Gulf States Toyota Distributors

AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH BDT & MSD PARTNERS

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
MSD, Partnership, Growth, Life, BDT, Collection, Gulf States Toyota Distributors, Investment, Dan Friedkin

MILL VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Friedkin Group announced today that the company has entered into a strategic partnership with BDT & MSD Partners ("BDT & MSD"), a merchant bank built to serve the distinct needs of business owners and strategic, long-term investors. BDT & MSD, through its affiliated hospitality investment vehicle, will make a minority investment in Auberge Resorts Collection, the manager of the award-winning portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs set in some of the world's most desirable locations. In addition, BDT & MSD's hospitality vehicle intends to invest significant capital towards acquiring and developing luxury hotel and residential assets that will be branded and managed by Auberge Resorts Collection.

Key Points: 
  • MILL VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Friedkin Group announced today that the company has entered into a strategic partnership with BDT & MSD Partners ("BDT & MSD"), a merchant bank built to serve the distinct needs of business owners and strategic, long-term investors.
  • BDT & MSD, through its affiliated hospitality investment vehicle, will make a minority investment in Auberge Resorts Collection , the manager of the award-winning portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs set in some of the world's most desirable locations.
  • In addition, BDT & MSD's hospitality vehicle intends to invest significant capital towards acquiring and developing luxury hotel and residential assets that will be branded and managed by Auberge Resorts Collection.
  • The partnership reflects BDT & MSD's belief in Auberge Resorts Collection's unique brand positioning and focus on creating one-of-a-kind luxury hospitality experiences.

AUBERGE RESORTS COLLECTION ANNOUNCES STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH BDT & MSD PARTNERS

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
MSD, Partnership, Growth, Life, BDT, Collection, Gulf States Toyota Distributors, Investment, Dan Friedkin

MILL VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Friedkin Group announced today that the company has entered into a strategic partnership with BDT & MSD Partners ("BDT & MSD"), a merchant bank built to serve the distinct needs of business owners and strategic, long-term investors. BDT & MSD, through its affiliated hospitality investment vehicle, will make a minority investment in Auberge Resorts Collection, the manager of the award-winning portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs set in some of the world's most desirable locations. In addition, BDT & MSD's hospitality vehicle intends to invest significant capital towards acquiring and developing luxury hotel and residential assets that will be branded and managed by Auberge Resorts Collection.

Key Points: 
  • MILL VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Friedkin Group announced today that the company has entered into a strategic partnership with BDT & MSD Partners ("BDT & MSD"), a merchant bank built to serve the distinct needs of business owners and strategic, long-term investors.
  • BDT & MSD, through its affiliated hospitality investment vehicle, will make a minority investment in Auberge Resorts Collection , the manager of the award-winning portfolio of luxury hotels, resorts, residences and private clubs set in some of the world's most desirable locations.
  • In addition, BDT & MSD's hospitality vehicle intends to invest significant capital towards acquiring and developing luxury hotel and residential assets that will be branded and managed by Auberge Resorts Collection.
  • The partnership reflects BDT & MSD's belief in Auberge Resorts Collection's unique brand positioning and focus on creating one-of-a-kind luxury hospitality experiences.

weavix® Secures $23.6 Million in Series B Funding

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
Insight Partners, GameChanger, Gulf States Toyota Distributors, Food, Culture, Dan Friedkin, Partnership, Insight, Grace, AI, Communication, Software, Safety, Capital, Workforce, Growth, Retail

WICHITA, Kan., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- weavix, the Wichita-based technology firm specializing in frontline communication and efficiency solutions, announced today it has successfully raised $23.6 million in its latest Series B funding round.

Key Points: 
  • WICHITA, Kan., Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- weavix, the Wichita-based technology firm specializing in frontline communication and efficiency solutions, announced today it has successfully raised $23.6 million in its latest Series B funding round.
  • As strategic partners and leaders in the industrial world, they now join Koch Disruptive Technologies, which previously invested $10 million in Series A funding in January 2022.
  • With this new funding, weavix intends to expand its product offerings and strengthen its market presence in industries such as manufacturing, construction, food and beverage production, hospitality, and energy.
  • Closing this growth round of $23.6 million gives weavix the additional resources needed to fulfill its mission of becoming the market leader by connecting the disconnected workforce.

Volcon ePowersports Welcomes Doug Cline as Director of Sales for the United States

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Part, Lead, Gulf States Toyota Distributors, Software as a service, Project management, MBA, Internet, Sales operations, Gulf states, Negotiation, Operation, Growth, Dominion, Toyota, Management

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volcon Inc. (NASDAQ: VLCN) ("Volcon" or the "Company"), the first all-electric, off-road powersports company, announces the appointment of Doug Cline as the new Director of Sales for the United States.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Volcon Inc. (NASDAQ: VLCN) ("Volcon" or the "Company"), the first all-electric, off-road powersports company, announces the appointment of Doug Cline as the new Director of Sales for the United States.
  • During his tenure at Gulf States Toyota, Doug demonstrated his leadership abilities in key positions such as Manager of Training, Parts & Service, and Manager of Sales Operations.
  • "We are thrilled to welcome Doug to the Volcon team as our new Director of Sales for the United States," said Jordan Davis, CEO of Volcon ePowersports.
  • The entire Volcon team looks forward to working closely with Doug to achieve new heights in sales and customer satisfaction.

