We’re beginning 2017 by engaging the industry again with one of our most successful projects — The CEO Issue.

In an ongoing effort to recognize the chief executive officers who are flourishing in today’s competitive marketplace, SubPrime Auto Finance News is asking the industry to nominate the CEOs of subprime auto finance companies and their critical support service providers to be included in the January/February print edition that’s being dubbed, “The CEO Issue.”

Between now and 5 p.m. (ET) on Dec. 13, nominations along with a high-resolution photograph and explanations as to why the CEO is successful can be sent to SubPrime Auto Finance News senior editor Nick Zulovich via email (nzulovich@cherokeemediagroup.com).

Here are some example questions to be answered to enhance nominations:

— What moves has the CEO made to place the company into position to be successful?

— How does the CEO cultivate a productive environment that inspires the organization at all levels?

— Why is this CEO an example of successful leader who lifts the value of not just the company but also the entire industry?

To review the rundown of CEOs honored in last year’s issue, the digital version can be found here.  

SubPrime Auto Finance News publisher Bill Zadeits explained why we’re starting the New Year with this endeavor.

“As we noted a year ago, CEOs literally are the face of the organization and have a tremendous responsibility to their companies, employees, stakeholders and the industry as a whole. For those reasons and countless more, we are dedicating the next print edition to showcasing these outstanding businesspeople,” Zadeits said.

“Our first collection of highlighted CEOs included some of the brightest executives our industry has, and we’re looking for more talented leaders to be nominated this time, as well,” Zadeits went on to say.

Along with it being, “The CEO Issue,” the January/February edition of SubPrime Auto Finance News also will focus on both Vehicle Finance Conference hosted by the American Financial Services Association as well as the National Convention & Expo orchestrated by the National Automobile Dealers Association — signature industry events that run from Jan. 24-29 in New Orleans.

So if you have a longstanding relationship with or report to a CEO who should be included in “The CEO Issue,” send your nominations, images and responses to the sample questions listed above to SubPrime Auto Finance News editor Nick Zulovich (nzulovich@cherokeemediagroup.com). Nominations will be accepted through Feb. 17.

And be sure to get your copy of “The CEO Issue” delivered your mailbox or grab one at the AFSA or NADA events. If you don’t already have one, get your free subscription by going to www.autoremarketing.com/subprime/subscribe.