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Troy Blackwell is Chief Operating Officer for NuVinAir Global, where they just announced an EPA-approved, eco-friendly disinfectant that kills 99.9% of germs, bacteria, and viruses without compromising a vehicle’s interior or the safety of those applying it. Troy is responsible for providing leadership and vision for the company’s customer programs, national accounts, operational controls, and franchisee success. With nearly two decades of automotive-leadership experience. He hails from AutoNation, where he spearheaded a major brand extension for the largest automotive group in the nation. Prior to AutoNation, Troy worked for more than a decade at CarMax, the country’s largest used-car retailer and a Fortune 500 company, where he served as both regional sales development leader and general manager.
SHOW SPONSORS
Covercraft • Sports Car Market • Buy Sell Hold Podcast • Christopher Kimball Financial Services • Adobe Road Winery • Techforce • WD40 • NuVinAir Global • Saratoga Auto Auctions • American Collectors • Insurance
INSPIRATIONAL QUOTE
“The next person you talk to could change your life.” – Troy’s Grandfather
CAREER & LIFE CHALLENGES
While working in his last career he was challenged with changing the hard mindset of dealer GMs to look at selling cars differently.
FIRST SPECIAL VEHICLE
1967 Mercury Cougar
BEST AUTOMOTIVE ADVICE
If you take care of your employees they will take care of you.
A GREAT RESOURCE
BOOK RECOMMENDATION
Crucial Conversations by Kerry Patterson
WHERE TO FIND TROY
PARTING WORDS OF WISDOM
Make sure you do your research when seeking solutions.
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