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Just a Couple of Car Guys Helping Bring Some Get Up & Go to Professionals Related to the Automotive Industry. We Aim to Educate, Motivate, and Inspire our Audience as We Brew Up the Best Blend of Solutions to Current Challenges, In-between Cry Laughing!
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Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Thursday Nov 20, 2025
Car Guy Coffee Podcast Live from NAMAD 2025: Vegas. Special Guest Marc Bland
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this next episode of our Mini Series “NAMAD 2025 Recap”, Lou Ramirez and Fred Leonard are excited to welcome Marc Bland from S&P Global as we discuss the importance of supporting diverse communities, sharing insights from his parents and the significance of data in driving confidence and decision-making.
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Monday Nov 17, 2025
Monday Nov 17, 2025
Car Guy Coffee Podcast Live from NAMAD 2025: Vegas. Special Guest James Bennett III
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this next episode of our Mini Series “NAMAD 2025 Recap”, Lou Ramirez and Fred Leonard are excited to welcome James Bennett III from C-4 Analytics as we discuss the unique community and cutting-edge advancements at the event. James shares his decades-long journey in the automotive industry, highlighting the importance of continuous learning, mentorship, and personal growth.
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Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Thursday Nov 13, 2025
Car Guy Coffee Podcast Live from NAMAD 2025: Vegas. Special Guests Robin Wilson & Social Grenade
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this next episode of our Mini Series “NAMAD 2025 Recap”, Lou Ramirez and Fred Leonard are excited to welcome Robin Wilson & Social Grenade as we discuss the importance of social media and training for car dealerships as well highlighting the innovative solutions for dealerships to creating their own warm leads through platforms like the Social Grenade app.
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Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Thursday Nov 06, 2025
Car Guy Coffee Podcast Live from NAMAD 2025: Vegas. Special Guest Atul “DJ” Sardana “Continuous Learning”
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this next episode of our Mini Series “NAMAD 2025 Recap”, Lou Ramirez and Fred Leonard are excited to welcome Atul “DJ” Sardana from C-4 Analytics as we discuss the importance of continuous learning and embracing change!
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Monday Nov 03, 2025
Monday Nov 03, 2025
Car Guy Coffee Podcast Live from NAMAD 2025: Vegas. Special Guest Tim Cox “Leadership and Growth”
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this next episode of our Mini Series “NAMAD 2025 Recap”, Lou Ramirez and Fred Leonard are excited to welcome Tim Cox from CarNow as we discuss the personal accountability, continuous improvement, and the power of pouring into people to unlock their full potential.
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Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Wednesday Oct 29, 2025
Car Guy Coffee Podcast Live from NAMAD 2025: Vegas. Special Guest Matt Jones “60,000 Customers”
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this next episode of our Mini Series “NAMAD 2025 Recap”, Lou Ramirez and Fred Leonard are excited to welcome Matt Jones as we discuss the significance of understanding consumer behavior and adapting sales strategies accordingly.
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Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
Wednesday Oct 22, 2025
Solutionaries Rising: Norma Williamson's Journey in the Automotive Industry
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this episode, hosts Lennartz and Lou Ramirez sit down with Norma Williamson, a rising star in the automotive industry and a Dealer Relations Manager at Automotive Mastermind. Norma discusses her journey from growing up in an automotive family to joining the industry, her path through various roles, and her current position at Automotive Mastermind. She emphasizes the importance of faith, intentional leadership, continuous growth, and the role of technology and predictive analytics in modern dealerships. Join us as we discuss personal and professional growth, the evolving dynamics of the automotive industry, and the importance of love, faith, and intentionality in leadership.
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Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Wednesday Oct 15, 2025
Grounds for Growth: Amplifying Dealer Success with Greg Uland
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this episode Lou Ramirez and Fred Leonard are excited to welcome Greg Uland from Reynolds & Reynolds as we discuss the automotive industry's current landscape, the innovative solutions offered by Reynolds and Reynolds, and the Amplify event in Ohio. Key topics include the evolution of Reynolds and Reynolds, the impact of AI on the industry, and the importance of continuous development and innovation. Tune in to hear Greg's insights on enhancing dealership efficiency and the exciting future of automotive technology.
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Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
Wednesday Oct 08, 2025
C-Suite Café Brewing Vision with Aaron Baldwin. Hosted by CGC Media
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this episode of The Car Guys Coffee Podcast, hosts Lou Ramirez and Fred Leonard introduce Aaron Baldwin, the new CEO of Automotive Mastermind. The discussion revolves around the automotive industry's current landscape, the critical role of customer relationships, and the transformative potential of AI. Aaron shares his leadership philosophy centered on empowerment, professional development, and leading by example. Key topics include enhancing salesperson efficiency, leveraging AI for personalized customer interactions, and the importance of integrating data and technology for a seamless automotive experience. Tune in to hear Aaron's vision for Automotive Mastermind and his approach to tackling the industry's biggest challenges.
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00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:08 Brewing Solutions for the Automotive Industry
00:46 Excitement for the End of the Month
01:16 Introducing the Guest Speaker
02:56 Shoutout to Jennifer Sanford
04:04 Welcoming the New CEO of Automotive Mastermind
05:02 Interview with the New CEO
07:11 Leadership and Professional Development
17:33 The Role of AI and Data in Automotive Mastermind
23:25 Understanding Dealership Cultures and Leadership Styles
26:01 The Importance of Leading by Example
26:35 Empowering Teams and Encouraging Growth
28:27 Effective Communication and Customer Engagement
34:20 Leveraging AI and CRM for Better Customer Relationships
38:31 The Future of Automotive Mastermind
43:32 Final Thoughts and Contact Information
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Wednesday Oct 01, 2025
Car Guy Coffee Podcast: Brewing Solutions with C4 Analytics: Elevating Automotive Marketing feat. Art Pier & Luke Jonas
Welcome to the Car Guy Coffee Podcast. Kickstart your day the right way and join us as we tap into the brightest minds and most passionate voices across the automotive world to bring you the education, motivation, and inspiration you need to thrive. From the showroom floor to the service lane, prepare to Upshift and Uplift your perspective.
In this episode of the Car Guy Coffee podcast, hosts Lou Ramirez and Fred Lennartz discuss innovative marketing strategies in the automotive industry in the face of digital disruptions. Special guests Luke Jonas, VP of Analytics, and Art Pier, VP of Media Strategy at C4 Analytics, join the conversation to share insights on effective marketing techniques, the evolution of customer needs, and the importance of customized dealership marketing. They highlight the significance of data-driven strategies, the utility of EV education for consumers and dealers, and how C4 Analytics can drive sales by targeting the right audience. This episode emphasizes the need for continuous improvement in sales practices and the importance of understanding market dynamics to achieve cost-effective growth.
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