Inside this issue:

JULY 2013

2013 NCADA FAMILY CONVENTION ISSUE

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Many, many thanks to the dealers, families and sponsors who attended the St.

Thomas convention in June. From the “Motorboat Regatta” to the education session

to Duffy’s Love Shack...there was enough in St. Thomas to keep us all busy for a few

days. I’m already looking forward to seeing everyone in Hilton Head next June!

As our industry slowly rebounds from the past 5 years, there are several challenges

and opportunities on the horizon that have the possibility of shaping our industry in

the years ahead.

First and foremost, the actions of the CFPB in Washington, DC have the ability to be

a “game changer” for our industry. Just last month, several of our Congressional

delegation signed a letter that urged the CFPB to increase the transparency of their

actions. All in all, this is an issue that all dealers must remain attentive and ready

to take action when the time comes.

Secondly, the retail franchise system that has been in place for the past 80+ years is under direct attack. The

actions by some manufacturers to “sell direct” could have a huge detrimental impact on the long term value of

your dealership. As an industry, we must remain steadfast and resolute that the franchise retail system…and

the rules that all dealers play by…continues to protect our customers, our communities, and our employees.

Over the next 12 months, NCADA will be working to connect local franchised dealers to their local elected

offi cials. From a dealership perspective, being involved in the political process can be very simple, involve a

minimum amount of time and produce amazingly positive results. And most importantly, NCADA’s success

over the next 20 years is a direct result of actions you take in being involved in the political process. The Time

is Now to get engaged.

Lastly, as Senator Harry Brown said in his message in St. Thomas, more dealers are needed in the Halls of

the General Assembly. Senator Brown does a tremendous job for North Carolina and our industry…but we

need additional dealers to step forward to follow in his shoes. Again, the success of our industry is at stake…

Steadfast and Resolute in defending our industry is the goal.

I look forward to the next 12 months as NCADA Chairman and I thank the NCADA Board, my family members

and the Modern Automotive team of employees for allowing me the opportunity to “give back” to our industry.

In moving forward, we must ask “do we want to drive the future of our industry? Or, do we want to be forced to

react to outside challenges?”

The time to drive our future is NOW!

IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT

THE TIME IS NOW -- STEADFAST AND RESOLUTE

Omnia Fowler

2013-2014 NCADA Chairman

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NCADA CELEBRATES 2013 ANNUAL CONVENTION IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS

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Over 250 NCADA members made their way to sunny St. Thomas in the US Virgin Islands for the 78th annual Convention

which was held at the Marriott Frenchman’s Reef and Morning Star Resort. NCADA friends and family enjoyed warm

hospitality from the moment they landed. This was a beautiful setting in which to conduct meetings, celebrate and honor

accomplishments and network with dealers and associate members.

Highlights of this year’s Convention included:

• Sunset Viewing and Welcome Party featuring the band “Hurricane Bob”

• Monday breakfast honoring NCADA Lifetime Achievement Winners Don Price and retired

Senator David W. Hoyle Sr., and National Time Magazine Dealer of the Year Mike Alford

• Motorboat Regatta to the British Virgin Islands

• Celebration at Duffy’s Love Shack to honor Robert Glaser, NCADA President

• Tuesday breakfast recognizing NCADA Offi cers and 2013 Convention Sponsors

• “Maximizing Profi tability with Technology” seminar moderated by NCADA Next Gen Group

and featuring 5 NCADA Sponsor presenters

• NCADA Family Sail & Snorkel to Buck Island

• Island Shopping, Kayaking and Paddleboarding

• Grand Finale Dinner featuring the band “The Lollipops”

During the morning breakfast sessions, NCADA honored the hard work and achievements of our peers. Due to the Senate

session, Senator Harry Brown, NC Senate Majority leader, a Jacksonville dealer and former NCADA chairman was unable

to attend the convention. However, he sent a video message to encourage dealers to take part in the North Carolina

legislature. Incumbent Next Gen Chairman Stewart Black passed the gavel to incoming Chairman Brian Musgrave.

