Dealer: Joshua Johnson

Dealership group: Don Johnson Auto Group

Brands: Ford, Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat

Full-time employees: 40

Joshua Johnson on how employment practices could change with the industry shift to electric vehicles: “We’ve primarily transitioned our recruiting toward more educated individuals or those willing to continue pursuing higher education in conjunction with their employment. That trend will continue for the foreseeable future.”

Joshua Johnson on improving employee retention: “Quarterly engagement surveys and all-team meetings provide a recurring forum for outstanding opportunities and issues to be addressed publicly.”

Johnson on offering a long-term career path: “Career development plans start on day one of employment and are formally reviewed and updated at least once a year to ensure that every individual’s employment experience aligns with their unique goals and desires.”