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25/26 NextGen Steering Committee

Joe Castelino, American Motors Group, Chair
Jeremy Cappalo, Reliable Buick GMC Cadillac, Vice Chair
Scott Normandin, Normandin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Fiat, Secretary
Tanner Hedrick, Hedrick’s Chevrolet, Treasurer
Kailey Hatfield-Odero, Hatfield Buick GMC, Past Chair
Seth Simpson, Simpson Chevrolet of Garden Grove
Nate Meckly, Downtown Ford Sacramento
Kyle Patterson, Chuck Paterson Toyota
Austin Steves, Steves Chevrolet of Oakdale

25/26 Priorities:

• Host quarterly virtual meetings to keep NextGen members engaged.
• Make the NextGen program financially self-sustaining through sponsorships and registrations.
• Continue hosting our Annual NextGen Dealer Day Reception and Conference.
• Increase PAC contributions for NADA and CNCDA, strengthening our overall giving and positioning us to lead the nation in PAC participation.

CNCDA NextGen dealers are the leaders of today’s and tomorrow’s retail automotive industry throughout California. Being a leader, mentor and peer is critical to the future of California’s franchised new car industry.

As the retail automotive industry continues to change and the landscape evolves around us, it is crucial that we continue to engage a diverse array of dealers throughout the state, including those coming up through the ranks and running the dealership. CNCDA strives to continue preparing NextGen dealers to become the future leaders of the industry and the association.

THANK YOU TO OUR 25/26 NEXTGEN SPONSORS:

Who is a CNCDA NextGen Dealer?

A CNCDA NextGen dealer is a current successor or holds a managerial position at a California franchised new car or truck dealership.

Mission: To empower, encourage, and develop future dealership leaders through engagement, education, and community.

Vision: To recruit and strengthen the community of future dealer leaders in California.

Why Participate in CNCDA’s NextGen Activities?

California’s NextGen dealers are the future leaders of the industry. Becoming a leader gaining confidence and knowledge about the industry through peer-to-peer activities cultivates an environment where leadership thrives and helps to further shape the future of the industry in California.

How Can You Engage as a NextGen Dealer?

As a NextGen dealer, we need and encourage your help on all fronts, including advocacy, legal, regulatory, and event participation. While CNCDA understands that it is challenging to take time away from your dealership and engage in these programs and events, your participation is an opportunity for you to make a difference as a leader at your dealership and among your peers throughout the state. CNCDA’s success depends greatly on the engagement and input from our members.

For more information on CNCDA’s NextGen activities and how to engage, please contact Autumn Heacox at 916-441-2599 or aheacox@cncda.org.

NextGen Founding Members

Hilary Haron, Haron Jaguar Land Rover
Ellena Sweet, Fresno Acura