AutoNation Hires Jeff Parent as Chief Operating Officer

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Friday, September 22, 2023
Union of Sales and Marketing Professionals, Nissan, Business, AutoNation, Gulf states, Marketing, Volkswagen, Customer satisfaction, Growth, NYSE, Management, Gulf States Toyota Distributors

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN), the most admired automotive retailer in America, is delighted to announce the appointment of Jeff Parent as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).

Key Points: 
  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Sept. 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- AutoNation, Inc. (NYSE: AN), the most admired automotive retailer in America, is delighted to announce the appointment of Jeff Parent as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO).
  • As COO, Jeff Parent will play a pivotal role in AutoNation's continuous efforts to drive growth, enhance operational efficiency, and provide exceptional customer experiences across its extensive network of locations.
  • "Jeff Parent is a proven leader with an excellent track record of success across multiple aspects of the automotive and personal transportation landscapes.
  • AutoNation also announces that Steve Kwak, COO, Franchised Business, will be leaving the company to pursue another opportunity.

OEC to Provide Gulf States Toyota With Parts Supply Chain Technology for Its Dealer Network

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Thursday, April 2, 2020
Companies, Economy of Japan, Gulf States Toyota Distributors, Business, Supply chain management, Toyota, Sourcing, Inventory

CLEVELAND, April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --OEConnection LLC (OEC), the leading automotive technology provider for original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) distribution networks, will provide Gulf States Toyota (GST) with its part sourcing platform, D2DLink, for its extensive dealer network.

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  • CLEVELAND, April 2, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --OEConnection LLC (OEC), the leading automotive technology provider for original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) distribution networks, will provide Gulf States Toyota (GST) with its part sourcing platform, D2DLink, for its extensive dealer network.
  • D2DLink will provide GST dealers with shared inventory access across the dealer network, allowing dealers to find and obtain parts with greater speed, while helping reduce idle inventory and improve OEM part sourcing and sales.
  • "OEC is excited to continue growing our relationship with Gulf States Toyota by helping implement our industry-leading parts sourcing solution across its dealer network," said Kyle McChesney, OEC General Manager, Supply Chain, Data and EPC.
  • Houston-based Gulf States Toyota is one of the world's largest independent distributors of Toyota vehicles and parts, serving 158 dealers in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Texas.

Gulf States Toyota Chooses OEC for Collision Parts Ordering and Fulfillment

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Monday, January 13, 2020
Companies, Economy of Japan, Gulf States Toyota Distributors, Toyota, Automotive industry, Collision

CLEVELAND, Jan. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OEConnection LLC (OEC), the leading automotive technology provider for original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) distribution networks, announced that Gulf States Toyota (GST) has added CollisionLink as a key solution provider for its collision parts marketing program.

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  • CLEVELAND, Jan. 13, 2020 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- OEConnection LLC (OEC), the leading automotive technology provider for original equipment manufacturers' (OEM) distribution networks, announced that Gulf States Toyota (GST) has added CollisionLink as a key solution provider for its collision parts marketing program.
  • GST is the 25th automotive dealer network in North America to use CollisionLink to facilitate their collision parts marketing program.
  • "CollisionLink's large network of shops will help Gulf States Toyota compete more effectively throughout their geographic region," said Bill Lopez, OEC General Manager, Collision.
  • Beginning in January 2020, GST dealers will have access to their collision parts marketing program via CollisionLink.

Toyota Injects $391 Million New Investment in Its San Antonio Assembly Plant

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Tuesday, September 17, 2019
Companies, Economy of Japan, Automotive industry, Toyota, Toyota Group, Pickup trucks, Toyota Motor Manufacturing Texas, Gulf States Toyota Distributors

SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Through its commitment to build vehicles where they are sold, Toyota is investing $391 million at its San Antonio truck assembly plant to better serve customers.

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  • SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --Through its commitment to build vehicles where they are sold, Toyota is investing $391 million at its San Antonio truck assembly plant to better serve customers.
  • This new investment also comes with a commitment by Toyota Texas to continue funding local workforce development, a community need the company has long championed.
  • As part of Toyota's commitment to help San Antonio's workforce and education, Alamo Promise will receive a $500,000 donation from Toyota Texas over a five-year period.
  • This is Toyota's third investment at its San Antonio truck plant which assembles the full-size Tundra and mid-size Tacoma pickup trucks; the facility directly employs more than 3,200 team members.