We are a little over a month away from Elevate 2021, and our speaker lineup has us counting down the days. We’re featuring industry experts from Tekion, Germain Motor Company (a Hireology customer), and more. Read below for a run-through of what you can expect from the can’t miss human capital summit, and register here to confirm your attendance. We can’t wait to see you Tuesday, October 19!
Attract Top Talent in a Post-Pandemic Labor Market, presented by Adam Robinson, Hireology’s CEO and co-founder
1:30pm -2:15pm CT
Demand for top talent far outweighs supply across almost all industries today. But this talent shortage is particularly tough on auto dealerships because it means you’re competing against big-name companies — like Amazon and Starbucks — that are offering higher wages and more opportunities as the economy recovers.
In this session, Hireology’s CEO Adam Robinson will offer advice on how to cut through the noise and stand out in a crowded labor market. He will reveal the results of a 2021 Hireology study based on a survey of more than 5,000 recent job applicants — providing a unique look into the minds of today’s post-pandemic job seekers. Adam will then dig into how you can translate these insights into actionable steps to help you improve your hiring efforts at a time when attracting top talent is more important than ever.
Redefining the Post-Pandemic Dealership Workforce, presented by John Malishenko, COO of Germain Motor Company
2:30pm – 3:15pm CT
The COVID-19 pandemic profoundly impacted the retail automotive space in many ways. Today, you have to operate with fewer people on staff, sell cars amidst an unprecedented chip shortage, embrace digital sales channels, and more. It has been a tough year for even the most seasoned among us.
In this session, John Malishenko from Germain Motor Company will discuss how he overcame many of these challenges by redefining the workforce at his organization. He’ll explain the skills he looks for in new hires, the channels he uses to recruit these folks, and why this newfound definition of the modern dealership worker means lower employee turnover and ultimately higher profits.
How Tech-Driven Car Dealerships are meeting Internal and External Customer Needs, presented by Napoleon Rumteen, SVP of Commercial Operations at Tekion
3:15pm – 4:45pm CT
The automotive industry is on the cusp of a major transformation. Technology is changing the way dealers look at workflows and communication while consumers are demanding more remote sales and service experiences. Last, but not least, the internal customers… Dealership employees want more fulfillment and assurance that what they do matters.
In this session, Napoleon Rumteen, Sr. Vice President of Commercial Operations at Tekion will talk about how dealerships can leverage the power of technology to re-imagine automotive retail to maximize operational efficiency. He’ll also share real-world experiences with examples that solve everyday dealer pain-points while delighting consumers with amazon-like experiences.
We’ve got more exciting event announcements coming soon, so keep your eyes peeled for more information about Elevate 2021. And don’t forget to register here.