I thank you for joining. Chris really wanted a place for the top people in this business to gather. Chris knows everyone, and I just created this site.

Sorry. Chris Saraceno. I always just assume he has connected with eveyrone here. Chris is the VP to our dealer group and seems to have connections to anyone influential to the auto industry. Where in Canada are you?

Cathy your exactly right it is tough to leave I think it is something that is engrained in people like us. I started going to Manheim Auto Auction when I was about 9 years old and it just became a part of who I am. I graduated college in 94 and took a job as a salesman thinking it would be temporary how mistaken I was...hahaha Anyway it's a pleasure to meet you hope all is well up there in Victoria!! :)

I assure you, the honor is all mine! Thanks for connecting!

Hello Cathy,

Now I am a member too! I hope to find good exchange of information on F & I.
Thanks again!

Ricardo Leme
Goias, Brazil

Better late then never! Forgot I had this site until today. So I'm back to comment on your question. Sensible Driver develops e-mail programs (sales and service) with video, RSS feeds and integrated content uploaded to social media sites, including Facebook to drive in current and attract new customers.

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Thanks Cathy!! It`has been a pleasure sharing with everyone. It also helps me in the same way as you which I must say selfishly, was part of it's intent. Feel free to share some of your own favorites anytime, I welcome one and all!!
Take Care,
Jack

Thanks Cathy...stay close.. this is a good site. JIM

Hi Cathy, thanks for the kind words. Just a point, it's Ontario, California...not Canada.

Hello and thanks for adding me as a friend! I appreciate your kind words. I just wanted to say hi and answer your questions. May I give you a brief introduction to who I am and what I do. But first I would like to hear from you as well and help your business grow. If I had someone who was interested in your service, what would you like me to say?

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Fred G. Slabine