OUR CULTURE
Employee Testimonials
As a family-owned and operated business, we have nurtured a unique culture that sets us apart and defines our interactions with customers and employees alike.Â
Family at the Core:Â At Kelley Automotive Group, we understand that family is at the heart of what makes life meaningful. It's this very principle that drives us in all aspects of our business. As a family-owned and operated dealership, our customers are not just clients; they are an extension of our family. When you walk through our showroom doors, you're welcomed with a warm smile and a sense of belonging that transcends the traditional car-buying experience.Â
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Values That Matter:Â Our family culture is grounded in unwavering values such as integrity, trust, and respect. These principles guide our every decision, from the vehicles we offer to the way we treat our customers and employees. We believe that by upholding these values, we create an atmosphere of transparency and honesty where customers can make confident decisions and employees can thrive in a supportive and respectful environment.Â
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Committed Team, Committed Family:Â Our employees are more than just staff; they're cherished members of the Kelley family. We invest in their growth, provide opportunities for advancement, and nurture their passion for cars and customer service. This commitment to our team translates into exceptional service for our customers, as our staff genuinely cares about delivering the best automotive experience.Â
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Your Trusted Partner:Â In an industry that often feels impersonal, Kelley Automotive Group is your trusted partner on your automotive journey. We go beyond selling cars; we build lasting relationships. Our family culture ensures that you receive personalized attention, whether you're seeking a new vehicle, require service, or need assistance with financing. Your needs become our priorities.Â
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A Tradition of Excellence:Â Kelley Automotive Group has a history of excellence and a commitment to maintaining the highest standards in the industry. Our longevity and success are testaments to our enduring dedication to our customers and communities.Â
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In conclusion, Kelley Automotive Group's family-owned and operated culture is more than a label; it's a way of life. It's about treating every customer as family, living by values that matter, nurturing our team, and being your trusted partner in all things automotive. Join us and experience the warmth and authenticity of a dealership that values people over profits and relationships over transactions. We invite you to be a part of the Kelley family, where we're not just selling cars; we're building connections that last a lifetime.
The Founders Award
Kelley Automotive Group created the Founders Award to honor, celebrate and recognize those employees who exhibit the much-admired attributes of our founders, Jim Kelley and Tom Kelley. For the entire year of 2022, the Kelley Automotive Executive Team collected submissions sent in by fellow co-workers and supervisors nominating individuals who embody the following Founders Award criteria:
- Shows excellent character and integrity
- Exhibits leadership, whether the role is formalized or not
- Committed to serving others, both personally and professionally
- An ambassador for Kelley Automotive on and off the clock
- Truthful and honest in all his or her dealings
- Maintains a positive attitude in all situations
- Committed to "doing the right thing"
- A model citizen and employee
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Brian Glass
Brian joined the Group when his previous employer was acquired by Kelley 27 years ago. Brian has been an active detail manager throughout his tenure. He is committed to Kelley and the work he does for 14/69 Supercenter. Brian is dedicated to his family and friends as well as to our customers, employees, and his community. Long time co-worker, Kim Raber, stated, "Brian has a willingness and heart for serving others, he is always available, personally and professionally, when others need help.
In 2021, Brian created his own charity, Pedals of Hope. Brian's original mission was to provide 50 bicycles to children throughout Fort Wayne for Christmas. Brian worked long days and nights collecting donated bicycles as well as cleaning and repairing them. His hard work sparked interest from local churches which in turn helped Brian be able to deliver 105 bikes that year. With the success of the previous year, Brian decided to continue his journey of giving back. This year 136 Fort Wayne children received a bike under their tree.
​Thank you, Brian, for all that you do for Kelley and the community! We honor you as a truly deserving Founders Award Recipient.
Elizabeth "Liz" Ebnit
Elizabeth "Liz" has been with Kelley for the last 32 years assisting service departments in various capacities. Liz currently is the warranty administrator for Kelley Buick GMC and is dedicated to her job and the Company. There isn't a company event or contest that you won't see Liz helping or participating in. She is the epitome of Kelley Spirit and is someone who truly cares about her fellow co-workers by volunteering as a first responder in time of need. "I have worked with Elizabeth for the last 14 years and she has always shown a positive professional attitude and willingness to help wherever she is needed. Numerous times where there has been a medical issue with one of the employees or customers, she has proven to be invaluable," said Neil Farley, Buick GMC Service Director. Along with her work as a warranty administrator, Liz is also a volunteer medic for the Aboite Fire Department.
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Liz volunteers her time to save lives and to make sure our community remains safe. In 2013, Liz received the Above and Beyond Call of Duty award for her continuous efforts. According to the Aboite Fire Department, Liz was selected based on her "work ethic, positive attitude and commitment to the Department as well as the Aboite Township community," all attributes that she exhibits at Kelley.
Liz, thank you for your commitment to Kelley and to your community! You are an inspiration to us all and worthy beyond measure of this honor.