Additionally, sponsors exhibited at their booths and provided dealers with valuable information and giveaways.

NCADA members enjoyed all that St. Thomas has to offer by land and sea while shopping, motorboat island hopping and

relaxing at the spectacular Marriott infi nity pool and Lazule Spa.

NCADA appreciates all of the sponsors who made this year’s Convention so memorable. Our sponsors are the reason

that we are able to offer such an outstanding Conventions year after year. All that we do is made possible with their

support.

Save the date for the NCADA 2014 Family Convention at the Westin Resort in Hilton Head Island, SC, June 22 – 24, 2014.

Conventioners Arriving in St. Thomas and Ready for Fun!

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WELCOME PARTY & SUNSET VIEWING AT THE SEACLIFF TERRACE

Even the quick burst of rain couldn’t dampen spirits at the NCADA 2013 Convention Welcome Reception! Members

took in the spectacular views of the Caribbean Ocean from atop the Seacliff Terrace. NCADA’s Next Gen group greeted

guests with a refreshing drink from a fresh cut coconut while the band, Hurricane Bob, played music for all to enjoy!

Even NCADA’s youngest members enjoyed a special tropical drink! Attendees delighted in the memorable family fun

event complete with a fantastic Island Style buffet. The evening came to an end as adults and children crowded the

dance fl oor while enjoying the Calypso music!

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING & DINNER

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RECOGNITION & AWARDS BREAKFAST

Lifetime Achievement Award Winners: Mr. Don Price and David W. Hoyle, Sr.

Mr. Don Price of Lafayette Ford in Fayetteville and retired Senator David W. Hoyle Sr., were recognized as the 2013 recipients of the NCADA Lifetime Achievement Awards on Monday in St. Thomas. The Lifetime Achievement Award is the highest honor NCADA bestows and it carries with it the respect of fellow automobile dealers across the state. Both Price and Hoyle were joined by their families in accepting the award. As part of the program, the audience viewed slideshows that chronicled the lives and successes of both of these men. Mr. Price’s moving speech on the importance of family had many in the room wiping away their tears. On behalf of NCADA and all North Carolina dealers we offer our heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Price, Mr. Hoyle and their families!

(L-R) Tim, Karen, Don & Kim Price (L-R) Linda, David W. Hoyle Sr., & Natalie Tindol

Mike Alford Recognized as Dealer of the Year

North Carolina’s 2013 Time Dealer of the Year National Winner, Mike Alford of Jacksonville was also honored at the Recognition & Awards Breakfast. Recipients of this award are among the nation’s most successful auto dealers who also demonstrate a long-standing commitment to community service. Alford was selected over 57 other dealers in the running for this coveted award and is one of only two North Carolina dealers to win it.

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Natalie Tindol presents Mike Alford with the #1 Dealer Plate Lifetime Achievement Award winners Don Price

and David W. Hoyle Sr.

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NCADA VETERAN KATHY BECK

RETIRING FROM NCADA

18-year staff veteran and jack-of-all-trades Kathy Beck is retiring from NCADA effective June 30 of this year. Kathy has been with the NCADA staff team since 1994 and has been involved in countless projects and programs over the past two decades. While originally working in the accounting department, Kathy became the industry expert in North Carolina on vehicles registered in North Carolina. In the meantime, she championed the fall Education Forum as well as the Insurance Trust, DEAC and AutoPAC.

“Kathy has done it all in NCADA and her outlook and perspective on life has been absolutely amazing,” commented recent NCADA chairman Natalie Tindol. Tindol and current NCADA chairman Omnia Fowler recognized Kathy’s involvement with NCADA last December at the 2012 Executive Forum.

“I’ve never worked with anyone comparable to Kathy. Her commitment to the dealers and her day-in, day-out positive attitude have been second to none. She stands alone in my eyes!” commented NCADA President Robert Glaser.

