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Manheim recently spotlighted one of its executives who was honored with a spot on the list of the most influential female auto industry leaders in North America.

The company said that Sue Boehlke, its senior vice president of products and processes, was among the various executives on the 100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry list .

Boehlke and the other honorees were chosen from a list of more than 300 nominees for the recognition from Automotive News, which selects what it considers to be the industry’s most influential female leaders.

There was a gala held at the Max M. Fisher Music Center in Detroit last month to honor the recipients.

Moreover, Boehlke was also chosen as a recipient for Auto Remarketing’s Women in Remarketing honors in 2010, as well.

“The Manheim team could not be more proud of Sue’s accomplishments and contributions to our company and the automotive industry,” stated Dean Eisner, Manheim’s president and chief executive officer.

“Sue has an exceptional track record of leading and executing strategic initiatives as well as developing product and technology innovations. These efforts are helping dealers improve the speed, efficiency and profitability of their online remarketing channels,” he added. “Sue is a passionate advocate for her employees and a mentor and role model for other women in the industry.”

Discussing some of Boehlke’s accomplishments at Manheim in the last year, officials said she led the way for Manheim Direct, among other new products that were introduced.

Through Manheim Direct, they noted, dealers can sell units online and don’t have to worry about shipping them to actual auction yards. This, of course, offers them some time saving.

Additionally, Boehlke directed the efforts to make various Manheim dealer tools and resources — like the Manheim Market Report, PowerSearch and electronic condition reports — available via mobile devices.

“With the recent challenges the automotive industry has experienced, this year’s class of Leading Women is especially noteworthy,” shared Keith Crain, Automotive News’ editor-in-chief. “They have led the way through some difficult years and each one exemplifies the dedication, innovation and determination that has helped keep our industry churning.”