The board of directors for the National Automobile Dealers Association has elected its 2015 chairman.

Chosen for the post during the board’s annual meeting in Scottsdale, Ariz., is Bill Fox, who is currently NADA’s vice chairman and also represents New York’s franchised dealers on NADA’s board.  He is a partner in Fox Dealerships, which includes eight franchises in upstate New York.

Fox will officially begin his tenure as NADA chairman and chief executive officer at the 2015 NADA Convention & Expo in January.

“It is a true honor to serve this industry and this board. This is an exciting time for the auto industry and for dealers across the country,” Fox said. “We will continue to advocate strongly for dealers, and the franchise system which is the best and most efficient model for consumers, dealers and manufacturers alike.”

Meanwhile, elected vice chairman is Jeff Carlson, president of Glenwood Springs Ford and Glenwood Springs Subaru in Glenwood Springs, Colo. He is also partial owner of Summit Ford in Silverthorne, Colo., and represents Colorado dealers on NADA’s board.

The board elected Neale Kuperman as treasurer and David Shepherd as secretary.