Auto Collabs
Collaboration through connection.
Hosted by Paul J Daly, Kyle Mountsier, and Michael Cirillo, Auto Collabs is your connect point to the human side of the retail automotive industry: what motivates its leaders, how they navigate change, and what keeps them pushing forward. It’s beyond-the-business-card conversations with real people powering dealerships, technology platforms, and everything in between.
From the team behind the More Than Cars movement, this podcast is built on one big belief: thriving people create thriving businesses. With candid conversations, industry insight, and just enough unfiltered banter to keep things interesting, Auto Collabs delivers authentic stories that inspire real collaboration.
// Auto Collabs is produced by Automotive State of the Union (ASOTU). Learn more at https://www.asotu.com
- Update frequency
- every 5 days
- Average duration
- 27 minutes
- Episodes
- 178
- Years Active
- 2022 - 2025
How To Prove To Customers That You Actually Care with Ted Rubin of ActivEngage
AI is a powerful tool, but the human element is still the key ingredient in great customer experiences.
Whether it’s selling wine or cars, relationships matter. 🚗🍷
In this episode of Auto…
Avoid the Digital Retailing Trap with Bobby Gaudreau of Activator
Endurance and innovation go hand in hand, whether you're running races or reshaping automotive data strategies.
In this episode of Auto Collabs, the team catches up with Bobby Gaudreau, …
Solving the "Coming Soon" Problem with Colby Joyner of Liftkit.io
When innovation meets obsession you get: data-driven inventory strategies and… lawn care AI?"
Colby Joyner, VP of Growth at Liftkit.io and serial starter of “what’s next,” joins the Auto…
The Art of Human Connection in the Data-Driven Automotive Industry with Carol Marshall
AI may be the future, but Carol Marshall reminds us it’s the human touch that keeps the automotive industry thriving.
Carol Marshall, COO of ActivEngage, brings a refreshing blend of wis…
Why Customers Leave Bad Reviews with Matt Murray
Why do dealership customers leave bad reviews? Matt Murray of Widewail breaks it down with insights from over 8 million Google reviews—and the answer might surprise you.
In this episode,…
The Impact of Aligning The Right Inventory With The Right Market with Susanna Cunningham
Susanna Cunningham’s automotive journey is all about harmonizing passion with precision.
In this episode of Auto Collabs, Susanna Cunningham, the Regional Group Manager at automotiveMast…
Changing the Culture Through An Employee Stock Ownership Plan with Bethany Sobczak
The top rule from this human resources star? Good vibes only.
Bethany Sobczak, Corporate Director of HR at Fitzgerald Auto Mall and 2023 Automotive News 40 Under 40 winner, brings a refr…
Seeing and Knowing The Person Behind The Click with Tina Cuatto
Remembering faces at events isn't so different understanding a shopper's journey online. They both require seeing and knowing a person.
Tina Cuatto, Director of Product Management at Dea…
How In-Person Events Create Innovation And Collaboration with Greg Uland
In this episode of Auto Collabs, we welcome back Greg Uland, VP of Marketing for The Reynolds and Reynolds Company, who has the most appearances on the show out of any guest! Greg dives…
Unlocking Potential In The Auto Industry by Mentorship and Training with Jack Pearson
Mentorship is a secret weapon in helping teams overcome being average.
Jack Pearson, Centre Manager at Jaguar Land Rover South Shore, joins the Auto Collabs podcast to share his insights…
Applying Farming Principles To The Service Drive To Harvest Customer Retention with Nick Shaffer
Cultivate loyal customers by turning your service drive into fertile ground with Nick Shaffer’s farming strategies.
In this episode, the hosts welcome Nick Shaffer, the VP of Sales at TV…
Merchandising: Fixing The House Before Inviting People To It with Daniel Able
For dealers and marketers looking to enhance their online presence and drive sales, Daniel Able highlights real-world examples and the tangible benefits of excellent merchandising.
In th…
Building The AI Authority In The Automotive Vertical with Devin Daly
Impel's acquisition of Outsell is supercharging AI-driven marketing and re-thinking the way we buy and sell cars.
In this episode of Auto Collabs, Paul J Daly and Kyle Mountsier chat wit…
Blending Storytelling and AI Feedback To Create The Ultimate Training Experience with Abby Vietor and Kathy Munoz of Ford University
Ford's new approach to dealer training merges innovative storytelling with cutting-edge AI to deliver a transformative learning experience.
Abby Vietor, the Head of Ford University, and …
The Future of Financing is Faster with Keishawn Batts of Upstart
A faster, more efficient landscape driven by technological advancements and a continuous learning mindset.
The dynamic and insightful Keishawn Batts, Head of Customer Success at Upstart,…
Running A Business Is Like Coaching An 8-Year-Old Baseball Team with John Fitzpatrick of Force Marketing
From the boardroom to the baseball diamond, some truths transfer surprisingly well.
In this episode, we sit down with John Fitzpatrick, President/CEO of Force Marketing, who draws fascin…
Making Accounting Sexy with Laurent Charpentier of Yooz
With the right tech and team, even accounting can be cool.
In this episode of Auto Collabs, Laurent Charpentier, CEO of Yooz. shares his fascinating journey from France to Dallas, Texas,…
Make It Pretty, Then Make It Ugly with Luis Delgado of Altura Automotive
Luis Delgado, CEO of Altura Automotive, joins the Auto Collabs team for an engaging discussion on leveraging the Hispanic market in the automotive industry. Known for his dynamic energy…
Compliance is the Green Lantern of Automotive with Sherryl Nens of ComplyAuto
Is compliance annoying? Sometimes.
Stressful? Maybe.
Important? Definitely.
In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Sherryl Nens, the VP of Sales at ComplyAuto, who brings a fresh p…
The 13-Year-Old Auto Industry Advocate with Kaylee Jewert
A fresh perspective and a bold voice.
In this episode of Auto Collabs, Paul, Michael, and Kyle sit down with the inspiring Kaylee Jewert, a 13-year-old making waves in the automotive ind…