Dealer: Richard Garber

Dealership group: Garber Automotive Group

Full-time employees: 92

Fleet Manager Brian Strong on long-term changes in hiring or employment practices because of the pandemic: “We focused on talking with candidates that are currently working, and for those that were searching for work, we were flexible with our approach to what was comfortable and reasonable for them.”

Digital Director Brandie Angus on diversity, equity and inclusion as it relates to hiring and employment: “We welcome everyone that shares our core values of honesty, empathy, respect, work ethic, integrity and pride regardless of demographic, persuasion, ethnicity or status. We have found that diversity is great for our dealership and gives us the opportunity to learn from each other.”

General Manager Craig Lang on improving employee retention: “We have found that consistent engagement and communication is foundational to start every employee. We make sure they know we care first and that we are interested in their growth and future with us.”

General Sales Manager Scott Dondineau and Strong on offering employees a career path: “We understand and work with our team’s passions, dreams and goals. We have a three-tier growth development program for those that we know have the desire to improve and grow in the company.”