Penske Automotive Group
Scottsdale Ferrari-Maserati
Phoenix , AZ
General manager: Chad Morgan
Dealership group: Penske Automotive Group
Full-time employees: 31
Operations Manager Renee Banashak on improving employee retention: “We have increased wages and extended vacation time for all employees. We have not experienced an issue with employee retention.”
Banashak on offering a long-term career path: “We support our employees and encourage growth within our company. We offer training for all positions, as well as mentorship and shadow work that allows employees to gain the knowledge and confidence needed to advance within our company. We also reward and recognize when a job is done well. We make a point to check in with our existing employees once a year to understand what their individual career paths are and how we can facilitate them.”
Human Resources Manager Tristan Topps on diversity, equity and inclusion: “As our workplace continues to evolve and diversify, we recognize the need to remain vigilant and connected to our employees. We will continue to provide diversity and inclusion training for all personnel, as well as hire a work force of qualified individuals from unique backgrounds. We also acknowledge ethnic holidays and celebrations. We provide extensive diversity training that has been received very well. Our program focuses on effective communication skills, personal experiences and shared values that bring us together.”
Banashak on recruiting and retaining women: “Our efforts will always be to hire the most qualified individuals for our company. We do not discriminate. We do, however, acknowledge the need for women in our business. We have a strong presence in every department. We recognize that our female clientele trust and appreciate a strong relatable presence.”