Dave Cantin Group

Jump IQ by Dave Cantin Group is proud to be named a finalist for the Digital Dealer Best Use of AI Award. We are honored to be among the five companies recognized in the Artificial Intelligence category, alongside CHAMP Titles, BizzyCar, Lotlinx, Inc., and Dealer eProcess. While Lotlinx received the award, we extend our congratulations to them and remain proud of the innovation we've achieved. A special thanks to our Chief AI Officer, Bruce Molloy, for his visionary leadership, and to our CEO, Dave Cantin, for his continued guidance and support in driving our technology forward. #AIInnovation #DigitalDealer #JumpIQ #DaveCantinGroup #AIAward #Finalist #AutomotiveTech #artificialintelligenceinnovation

The AutoTech Breakthrough Awards announced that Jump IQ by Dave Cantin Group has been named the “Dealership Solution of the Year”! This recognition highlights our innovative, AI-powered software that revolutionizes how dealership valuations are done, providing real-time insights and benchmarking tools. DCG’s proprietary software ingests over 250 million data points – and processes billions of data points – to create dynamic, real-time profiles of all 18,000+ U.S. franchise dealerships. Under the leadership of Bruce Molloy, DCG’s Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer with over 25 years of experience in AI and technology, Jump IQ continues to push the boundaries of innovation and precision in automotive M&A.  “Jump IQ is a way to disrupt an outmoded method of determining the value of a dealership. As our pilot platform was built, we realized it could not only become a ‘Zillow’ for auto dealerships but also a wholly new way to benchmark competition and an advisory tool to help improve dealership operations,” said DCG President and CEO Dave Cantin. “We’re thrilled to accept the ‘Dealership Solution of the Year’ award from AutoTech Breakthrough. Jump IQ allows us to enhance our tried-and-true M&A advisory services to help our clients achieve better outcomes using data that’s never been available before Jump IQ.” Learn more about how Jump IQ is transforming the automotive M&A space: https://lnkd.in/eGsYKWe4 #JumpIQ #AutoTechBreakthrough #DealershipSolutionOfTheYear #Innovation #Automotive #M&A #autotech #AI #ArtificialIntelligence

Our DCG team member, Hugh Morris, hit the green at the CLEAR THE AIR FOUNDATION golf event in partnership with CADA. As proud sponsors, we’re thrilled to support this impactful event, which raised over $40,000 for the Clear the Air Foundation’s mission. Established by the Colorado Automobile Dealers Association the foundation aims to remove high-polluting vehicles from the roads, recycle parts responsibly, and use the proceeds to provide scholarships for students pursuing careers as automotive technicians. Our DCG team delivered an impressive performance, carding a -14, with Tyler Wood winning the Longest Drive Contest! 📸 Pictured (L-R): Brent Wood, Hugh Morris, Tyler Wood, and Michael Dunlap. #CADA2024 #DaveCantinGroup #AutomotiveIndustry #DCGOnTheGreen #GolfEvent #ProudSponsor #TeamDCG #Networking #CleanAirFoundation

Dave Cantin Group is Proud to Sponsor NADC's Fall Conference in Nashville! This month, we’ll be at the National Association of Dealer Counsel (NADC) Fall Conference in the heart of Music City, where legal experts and automotive industry leaders come together to tackle the most pressing issues in auto retail. Dave Cantin Group's attendees include Dave Cantin, Tony Karabon, Brian I. Gordon, Jay Brichke, and Robin Parton Pate. We’re looking forward to reconnecting with collaborators and industry leaders, exploring the future of auto retail law, and hosting two exclusive dinners at Sunda! Will you be there? Let us know and let’s connect! #NADC2024 #AutoIndustry #DealershipMergers #MusicCity #DaveCantinGroup #NADC #NationalAssociationofDealers #DCG

Last week, our team members Brian Traugott and Tony Karabon attended the Automotive News World Congress, where industry leaders like General Motors' Mary Barra and Ford Motor Company's Jim Farley shared key insights. Highlights included advancements in EV infrastructure, a focus on sustainability in manufacturing, and innovations in smart vehicles. Also discussed was the recent input from dealerships over partnerships like Amazon, Hyundai, and Pilot, as mentioned by NADA CEO Mike Stanton. At the Dave Cantin Group, we are always participating in the industry’s most important conversations so we can best advise our clients. #Automotivenews #Automotivenewsworldcongress #2024AutomotiveIndustry #EVInfrastructure #Automotivesustainability #Davecantingroup

Shifting Valuations in Automotive M&A: How the Industry is Adapting Post-Covid The automotive M&A landscape has shifted. In 2023, traditional valuation methods no longer worked—dealers struggled to navigate the “new normal.” By mid-2024, a fresh approach to valuations took hold. Want to know what changed? DCG executives Dave Cantin, Brian I. Gordon, and Brian Traugott explain how M&A in the industry has coalesced around new valuation methodologies. Key takeaways include: 🔹 The impact of inflated Covid profits on dealership valuations. 🔹 Why buyers are moving away from three-year profit averages. 🔹 The importance of trailing 12-month (TTM) views and customized multiples in today’s market. DCG’s blog dives deep into new strategies, plus how our Jump IQ platform helps dealers stay ahead. Read the full blog post: https://bit.ly/3BwLw60 #Automotive #DealershipValuations #MergersAndAcquisitions #JumpIQ #BusinessStrategy

We are pleased to welcome Luke Murphy, CPA to the Dave Cantin Group as our new Business Analyst! 🙌 Luke brings extensive knowledge and hands-on experience in the automotive retail sector. With a background at a family-owned dealership with over 90 years of history, he understands what it takes to succeed in this industry. As a former Senior Associate at CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen), Luke provided strategic tax and operational guidance to dealership owners and executives, making him a valuable addition to our team. Outside of work, Luke enjoys golfing, playing on his local baseball team, and cheering for his favorite Minnesota sports teams.🏌️⚾️ Please join us in welcoming Luke to the team! 👏

Curious how Stephen Dietrich became an Automotive M&A Attorney? Check out this behind-the-scenes clip from our latest CBT News: Inside M&A episode, where Dave Cantin asks him the real questions before the show. #CBTNews #InsideMandA #AutomotiveIndustry #MergersAndAcquisitions #Davecantingroup

The Dave Cantin Group is in Hawaii for the California New Car Dealers Association (CNCDA) Annual Conference, and we’re proud sponsors! We’re excited to discuss industry predictions with National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA)'s Dealer Academy and hear insights from Steve Greenfield on the future of automotive retail. Attending? Anthony Holbrook and Alex Covino are there. Let’s connect!

In this episode, you’ll hear a game-changing story from Stephen Dietrich, a leading M&A attorney in the automotive industry and author of Fear Dynamics. Before Steven became the go-to attorney for car dealers nationwide, he was just one conversation away from a completely different path—working for OEMs. It was a chance meeting with a car dealer that made him rethink his entire career strategy, leading him to build a national M&A practice exclusively for dealers. This pivotal moment not only changed his trajectory but also shaped the industry in ways most people don’t know. ➡ Tune in to discover how one decision can alter the course of a career and impact an entire industry. You won’t want to miss this! https://bit.ly/3WUVF3H