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Spotlights, Giveaways, Cocktail Hours, and More!
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IT’S SANDY
LET’S GO SANDY!
Official NADA Vice Chair
We couldn’t be more proud than to see MD’s very own Sandy Fitzgerald-Angello elected as the NADA Vice Chair. We know she is the perfect person for the job and a strong advocate for dealers around the nation.
And — incase you missed the opportunity to watch/listen to our Podcast with the woman, herself, check it out! Sandy is a true powerhouse and a wealth of knowledge for anyone in the industry! Let’s Go Sandy!
DRIVEN by MADA | Episode 4: Guest Sandy Fitzgerald-Angello Joins MADA Sharing Words Of Inspiration
IT’S EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS
ATTENTION DEALERS
Plenty of upcoming events to attend as we close out the year. Register below
MADA-Regional Meetings
In previous years, MADA has held breakfast regional meetings. This year, MADA will hold two networking cocktail receptions in November to unite our dealers ahead of 2026. MADA will also invite regional legislative leaders to join.
We encourage either you or a representative from your dealership to attend one of the meetings. We also encourage dealers to invite their legislative representatives. Should you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out via email to Erica Calderone — [email protected]
Washington DC Area
When: November 11, 2025 — 5:30-8:00PM
Where: Columbia Country Club — 7900 Connecticut Ave, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
Baltimore Area
When: November 19, 2025 — 5:30-7:30PM
Where: Maryland Golf & Country Clubs — 1335 E Macphail Rd, Bel Air, MD 21015
MADA Title & Registration Seminar
Join us for an informative session where we will discuss the latest updates on fees and procedures that took effect on October 1st. Bring your questions or concerns that would like addressed.
We will review both the previous and current T&R procedures, giving you the chance to engage directly with MVA personnel who make daily decisions that influence your business. These seminars serve as a valuable platform for discussing topics that impact us all. Attendees will have the opportunity to raise insightful questions, which not only highlight your challenges, but also benefit the MVA. The Knowledge gained from these sessions can help you prevent potential issues at your dealership.
When: November 19, 2025 — 9:00AM-12:00PM
Where: The Other Barn — 5851 Robert Oliver Pl., Columbia, MD 21045
DATDA Annual Meeting & Retirement Luncheon for Marlene Petrylak
The DATDA Board of Directors cordially invites all dealer members and executive management staff to an annual meeting luncheon to review the state of DATDA upon the retirement of our longstanding executive director Marlene Petrylak. This luncheon will also serve as a retirement celebration for Marlene's dedicated years of service. Our new executive team from the Maryland Automobile Dealers Association will be in attendance to discuss the long term vision of DATDA.
When: December 1, 2025 — 11AM-1PM
Where: Location: Bally's Dover Casino Resort - 1131 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE 19901
Please RSVP immediately by emailing [email protected]
2026 NADA Reception
Join us as a sponsor for our upcoming event dedicated to our dealers, which also supports three associations. We invite you to review the sponsorship options available. We always appreciate your ongoing support and look forward to seeing you in Las Vegas!
When: February 5, 2026 — 5-7PM
Where: WYNN AND ENCORE LAS VEGAS — 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. S., Las Vegas, NV 89109
DEALER SPOTLIGHT
Jones Junction Automotive Group Expands Legacy of Community Investment with $20 Million Gift to Upper Chesapeake Health
BIG NEWS! Danny and Gail Jones of Jones Junction Automotive Group donated $20 million to University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health, the largest gift in its history. The funds will expand and rebrand seven primary care centers, improving access for 260,000 Harford County residents. The project will add services, shorten wait times, and create new healthcare jobs. The first upgraded site, Danny and Gail Jones Primary Care – Bel Air, opened in July 2025. This donation reflects the Jones family’s deep commitment to strengthening their community, and their true commitment to giving back. Hats off, Jones!
IT’S A GIVEAWAY
Alright — so who do we think ‘won’ Halloween this year? Winner will get a spoooky prize next week!
Spoiler: The spooky surprise is 3 dozen donuts brought to your store, so VOTE VOTE VOTE!
Review the contestants below and cast your vote! |
Contestants
Sheehy Hagerstown
Ourisman Honda
Passport Toyota
Preston CDJR
Sheehy Infiniti
IT’S PODCASTS
Episode 8 of DRIVEN by MADA
MADA dives deep with leaders from Jones Junction including, Bryan Kilby (Owner), Deborah McCollum (CFO), and Jheury Moran (Sales Director), to discover the keys to some very important dealership operation practices. Listen in as topics including Jones' history, customer & employee retention, and OEM relations are covered and some key takeaways are outlined. Brian, Jheury, and Deborah bring a lot to the table, and there are some great pieces of advice to be gained from their conversation!