The NCADA staff is hosting a retirement party for Kathy early next month in the NCADA offi ces. Kathy has indicated that she plans to spend more time watching her grandchildren and just recently spent some time in Georgia watching her grandson play baseball. Anyone who would like to send a message to Kathy can do so at KBeck@NCADA.com.

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NCADA BOARD OF DIRECTORS HONORS NCADA PRESIDENT ROBERT GLASER

The NCADA Board of Directors surprised President Robert

Glaser on Monday morning as they honored his 17 year

commitment to the Automobile Dealers of the State of

North Carolina. Incumbent Chairman Natalie Tindol

remarked “Bob’s commitment to NCADA over the years has

been phenomenal. His energy, enthusiasm and devotion

to the Dealers of North Carolina is truly appreciated by all!” Kathy Beck & husband Charlie

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SUNSET DINNER SAIL ABOARD THE CAT

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Brian Musgrave accepts the Chairman’s Gavel of theNext Gen Group from Stewart Black.

Thank you Stewart for your leadership

and guidance of the Next Gen Group!

2013 CONVENTIONThe Young Dealers Group has had an amazing year! We’ve grown our membership, had some fun and informative meetings and networking sessions and even changed our name to Next Gen! We’ve learned about all sorts of dealership topics from the latest in marketing and social media, to how to prevent fraud in the dealership, and tips on how to prepare for a dealer principal position. Recently, we took a tour of the NC Legislature in Raleigh to meet our local representatives and share our positions on upcoming state legislation.

We’d like to express our gratitude to Chairman Stewart Black for his dedication, leadership and guidance of the group during the past year. Stewart is looking forward to remaining in the group and helping guide the transition.

Thank you to Brian Musgrave who moves from Vice Chairman to Chairman, Chris Vester who moves from Membership Chairman to Vice Chairman and welcome to Lauren Salinas of McKenney Salinas Honda in Gastonia who was recentlyelected Membership Chairman. And, as always, thank you to Mr. Tom Burton, our fabulous moderator, who is invaluable to our group.

If you know of a Young Dealer who might be interested in our group, please contact Karen Celata at kcelata@ncada.com.

Bill Snider of ADP, Wilson Anthony of Netsertive,

Keith Hill of Reynolds & Reynolds, Ernest Lattimer of

DealerTrack, Brian Musgrave of Better Car People and

Scott O’Laughlin of CVR presented a tremendously

informative program to dealer attendees at Tuesday

morning’s NCADA Educational Session. Presenters, all

from leading automotive technology service providers,

discussed profi t potential from emerging technology

as well as emerging trends, new technology and new

practices impacting today’s dealership. NCADA Next

Gen members Tyler Johnson and Alycia Tomazic did

an outstanding job moderating the session.

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CONVENTION ATTENDEES ENJOY ALL THAT ST. THOMAS HAS TO OFFER

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Whether they explored by land or sea, NCADA Convention attendees enjoyed a fabulous island experience. NCADA

staff coordinated several recreational opportunities for attendees and with the great St Thomas weather and hospitality

there was surely something to please everyone! Highlights included:

Island Shopping - Attendees visited famous sites such as the Estate of St. Peter Greathouse and the Botanical Gardens.

The group viewed Magen’s Bay from fabulous Drake’s Seat and completed the tour in Charlotte Amalie where they had

the afternoon to themselves to enjoy the island’s famous duty free shopping and lunch!

Paddle Board and Kayak Tours - Pirates Point and the clear still waters around the Frenchman’s docks provide pristine

conditions for attendees to enjoy the clear kayak tours and paddle boarding. Even those with limited or no experience

with the paddle board were able to get the most from this once in a lifetime experience as guides provided lessons to

attendees.

Motorboat Regatta - Over 100 NCADA Convention attendees enjoyed a fabulous day on the water as they rode

powerboats to the British Virgin Islands. Lunch at Foxy’s and relaxing on the beautiful beach at the Soggy Dollar bar

made this an unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages!

