Speakers:
- Andrea Schulz, VP Team and Culture, Del Grande Dealer Group
- Monique Sombilon, MBA, Controller, Del Grande Dealer Group
- Oreett Lichaa, Warranty Administrator, Del Grande Dealer Group
- Patty Argetsinger, Service Advisor, Capitol Volkswagen
- Penny Simmons, Parts Counter Technician, Capitol Chevrolet
- Maureen Martin, VP Strategic Alliances, Dynatron
- Moderated by Sarah Vantine and Isabella Stevens, Fixed Ops Roundtable
Career paths in the dealership world aren’t always linear, and this panel proves it. Hosted by the Fixed Ops Roundtable, female leaders from Del Grande Dealer Group share their journeys from entry-level roles, receptionists, parts drivers, into management, accounting, and strategic leadership.
The conversation explores what it’s meant to build a career in a traditionally male-dominated industry, and how diversity of thought and intentional mentorship have helped reshape it. The panel closes with a call to action for the next generation: be authentic, be confident, and stay persistent.
Watch the discussion to learn:
- How these leaders’ careers evolved from entry-level to executive roles
- What it takes to grow in a traditionally male-dominated industry
- How mentorship has shaped opportunities for women in dealerships
- What advice these leaders have for the next generation
