auto dealer and retail auto industry analyst, consultant, and innovator. Relied on by automakers, dealers, and auto industry business partners to conceive and lead important change initiatives in the retail automotive space.
Mark Rikess
Industry Advisor
Mark is a former auto dealer and retail auto industry analyst, consultant, and innovator. Relied on by automakers, dealers, and auto industry business partners to conceive and lead important change initiatives in the retail automotive space.
Su-Lin Velin
Industry Advisor
Chief Innovator at +ion. This problem solver seeks solutions with fortitude to drive ROI by leveraging her media and tactic agnostic approach. Automotive insights covering all three tiers, from OEMs to retailers, from tech vendors to audience acquisition, create a unique proficiency to apply research, marketing and tech to achieve client success.
Su-Lin Velin
Industry Advisor
Chief Innovator at +ion. This problem solver seeks solutions with fortitude to drive ROI by leveraging her media and tactic agnostic approach. Automotive insights covering all three tiers, from OEMs to retailers, from tech vendors to audience acquisition, create a unique proficiency to apply research, marketing and tech to achieve client success.
Su-Lin Velin
Industry Advisor
Chief Innovator at +ion. This problem solver seeks solutions with fortitude to drive ROI by leveraging her media and tactic agnostic approach. Automotive insights covering all three tiers, from OEMs to retailers, from tech vendors to audience acquisition, create a unique proficiency to apply research, marketing and tech to achieve client success.
Bruce Martin
Industry Advisor
Bruce is a 30-year veteran of the U.S. auto industry, with assignments in dealer credit, commercial finance and consumer automotive lending at DaimlerChrysler and GE Capital. Today he leads Broad & Pattison Automotive Search, Inc., an automotive management recruiting and executive search firm he founded in 2001.
Bruce Martin
Industry Advisor
Bruce is a 30-year veteran of the U.S. auto industry, with assignments in dealer credit, commercial finance and consumer automotive lending at DaimlerChrysler and GE Capital. Today he leads Broad & Pattison Automotive Search, Inc., an automotive management recruiting and executive search firm he founded in 2001.
Bruce Martin
Industry Advisor
Bruce is a 30-year veteran of the U.S. auto industry, with assignments in dealer credit, commercial finance and consumer automotive lending at DaimlerChrysler and GE Capital. Today he leads Broad & Pattison Automotive Search, Inc., an automotive management recruiting and executive search firm he founded in 2001.
Jim Moloney
Industry Advisor
With over 32 years in the automotive industry, Jim has held various senior executive positions with General Motors and brings extensive domestic & global expertise across contact center, customer experience, marketing, distribution network, product development, digital and aftersales disciplines.
Jim Moloney
Industry Advisor
With over 32 years in the automotive industry, Jim has held various senior executive positions with General Motors and brings extensive domestic & global expertise across contact center, customer experience, marketing, distribution network, product development, digital and aftersales disciplines.
Jim Moloney
Industry Advisor
With over 32 years in the automotive industry, Jim has held various senior executive positions with General Motors and brings extensive domestic & global expertise across contact center, customer experience, marketing, distribution network, product development, digital and aftersales disciplines.
Ken Luna
Industry Advisor
Ken Luna is the VP of Strategic Partnerships for CreditMiner. He has over 40 years’ experience in automotive dealership technology. He has expertise in Credit Pull API offerings & regulations, DMS, CRM, Web Based & Email Marketing, Call Tracking, and many other dealership software application usages.
Ken Luna
Industry Advisor
Ken Luna is the VP of Strategic Partnerships for CreditMiner. He has over 40 years’ experience in automotive dealership technology. He has expertise in Credit Pull API offerings & regulations, DMS, CRM, Web Based & Email Marketing, Call Tracking, and many other dealership software application usages.
Ken Luna
Industry Advisor
Ken Luna is the VP of Strategic Partnerships for CreditMiner. He has over 40 years’ experience in automotive dealership technology. He has expertise in Credit Pull API offerings & regulations, DMS, CRM, Web Based & Email Marketing, Call Tracking, and many other dealership software application usages.
Robin Sutherland-Coventry
Industry Advisor
Robin is an expert in consultative automotive retail sales processes. Her broad skill set includes market research, strategic planning, and positioning. She is an able mentor and coach to start-ups; versed in motivating teams, creating accountability, and driving results.
Robin Sutherland-Coventry
Industry Advisor
Robin is an expert in consultative automotive retail sales processes. Her broad skill set includes market research, strategic planning, and positioning. She is an able mentor and coach to start-ups; versed in motivating teams, creating accountability, and driving results.
Robin Sutherland-Coventry
Industry Advisor
Robin is an expert in consultative automotive retail sales processes. Her broad skill set includes market research, strategic planning, and positioning. She is an able mentor and coach to start-ups; versed in motivating teams, creating accountability, and driving results.
Dean Xeros
Industry Advisor
Dean is the Managing Partner at Constantine Group, and works with us as an advisor on logistics engagement. He brings over 25 years of experience in the logistics industry within the 3PL, Carrier and Technology sectors.
Dean Xeros
Industry Advisor
Dean is the Managing Partner at Constantine Group, and works with us as an advisor on logistics engagement. He brings over 25 years of experience in the logistics industry within the 3PL, Carrier and Technology sectors.
Jon Schulz
Industry Advisor
Jon is CMO of Viant (a Meredith company) and advises motormindz on digital marketing and media. He brings extensive ad tech as well as automotive experience from his diverse background including a variety of advertising, retail and digital roles at Ford.
Jon Schulz
Industry Advisor
Jon is CMO of Viant (a Meredith company) and advises motormindz on digital marketing and media. He brings extensive ad tech as well as automotive experience from his diverse background including a variety of advertising, retail and digital roles at Ford.
Wayne Townsend
Industry Advisor
Highly versed in international manufacturing, engineering, sales, service and marketing, Wayne understands the implementation of global retail business processes and measurements. He set the industry bar for customer treatment, which still stands today.
Wayne Townsend
Industry Advisor
Highly versed in international manufacturing, engineering, sales, service and marketing, Wayne understands the implementation of global retail business processes and measurements. He set the industry bar for customer treatment, which still stands today.
Ivana Kalafatic
Industry Advisor
A marketing strategist, content manager, and forger of multi-disciplinary alliances, Ivana has helmed strategic global projects for GM, Bentley, BMW DesignWorks USA, Audi, Nissan, Porsche and Lexus.
Ivana Kalafatic
Industry Advisor
A marketing strategist, content manager, and forger of multi-disciplinary alliances, Ivana has helmed strategic global projects for GM, Bentley, BMW DesignWorks USA, Audi, Nissan, Porsche and Lexus.
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- Logistics Optimization
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