Catamaran Sail & Snorkel - Another popular event for Convention attendees, the Sail & Snorkel to Buck Island was

a great way to spend the fi nal afternoon at the Convention. Attendees took the relaxing 45 minute sail over to Buck

Island. Once there participants snorkeled along side the beautiful Caribbean Sea life such as the green sea turtle.

OMNIA FOWLER TO LEAD NCADA IN 2013-2014

Incumbent Chairman Natalie Tindol passes the gavel to incoming Chairman, Omnia Fowler, of Modern Automotive Group in Winston-Salem.

Newly elected Secretary, Mike Alford, of Marine Chevrolet in Jacksonville.

George Anderson, of Sir Walter Chevrolet in Raleigh moves from Treasurer to Vice Chairman.

Dave Hansing of Terry Labonte Chevrolet in Greensboro moves from Secretary to Treasurer.

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With the passing of a gavel, Omnia Fowler of Winston-Salem was named Chairman of NCADA at the Marriott Frenchman’s

Reef in St. Thomas, USVI. Leading up to his appointment, Omnia served as NCADA Treasurer from 2011–2012, as well

as Vice Chairman from 2012–2013.

Fowler is the Dealer Principal and General Manager of Modern Toyota in Winston-Salem. He has served on the

Southeast Toyota Dealer Council and Toyota’s Top 50 Customer Service Advisory Board. He is currently serving on

Toyota’s National Advertising Council.

For the past twelve years, Fowler has served on the Board of Directors for The Arthritis Foundation in the Mid-Atlantic

Region. During this time has chaired the annual Celebrity Golf Tournament that has raised over $450,000 for arthritis

research in the Carolinas. He is also a member of Centenary United Methodist Church.

The other newly-elected NCADA offi ces are: Vice Chairman George Anderson, of Sir Walter Chevrolet in Raleigh;

Secretary Mike Alford, of Marine Chevrolet of Jacksonville; and Treasurer Dave Hansing, of Terry Labonte Chevrolet in

Greensboro.

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GRAND FINALE FAREWELL PARTY CAPS OFF EXTRAORDINARY CONVENTION

NCADA celebrated its fi nal night in St. Thomas with a cocktail reception on the Seacliff Terrace as everyone enjoyed the fi nal sunset on our fabulous Convention. As attendees moved into the Harbour ballroom for the “Cruise Night” themed party they were greeted by an enthusiastic group of entertainers, the Lollipops band, Island painter – Mitch Gibbs, Feathered Follies – the “Bird Lady”, face painters, hair braiders and last but not least two snake handlers! Fol-lowing a delicious clambake dinner, outgoing NCADA Chairman Natalie Tindol hosted an exciting evening full of prize drawings, games and a line dance lead by NCADA’s Board of Directors! The evening was the perfect way to end the 2013 NCADA St. Thomas Convention!

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NAME THAT DEALER!

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During Tuesday evening’s fi nale, attendees learned some very interesting (and funny) facts about their fellow dealers.

Twenty dealers participated in our Name That Dealer game in which a fun/silly/interesting fact about them was

revealed. Did you know that Dan Sale can belly dance? If you need proof, just look below! Or, that George Anderson

was run over twice in one year when he was only two – by his own mother? What about Larry McPhail’s dinner with

with baseball legend Pete Rose? It was a great time and we all enjoyed getting to know a little bit more about our

awesome North Carolina dealers!

Prize Winners (L-R) Brian Musgrave of Better Car People wins Island Gift Basket, Ellie Carone, of Bill Carone Chevrolet-GMC-Buick-

Ford wins a diamond necklace, Rob Cable from JM&A Group wins a diamond bracelet and Adam Varnell of Lee Motor Company wins

the Tropical Island Painting Congratulations to all NCADA prize winners!

