Lithia Motors
Honolulu Ford
Honolulu , HI
General manager: Angela Wong
Dealership group: Lithia Motors
Full-time employees: 63
Wong on lessons from the pandemic about being a better employer:
“It’s important to be proactive and have open communication with everyone to avoid panic.”
Finance Director Rhett VanFossen on how the accelerated shift to digital retail changed staffing strategy:
“The sales staff learned to be more savvy online. It forced a lot of growth with the old-school salesmen.”
General Sales Manager Mark Sherlock on making work schedules more balanced or flexible:
“Sales staff are able to work from home to answer leads and spend time with their family.”