Show Notes
As the third year of The Walk Around podcast comes to an end, listen in for a big (and bittersweet) announcement! We dive into a few of the funniest and most insightful moments with our guests and hosts Marc Spoto and Elliot Schor over the past year. From accomplished dealers to auto influencers, training experts and tech enthusiasts, it’s been a fantastic year full of learning and predictions to help dealers navigate this ever-changing industry that we love. In this episode you’ll hear: A look back at the top themes of 2023: - Digital retail - Consumer experience - What dealers can do to better engage their customers - Electric vehicles (of course!)
Lessons from last year that dealers can use in 2024
The top Schor Thing segments (any surprises here?) and more!
For more about Marc and Elliot, visit them on LinkedIn: Marc Spoto and Elliot Schor
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