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From Sales to Service, Cox Automotive has best-in-class connected solutions with superior data that fuels AI-driven insights and dealership performance.
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From smarter lead engagement to predictive insights and personalized outreach, our connected ecosystem enriches your data with exclusive real-time Cox Automotive data to drive measurable results for your dealership.
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Streamline workflows and elevate performance across the sales journey. From smarter deal structuring to intelligent lead engagement and CRM automation, Cox Automotive is delivering AI-powered innovations to help you close more deals—faster and more profitably.
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Streamline every step of the service process—from scheduling and inspections to customer engagement and service marketing, with an end-to-end fixed ops solutions that drives real results.
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Drive faster deals, operational efficiency, and cost savings through a seamlessly integrated ecosystem built for speed, flexibility, and profitability. Our category-leading DMS and F&I solutions boost satisfaction at every step.
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Experience more profitability with inventory solutions that bridge the gap between wholesale and retail. From selling vehicles faster at higher margins, reducing retail-ready time, and accelerating speed-to-market, tailored floor planning options, or leveraging a real-time market for direct dealer transactions—we’ve got you covered.
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Steve Rowley
President of Cox Automotive
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Jonathan Smoke
Chief Strategy Officer
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Marianne Johnson
EVP & Chief Product Officer
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Ben Flusberg
Chief Data Officer
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Jodi Blomberg
VP, AI & Machine Learning
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Derek Hansen
SVP, Dealer, Lender and Inventory Management Solutions
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Jessica Stafford
SVP, Consumer Solutions
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John Chaffin
SVP, Sales & Performance Management
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Grace Huang
President of Cox Automotive Inventory Solutions
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Jeremy Robb
Chief Economist
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Patrick Janes
AVP, vAuto
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Lainey Sibble
AVP, Central Dispatch
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Joe Kichler
Senior Vice President of Digital and Supply Chain
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Alan Lang
SVP, Inventory Solutions
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Pete Grupposo
SVP Sales, Manheim + NextGear + EVBS
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Paulo da Silva
VP & GM Digital Commerce
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Emil Banga
AVP of Product Management
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Paul Paridy
Senior Director of Product Management
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Noah Lee
Director of Product Consulting Multi Solution Sales
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Tessa Nadik
AVP of Product Management at Cox Automotive
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State of the Economy Panel – Moderated by Cox Automotive Chief strategy Officer Jonathan Smoke
The economist team presents an update on the economy. This serves to amplify CAI’s economic expertise, promote podcast content and create a centralized story that fuels our reputation as a leader in the Automotive insights space.
Wednesday, Feb. 4 10:30 am–10:50 am -
AI for the Human Experience: Unlocking Your AI-Powered Competitive Advantage
Transform your dealership strategy with AI by going beyond automation. Explore how connected data and human-driven intelligence can revolutionize decision-making, drive operational excellence, and deliver intelligent customer personalization at scale. Through compelling stories and actionable strategies, learn how the most effective way to unlock competitive advantage with AI is to use it to enhance the […]
Wednesday, Feb. 4 11:00 am–11:20 am -
Generative Search Engine Optimization (title TBD)
The session on AI Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) represents the cutting edge of dealer visibility. Learn how Cox Automotive’s extensive data ecosystem, including Kelley Blue Book, Autotrader, Dealertrack, and vAuto, empowers your dealership to excel in AI-driven search. This session will explore why traditional SEO methods no longer ensure visibility and how Cox’s integrated platform […]
Wednesday, Feb. 4 11:30 am–11:50 am -
AI Revolution is Now: Transforming Automotive Retail Operations
Join Cox Automotive and AWS leaders for an executive keynote panel exploring how AI is transforming automotive retail. Discover how dealers are deploying autonomous AI agents across sales, service, and operations to compress workflows, enhance customer engagement, and drive profitability. Through real-world examples and candid conversation, learn proven strategies for scaling AI while maintaining operational […]
Wednesday, Feb. 4 12:00 pm–12:20 pm -
Master Digital Leadership: Defeat Disruption, Drive Value
Discover how dealers can disrupt the disruptors to deliver a best-in-class customer experience. Examine best practices on how dealers can use data and technology to reduce online-to-showroom gaps, optimize inventory, and elevate the customer experience. Learn practical steps to transform your dealership and capture the lifetime value of every customer giving you the competitive edge in an evolving marketplace.
Wednesday, Feb. 4 12:30 pm–1:15 pmW311 Workshop Session
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Thad Sykes
Vice President, Dealer Sales
Leading dealer sales for Manheim, Thad helps dealers grow their business and stay competitive in a fast-moving market.
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Emily Chonko
AVP, Regional Sales
With 19 years of experience in automotive, Emily helps dealers attract more buyers and drive results through data-driven marketing strategies.
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Nick Garcia
Client Success Manager
With 18 years of dealership sales and management experience, Nick helps dealers tackle daily challenges with practical solutions and proven strategies.
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