Neil Posnansky

@tjsimplot @DannyDeraney I couldn't believe it when we moved back to the Cities. Need the Bat signal

@DannyDeraney The fact that the Minneapolis Police Chief’s name is Chief O’Hara also doesn’t get enough attention

Ok, why am I finding out now Chancellor of Germany's name is Friedrich Merz and nobody is talking about this?

@GuyDealership Owned Mazdas since 1989. Two in the garage now. Reliable, low cost of ownership. Oh yeah, they are fun to drive.. especially my MX5

Today's most underrated car brand is showing no signs of slowing down: Did you know Mazda almost didn’t make it as a car brand? The Japanese automaker faced one financial crisis after another, struggling to survive through the ‘90s. At one point, Ford stepped in, raising its stake to 33.4% to stabilize the company and steer its direction. But after the Great Financial Crisis, Ford sold off its shares, and by 2015, Mazda was on its own. Fast forward a decade, and Mazda is one of the most successful "independent" brands. Here’s why— 1. Growing sales and market share. Mazda’s sales jumped 16.8% in 2024, setting a new record with over 424,000 units sold— Leading the brand to a 10-year high in market share. And according to Haig Partners, the average Mazda dealer is selling 55% more new cars than in 2019—the highest increase of any brand. In an otherwise steady market—Mazda’s vehicles are racing off showroom floors nationwide. But what’s fueling all this growth? 2. Smart product strategy and solid inventory. The brand mixes mainstream and premium—positioning itself as a lifestyle brand and carving out a niche as a “budget BMW" (a bit of a stretch—I know). But Mazda’s focus on affordability and SUVs like the CX-70 and CX-90 is paying off. And with inventory steady—neither too much nor too little—Mazda dealers are keeping cars moving off lots. Even better? Dealers are reporting consistent production and steady supply chains—a rarity in today’s market. Which means... 3. Dealer profitability is through the roof. Mazda dealers saw profits jump 85% from pre-COVID levels, and fewer storefronts have made the brand more efficient. Dealership values are also climbing—with Mazda’s Blue Sky multiples now rivaling Ford and Chevrolet. The bottom line: Mazda isn’t just capturing momentum—it’s holding onto it. And with plans to hit 450,000 U.S. sales this year, here’s what to watch: - A strong partnership with Toyota - Increasing incentives - And a stronger hybrid push But what do you think? Is Mazda an underrated gem? Read the breakdown here, together with @lotlinx : carguymedia.com/3WngqFU

@GuyDealership Just purchased a 2024 CX5. Looks good parked next to my MX5RF.

[NEWS] Mazda dealers are riding high on a profit spike: Compared to pre-COVID levels — net dealer profits are up 85% and brand sales continue to climb — Mazda sold 350K vehicles through Oct., an 18% jump from last year. The reason? The automaker has kept inventory steadily flowing and ramped up incentives — While competitors like Toyota and Honda purposefully keep the supply/demand balance tight. Bottom line: Mazda has moved upmarket in the last decade — dramatically improving design, reliability, and affordability… making it a serious contender in the battle for market share. Read today’s top automotive stories, presented by @edmunds : carguymedia.com/3YM0T2t (Data source: Mazda)

@chris_neto New job. Career boost. Returning to my hometown, family, & friends. Can't complain. Biz is good and growing. #AVintheAM

Q5 We are at the midpoint of 2024. What has defined the 1st 1/2 of the yr. for you? What do u think will be the biggest challenges for the 2nd half of the year? How has this yr. differed from '23? Would u consider this a big improvement, flat, or a downgrade from '23? #AVinTheAm

@MostlyAv @chris_neto Sorry to hear, Michelle.

@chris_neto The fact that it sucked. My 24 yr marriage failed & the stress of surviving a pandemic & also losing both parents caught up to me. (For the record, I still-& always- hit my #) Corp clients spend the least during an election year. I’m on a mental health hiatus & so happy now. 🤠

@tjsimplot Sign me up!

@NeilPosnansky Just in time for the holidays!!!

@SharathSAbraham Lou Malnatis for the win

Okay who are the Chi Town natives? When it comes to deep dish casserole, I mean pizza. What's your spot? The last time I went to Chi Town I had Pequads. I'll be there Wed!

