From Car Dealer to Automotive SaaS Leader

Startup Hustle

Join Matt Watson for a blast-from-the-past reunion with his long-time friend, Danny Zaslavsky! This episode dives deep into Danny's fascinating journey, from growing up in a car dealership to becoming the founder of a tech startup, DealerCue.

Matt and Danny reminisce about their early days working together, the challenges they faced in the car business, and the power of technology to revolutionize the industry. They'll discuss:

• The Birth of DealerCue: How Danny's experience managing a car dealership led him to create a revolutionary solution for vehicle lifecycle management.
• Entrepreneurship 101: Matt and Danny share their unique stories of building successful companies, from opportunistic beginnings to overcoming generational resistance.
• Marketing Magic: Learn how Danny defied traditional advertising strategies and succeeded through community engagement and innovative campaigns.
• From Showroom to Startup: Discover how DealerCue leveraged Danny's product expertise to create a game-changing platform.
• The Power of Partnership: Matt and Danny reveal the secrets to successful collaborations: trust, complementary skills, and a shared vision.

This episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone interested in entrepreneurship, the ever-evolving car dealership landscape, and the power of partnerships in the tech industry. Tune in and get ready to be inspired!

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This episode is sponsored by Full Scale:

https://fullscale.io/

Visit the DealerCue website:

https://www.dealercue.com/

Learn more about Danny Zaslavsky:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/danny-zaslavsky-a8503121/

Highlighted Discussion Points

• Entrepreneurship journey from car dealership to tech startup. 0:31
• Vehicle lifecycle management and DealerCue. 1:21
• Entrepreneurship, technology adoption, and generational change in the car dealership industry. 7:16
• Advertising and marketing strategies in the car business. 13:02
• Marketing and technology in the car dealership industry. 18:20
• Entrepreneurship, partnerships, and innovation in the tech industry. 24:39

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