Leading Executives in Automobile and Motorcycle Dealers
Michael “Mike” Manley
Chief Executive Officer, AutoNation
Longtime global auto exec and former FCA CEO, Mike Manley has led America’s largest automotive retailer since November 2021, steering growth in sales and finance while reshaping services.
Website | Investor Relations | X (Twitter)
Bryan DeBoer
President & Chief Executive Officer, Lithia & Driveway (Lithia Motors)
Bryan DeBoer, a second‑generation leader, has driven Lithia & Driveway’s rapid expansion and EV/Greencars initiatives as President & CEO.
Roger S. Penske
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Penske Automotive Group
Racing icon and business builder Roger Penske is Chairman & CEO of Penske Automotive Group, a global dealer group spanning the U.S., U.K. and Europe.
Robert H. Kurnick, Jr.
President, Penske Automotive Group
Rob Kurnick oversees day‑to‑day operations and strategy as President of Penske Automotive Group, after nearly three decades in the Penske organization.
Daryl Kenningham
President & Chief Executive Officer, Group 1 Automotive
Daryl Kenningham became Group 1’s CEO on January 1, 2023 and has led continued U.S. growth and portfolio optimization across the U.S. and U.K. footprints.
David Bruton Smith
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Sonic Automotive
A second‑generation leader at one of America’s largest dealer groups, David Bruton Smith serves as Sonic’s Chairman & CEO and continues to scale EchoPark and core retail operations.
Website | Investor Relations (SEC notice)
David W. Hult
President & Chief Executive Officer, Asbury Automotive Group
David Hult, President & CEO, has led Asbury through transformative acquisitions and national expansion, including entry into New England in 2025.
Website | Executive Leadership
William D. “Bill” Nash
Chief Executive Officer, CarMax
Bill Nash has led CarMax—the largest U.S. used‑car retailer—since 2016, guiding its omnichannel strategy and consistent earnings execution.
Jeff Rachor
Chief Executive Officer, Berkshire Hathaway Automotive
Veteran retail operator Jeff Rachor leads Berkshire Hathaway Automotive, one of the nation’s largest dealership groups formed from Berkshire’s acquisition of Van Tuyl.
Rick Hendrick
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Hendrick Automotive Group
Founder and NASCAR Hall of Famer Rick Hendrick serves as Chairman & CEO of the largest privately held U.S. dealership group, integrating retail, racing and community impact.
Website | News (Automotive News)
Jeffrey J. Brown
President, Hendrick Automotive Group
Former Ally Financial CEO Jeffrey “JB” Brown is President of Hendrick Automotive Group, overseeing retail operations across more than 100 franchises.
Chris Conroy
Chief Executive Officer, Holman
Chris Conroy became Holman’s CEO in 2023, leading the diversified automotive services and retail organization into its second century.
Brett Morgan
Chief Executive Officer, Morgan Automotive Group
Brett Morgan, CEO, has rapidly expanded one of Florida’s largest private dealer groups to 70+ locations through strategic acquisitions.
Brett Hopkins
Chief Executive Officer, Ken Garff Automotive Group
Brett Hopkins leads Ken Garff Automotive Group, steering multi‑state growth while sustaining a long‑standing people‑first culture.
Edward F. (Ed) Napleton
President, Ed Napleton Automotive Group
Edward F. Napleton, a third‑generation dealer, serves as President of the multistate Napleton Automotive organization built over four generations.
Website | Business Profile (BBB)
Rita Case
President & Chief Executive Officer, Rick Case Automotive Group
Rita Case is President & CEO of the nation’s largest female‑owned dealer group and the 2024 TIME Dealer of the Year, recognized for retail excellence and philanthropy.
Beau Boeckmann
President & Chief Executive Officer, Galpin Motors
Beau Boeckmann, President & CEO of Galpin Motors, continues the Boeckmann family’s legacy building one of the most awarded and innovative dealer groups in the U.S.
Website | Direct Email | Contact
Gregory Penske
Chairman & Chief Executive Officer, Penske Motor Group (Longo Toyota/Lexus)
Gregory Penske chairs and leads Penske Motor Group, operator of Longo Toyota—the world’s largest dealership by volume and footprint.
Ryan Gee
Chief Executive Officer, Gee Automotive Companies
Ryan Gee has scaled the Pacific Northwest–based Gee Automotive into a 35‑location platform across WA, OR, ID and AZ, emphasizing culture and community.
Michael Quartieri
Chief Executive Officer, RumbleOn (RideNow/Freedom Powersports)
In January 2025, board chair Michael Quartieri was appointed CEO of RumbleOn, the largest powersports retail group in North America, to drive the next stage of profitability and growth.
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