@chris_neto Started in bcast. Live TV gave way to selling the equip I used. All these years later, still here.#AVimtheAM

Q5 From the humble beginnings of a moisture farm on Tatooine to the heights of a career in #tech, every journey starts with a 1st step. Where did your AV Journey begin? Was it AV from Day 1 or an evolution? Give some ❤️to those who help u along the way. #AVIntheAm #AVtweeps

@chris_neto Goals & aspirations change as opportunities present themselves. Fortunately, opportunities arose for me to reach my career goals. Took time & energy. #AVintheAM

Q3 How have your career goals and aspirations evolved over time? Do you feel you stayed true to your values and principles? #AVinTheAM #AVtweeps #SundayMorning

@chris_neto Meet as many people as you can. Listen & learn. You make your own luck by paying attention. #AVintheAM

Q1 If you could offer advice to your younger self starting out in your career, what would it be? Do you feel fulfilled and satisfied with the choices you made in your career so far? #AvintheAm #Avtweeps #SundayMorning

@chris_neto I use a professional headshot for LinkedIn. Casual photo for X and Facebook. I do not use handles for my name on any platform. #AVintheAM

Q2 How important is it for professionals to maintain a consistent and professional online presence across various #socialmedia platforms? Do you use the same headshot across all your platforms for example? Is the messaging consistent? Do you have rules u follow #AVinTheAm

@chris_neto Sorry for your loss. May his memory be for a blessing

On this day in 2009 I lost a close friend to suicide. It haunts me to this day. Was there more I could have done? Having his mom hand me a pic of me and him from college (which he kept in a frame on his desk) at his funeral broke me...

@chris_neto Increased person travel. One tank trips w/the roadster, a short cruise, & trips to family & friends took us away from the job. New adventures coming in 2024 #AVinTheAM

Q4 As we approach the Thanksgiving season, what strategies or tools have helped you maintain a healthy work-life balance in the fast-paced world of technology and career demands? #AVinTheAM #AVtweeps

@chris_neto Idk - started selling AV gear over the phone, earned an MBA in marketing, learned to PM & ended up in operations leadership. I've driven mountain roads that were straighter than that career path...😜 #AVintheAM

Q5 We've argued the path, or lack thereof. But can a entry-level job lead to a successful career, or are they distinct (undocumented) paths? Share examples that challenge the norm. I'm aware that this may lead to a conversation about #DEI. #CareerVsJob #AVinTheAM #AVtweeps

@chris_neto Learn the industry & find something within it that excites & motivates growth & passion to build a career regardless of title or company #AVintheAM

Q1 In today's dynamic technology landscape, how can individuals strategically transition from a job to a lasting, impactful career? #AVintheAm #avtweeps #CareerVsJob

@chris_neto Education & skills help you land the gig. Passion helps transform the gig into a career #AVintheAM

Q4 So Education, skills, passion - how do these factors play into your decision to pursue a meaningful career or a regular job? Do they steer your choice of #CareerVsJob or do you get to a point where the passion is outweighed by "Dollars and "Sense"? #AVtweeps #AVintheAM

@chris_neto The tech I find most head scratching is ppl attending concerts only to watch it on their phone. Don't understand it. Sing, dance, and enjoy. Put the phone down #AVinTheAM

Q2 When was the last Concert or live Event you attended? Did you notice the audience was part of the show (Not just signing along). What's some of the interesting tech these events are now using to be Memorable? What can other events learn from these kinds of events? #AVinTheAm

@chris_neto @Twitter Good friends @mark_okern & @MostlyAv . @NJDavidD , @jacobyaudio among other #avtweeps for offering insight & opinion regarding the industry. Of course @chris_neto for creating #AVintheAM as a forum for us to meet & chat

Q5 If you’re reading this you’re obviously part of the #AVInTheAM community that we’ve created over the last couple of years. Call out someone here (other than me-use a @Twitter handle) & thank them for their guidance/support/friendship/obstinance or whatever else has moved you!

@chris_neto I need to learn more about networking to continue engaging in troubleshooting calls. It's AV's Achilles heal. Not enough of us understand it. Outside of AV, I want to learn autocross #AVintheAM

Q2 What's one thing you'd love to be an expert at in AV or Outside of AV? Here is a bonus... What's one softskill you'd love to be better at and why? What is the most undervalued skillset in AV? How about softskill? Any tips for improvement? #AVinTheAM