(L-R) Tom Burton, Lauren Salinas, John Hiester, Ray McKenney & Rick Parker

(L-R) George Anderson, Mike Johnson, Jay Wyatt, Dan Sale & Don Latham

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NCADA THANKS THE 2013 CONVENTION SPONSORS

American Financial & Automotive Services

Wells Fargo Dealer Services

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Manheim - Darlington, Statesville & North Carolina

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CVR

ADP

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BB&T Dealer Financial Services

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NCADA would like to thank our 2013 Convention sponsors! It is your generous and ongoing support that make the

Convention possible! We appreciate all that you do for NCADA and our dealer members!

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Jeff Michael, Vice Chairman of Dealers Choice Mutual, addressed attendees at the NCADA Convention to report on the company’s renewed efforts to become the premier Workers Compensation carrier for NCADA members.

“Over the past 6 months, Dealers Choice has essentially returned to its roots by focusing on the growth of its Workers Compensation Program with a strong bias toward long term profi tability. During the fi rst quarter of 2013, the company grew its surplus, improved its underwriting results by 27%, and experienced its lowest claims frequency in 6 six quarters.”

By focusing exclusively on car dealers, Dealers Choice brings a level of understanding of dealer needs unmatched by its competitors. DCMI’s commitment to quality service, effective cost management, and value-added loss control support will be the primary drivers of the company’s strategy to again become North Carolina Franchise Automobile and Truck Dealer’s carrier of choice for Workers Compensation.

Mr. Michael added that Dealers Choice is proud to be a premium partner with NCADA and honored to help sponsor the convention. “We appreciate the opportunity to serve NCADA members and are very grateful for the dozens of dealerships represented in this room today that have been a part of our program’s success over the past 3 decades!”

Make the Right Choice by calling Dealers Choice at 1-866-810-3264.

With Sincere Appreciation to Natalie Tindol

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2012-2013 NCADA Chairman, Natalie Tindol received a “Year In The Life” scrapbook from NCADA, featuring many memorable moments from the past year serving as our Chairman. Your vision, guidance and leadership have been invaluable.

NCADA and the Dealers of North Carolina extend their sincere gratitude to you and your family, for all that you have done for our members and our communities!

DEALERS CHOICE VICE CHAIRMAN PROMOTES WORKERS COMP PROGRAM

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and enhance the economic life,

relationships and image of its

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NCADA Team9 7 8 8 G H � H I J � � K 0 L 5 E2013July 23 NCADA Healthcare Reform Seminar Greensboro, NC

24 NCADA Healthcare Reform Seminar Raleigh, NC

August NCADA Town Hall Meetings Begin*

20 NCADA Tag & Tax Together Seminar Concord, NC

21 NCADA Tag & Tax Together Seminar Greensboro, NC

22 NCADA Tag & Tax Together Seminar Raleigh, NC

OctoberTBD Basic & Advanced Title Seminar

December10 NCADA Executive Forum Greensboro, NC

*for an updated listing visit www.ncada.com

NCADA REMEMBERS

SAVE THE DATE

Mr. Carroll Adam Stearns Jr., 90, died peacefully at the Hospice Home of Alamance-Caswell on May 16, 2013. He was born Aug.

18, 1922 in Statesville, NC to Carroll and Elma Stearns, both deceased. Carroll was a World War II pilot, whose P51 Mustang was

shot down and crash landed in Holland on May 30, 1944. He remained in hiding from German soldiers for 10 months before

making it back to his base in England. Carroll began his career in the automobile business in 1951 and became a Ford franchise

dealer in 1961 at County Ford in Graham, N.C. He later became the dealer at Stearns Ford, Stearns Chrysler Jeep and Stearns

Chevrolet. In 2002, he was presented the “Lifetime Achievement Award” by the North Carolina New Car Dealer Association for

his achievements and contributions to the automobile industry. He was a member of Front Street United Methodist Church. He

is survived by his wife of 69 years, Norma Cheek Stearns; sons, Carroll III and wife Janet, Dale and wife Ann and Stephen and

fi ancé Nita; daughter-in-law, Suzie Stearns; 10 grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Carroll was preceded in death by his

parents; brothers, Watson and Ben; sister, Elma; and son, Jeffrey Beechum Stearns.

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