Roger Fields, general manager of Dealers Auto Auction of Huntsville, cites a solid rule of thumb when talking about management priority No. 1. “Always treat others the way you want to be treated and never make a promise that you can’t follow through with, and (I) never ask someone to do something that I myself […] [Read More]

The Federal Trade Commission is seeking public comment associated with a pair of statutes often connected with collections, repossessions and recoveries. First, the FTC wants the public to share thoughts on its Disposal Rule, a rule that implements part of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act of 2003 (FACTA). Officials recapped that the Disposal Rule, […] [Read More]

One of the ways that Greenville Auto Auction stands out as a great place to work, says general manager Billy Willis, is that the owners are deeply involved. “They are hands-on every week, not just regarding business, but caring for personal needs of our team,” Willis said. “Each individual team member feels a worth due […] [Read More]

Jeff York, general manager at ADESA Sarasota, pointed out four methods for boosting morale on his team. First on the list was communication. “We try to set clear expectations and to engage with everyone,” he said. York also strives to be accessible and approachable, saying that he has “an open-door policy with no exceptions.” The […] [Read More]

Louisiana’s 1st Choice Auto Auction is working on a streak that’s about seven years old. Managing partner John Poteet explained what the operation’s successful run means for all employees — from the part-time driver who maneuvers vehicles down the lanes of the Hammond, La., auction to the general manager and other top leaders. “We want […] [Read More]

Manheim Central Florida general manager Butch Herdegen likely isn’t lollygagging around the auction facility since he’s trying to lead a team that numbers 178 full-time and part-time employees. “My motto is speed of the boss equals speed of the crew,” Herdegen said. “I make a point to lead by example and work side-by-side with my […] [Read More]

More than 200 professionals compose the full-time and part-time staff at Manheim Darlington. Some members began their automotive careers at the South Carolina auction and remain there now. “What stands out most is our tenured staff,” general manager Danny Brawn said. “We have several team members who have worked for our auction 30, 40 and […] [Read More]

General manager Todd Janego wants all 185 full-time and part-time team members to take pride in what they’re doing at Manheim Lakeland. “Our team members are proud of their auction and they ensure that everyone feels like family from the moment they walk through the doors,” Janego said. “It doesn’t matter if you’re a dealer […] [Read More]

At Manheim Nashville, general manager Sam Chaple credits the synergy among his employees with making the auction a great place to work. “Our team members work well with each other and make the extra effort to help each other for the good of the entire team,” Chaple said. Not only that, but they’re “engaged in […] [Read More]

At the moment, the top priority at DAA Seattle is finding space to park all of the cars arriving at the auction. “That is a short-term focus though,” said Brian McConkey, the auction’s human resources manager. “Under normal circumstances the top priority is developing leaders,” he said. “We are constantly identifying future leaders and molding […] [Read More]