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Geoffrey Pohanka shares the remarkable story of Pohanka Automotive Group, founded by his grandfather in 1919 and now spanning 22 dealerships across three states. He reveals how the company's focus on service excellence helped them survive the Great Depression and World War II when many dealerships failed. • Third-generation dealer whose grandfather was a jockey before starting the business in 1919 • Promotes from within - including a former switchboard operator who will become NADA chair • B...
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Geoffrey Pohanka shares the remarkable story of Pohanka Automotive Group, founded by his grandfather in 1919 and now spanning 22 dealerships across three states. He reveals how the company's focus on service excellence helped them survive the Great Depression and World War II when many dealerships failed. • Third-generation dealer whose grandfather was a jockey before starting the business in 1919 • Promotes from within - including a former switchboard operator who will become NADA chair • B...
She Refused to Sell and Built an Empire Instead: Carina Diehl's Dealership Journey
Executive Profile with Jim Fitzpatrick, Powered by CBT News
40 minutes
4 months ago
She Refused to Sell and Built an Empire Instead: Carina Diehl's Dealership Journey
The remarkable journey of Carina Diehl from grief-stricken widow to powerful automotive industry leader exemplifies resilience in its purest form. After tragically losing her husband Matt at just 46 years old, Carina faced a pivotal decision: sell their single dealership or step into an unfamiliar industry to preserve their shared dream. Despite being advised to sell and having minimal experience, she chose the harder path. Walking into the dealership with determination, Carina learned the b...
Executive Profile with Jim Fitzpatrick, Powered by CBT News
Geoffrey Pohanka shares the remarkable story of Pohanka Automotive Group, founded by his grandfather in 1919 and now spanning 22 dealerships across three states. He reveals how the company's focus on service excellence helped them survive the Great Depression and World War II when many dealerships failed. • Third-generation dealer whose grandfather was a jockey before starting the business in 1919 • Promotes from within - including a former switchboard operator who will become NADA chair • B...
