We're excited to announce the launch of Walser Automotive Group's fourth employee resource group, Veterans at Walser (VAW), a dedicated community tailored to the needs and experiences of Veterans. VAW serves as a community within our company, bringing together Veterans from all branches of the military and their allies to support each other professionally and personally. From navigating the transition to civilian life to accessing resources and finding camaraderie, VAW aims to create a supportive network where members can thrive. Furthermore, we collaborate with external organizations and Veteran support groups to provide access to resources such as job training, mentorship programs, and mental health support, demonstrating our commitment to Veterans' long-term success and well-being within the company. Check out highlights from VAW's launch party!
Picture this: 52 extra days off each year – and it's not vacation time! We're addressing work-life balance with an innovative change for our Minnesota sales staff: the introduction of a 4-day work week! With this new schedule, our sales force can enjoy more consecutive days off while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Implemented in January 2024, the four-day rotating schedule prioritizes employee well-being while also enhancing the customer experience. By extending working hours and reducing split shifts, we can focus on delivering top-notch service without sacrificing personal time. We believe in listening to our employees, and this change is in response to feedback for a more flexible and predictable schedule. This move is in line with our commitment to exceptional benefits and creating a better employee experience. The elimination of split shift timing also ensures a smoother and more consistent customer experience, reinforcing our reputation for excellence in customer service. Learn more:
It’s no secret. We think technicians are the future for Walser, and Walser Toyota Team Lead Derek Thompson is marking a major milestone in his career. 🏆🔧 Derek recently achieved World Class Technician status through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)! Derek knows the value of continuous learning, teaching others, and ASE certifications. He's among just 2,289 automotive technicians out of 887k nationwide to earn this title over the last 30+ years. Congratulations, Derek!
🧨 Light the spark early. That's what Minnetonka Schools are doing with MOMENTUM. This high-school program cultivates student passion around hands-on, real-world learning. Hear how Walser connects with students interested in automotive and transportation from Lindsey Trett, Walser's Director of Talent Acquisition. She recently sat down with Superintendent David Law, Instructor Brent Veninga, and student Aiden on the podcast Ahoy, Minnetonka! ⚓
Walser Sr. Licensed Sales Professional Danielle Horsford has always liked the art of the sale. 📃 In this Black History Month spotlight, she talks about her journey into sales, from selling shoes at Finish Line to automotive insurance at Walser. Danielle shares more about her roots, what makes her proud, and how she channels her inner extrovert on the job.
Our CEO, Andrew Walser, and President, Paul Walser, know Walser's differentiator often isn't the product. It's not even the price. 🚘 It's the experience of a more efficient and customer-centric buying and servicing process. Hear more from Paul on the driving force behind this mentality and the one word Andrew just can't get out of his head. Thank you to Jonathan Collegio for highlighting Walser's journey to effortless retail on the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA)'s new podcast, Driving Ahead.
