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
What I Do Is Not Who I Am with Troy Duhon
A fresh, human-centric approach to success and legacy.
The journey of Troy Duhon, the President at Premier Automotive is nothing short of remarkable, beginning as a porter washing cars a…
Do The Work 3 Years Ago with David Spisak
What do you get when a stand-up comedian enters the auto world? Obviously, the answer is David Spisak.
The President/CEO of Disruptive Growth Solutions is a jack-of-all-trades. His journ…
Fighting Doberman Pinschers In The Rain with Jeremy Stephens
Jeremy Stephens is taking the service lane on the road.
Jeremy, who started as a technician and climbed up to a leadership position, shares his passion for leading and empowering his tea…
Tomorrow's Standard Equipment with Karen Byrd
Karen Byrd would rather coach compassion than coach compliance.
In this 'Auto Collabs' episode, Karen Byrd, GM at Colonial VW Subaru, unveils her unique leadership style, pivoting from c…
"Charging" Forward (yes, that's an EV pun) with Elena Ciccotelli
Insights, laughs, and a fresh perspective on the future of mobility!
Grab a coffee and join us for a lively chat with Elena Ciccotelli, the charismatic host of the "EVs for Everyone" pod…
Would You Work For YOU? with Alan Brown
How do you go from being an average car dealer to being a good car dealer? Alan Brown has the key.
We get up close with Alan, the General Manager at Sam Pack's Five Star Chevrolet and a …
Teaching Automotive to 18-Year-Olds with Elgie Bright
Meet a guiding force shaping the next generation of auto industry leaders.
Elgie Bright is the charismatic Department Chair of the Automotive Marketing and Management Program at Northwoo…
The EV Professor with Alex Lawrence
A professor and a pioneer. Meet Alex Lawrence.
In this episode of Auto Collabs, we sit down with Alex Lawrence, CEO of EV Auto, to explore his journey and impact in the electric vehicle …
39 Feet of Paper with Greg Uland
From paper to digital... quite literally.
Listen in to this engaging conversation with Greg Uland from Reynolds and Reynolds on this episode of Auto Collabs. We're delving into the digit…
The When, Why and How of Marketing with Steve DeWitt
Successful digital marketing starts by asking "What am I marketing and who am I marketing it to?" But it doesn't stop there.
With a rich history in the industry, Steve DeWitt of automoti…
The Most Effective Sales Tactic with Will McGinnis
Want to unlock the secret of sales? It's Not About the Product, It's About the Relationship! 🚗 💼
Today, we get into it with Will McGinnis, Director of Sales for fullthrottle.ai, as he un…
One Billion Lines of Data Every Month with Steve White
Dive into the vast world of data with Steve White, Founder/CEO of Clarivoy, as he unravels the intricacies of handling 1 billion rows of data every month!
In this episode, Paul Daly and …
Kamping with the Kilways with Jarrod Kilway
🎙️ From digital lead strategies to RV living in Miami, dive into auto industry insights with Jarrod Kilway! 🚗☀️
Join us as we navigate the automotive digital landscape with Jarrod Kilway…
Eating Your Own Dog Food with Lindsay Ciavattone
Anecdotes and tactics abound in this chat with Lindsay Ciavattone.
She has a treasure trove of stories from her time at a Pontiac Oldsmobile dealership. She'll walk us through some memor…
Tesla is Apple, Everything Else is Android with Jimmy Douglas
Want a look behind the curtain of the EV market? Look no further than Jimmy Douglas.
The brain behind Plug takes us on a thrilling journey from his humble beginnings in a Volkswagen serv…
All In, All the Time with Steve Roessler
Relentless might just sum up Steve Roessler in a single word.
Here's a man whose passion and dedication have seen him traverse the globe for two decades, captivating audiences at dealers…
Solutions You Didn't Know You Need with Tony Vigiletti and Shane Bell
What would happen if you blended the world of banking, software, and the auto industry?
We found out as we sat down with Tony Vigiletti and Shane Bell from Connexion. Tony, an ex-banker,…
Consistency Across All Platforms with Charlie Wineke and Ryan Dooley
What if the automotive industry was about more than just cars?
Journey with us from the bustling city of Baltimore to the fascinating intersection of traditional broadcasting and the mod…
A Job Your Mother-In-Law Would Be Proud Of with Matthew Haiken
Get ready to widen your circle as we explore the power of finding your tribe with our special guest, Matthew Haiken.
Drawing on the wisdom of Seth Godin’s “Find the Others” principle, M…
Covering EVs Since 1997 with Jamie Butters
What happens when a passionate journalist steps into the high-octane world of the auto industry?
We got a chance to find out in our lively chat with Jamie Butters, Executive Editor of Au…