Lithia rises up Fortune 500 ranks; Rita Case earns ‘Humanitarian of Year’ honors
South Florida PBA Executive Vice President David Greenwell; South Florida PBA Vice President Nazim Ishmael; South Florida PBA Chaplain Robin Pinkard; Florida PBA State Corrections President Jimmy Baiardi; Florida Lt. Governor Jay Collins; Florida PBA Correctional Probation President Tammy Marcus; South Florida PBA President Steadman Stahl; Rick Case Automotive Group president, CEO and owner Rita Case; Florida PBA Vice President for Strategic Planning Scott Hoffman; Florida Highway Patrol PBA President William Smith; and Florida PBA Secretary Steve Slade. Photo Credit: Denis Bancroft
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From No. 482 to No. 123.
Lithia & Driveway is moving up on the Fortune 500, announcing Tuesday that it is now ranked 123rd on the 2026 edition of the list, up nearly 350 spots since its debut on the list in 2015.
“As we continue to strengthen our position among the nation’s largest companies, this recognition reflects the dedication of our team members and the strength of our diversified strategy,” Lithia president and CEO Bryan DeBoer said in a news release.
“Our focus remains on delivering value for customers and shareholders through disciplined execution and continued growth,” he said.
Lithia isn’t the only major dealer group celebrating this month.
On June 4, Rick Case Automotive Group announced that its president, CEO and owner Rita Case, has been named the 2026 Broward County Police Benevolent Association’s Humanitarian of the Year — the first woman to receive these honors from BCPBA.
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Case announced during the award ceremony a $28,000 donation to The HOPE Fund, which helps members and their families during crises and personal tragedies.
The fund awards the Sergeant Christopher Reyka Scholarship Award to a child of a Broward County PBA member each year. Going forward, Case is funding a $1,000 scholarship.
“I have a tremendous amount of respect for our law enforcement officers. They keep our roads and community safe. I tip my hat in gratitude and admiration for their bravery,” Case said in a news release. “It is such an honor to be named Humanitarian of the Year by the esteemed Broward County Police Benevolent Association.
“These men and women in uniform show up when we need them, patrol our neighborhoods, protect our businesses, attend community events and provide assistance to members and their families when they need it most. They truly exemplify what it means to be a humanitarian.”
BCPBA president Rod Skirvin added, “Rita Case represents the very best of what it means to serve a community. Her compassion, generosity and unwavering commitment to helping others has touched countless lives throughout South Florida.
“Whether supporting charitable causes, standing beside first responders or giving back to those in need, Rita has consistently led with heart and purpose. On behalf of the BCPBA, it is my honor to present Rita Case with our Humanitarian of the Year Award in recognition of a lifetime dedicated to making a difference.”
