Jacob Berry (MotoHunt): Powersports Growth Strategy & Motorcycle Industry Insight | One Gang Worldwide Ep 119

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, hosts interview Jacob Berry, co-founder and VP of Growth for MotoHunt and host of the Dealership Fix It podcast. They cover Jacob's journey in the power sports industry, from his early days working with his father to his rise through automotive and power sports sales. The discussion touches on the evolution of dealership operations, the integration of digital tools, and the challenges and triumphs of transitioning through acquisitions and scaling operations. Jacob shares insights on inventory management, the importance of maintaining a digital presence, and the potential of AI in streamlining dealership processes. The episode also delves into the future of the power sports industry, the need for engaging younger generations, and the significance of making power sports more accessible and affordable.00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:31 Icebreaker Round: Fun Questions09:33 Early Life and Career Beginnings12:36 Transition to Power Sports Industry17:41 Challenges and Achievements at Ride Now28:16 Entrepreneurship and AMP Digital30:06 MotoHunt: Innovation in Power Sports35:36 Managing Inventory: Current Practices and Challenges36:35 Introducing a Comprehensive Inventory Management Solution37:43 The Importance of Inventory Management and Appraisals38:10 Challenges in New and Used Bike Inventory39:03 The Role of Appraisals in Dealer Profitability42:02 The Hustle of Acquiring Used Bikes42:38 Observations from a Dealership Visit44:37 Balancing Tech Development with Dealer Usability46:00 MotoHunt's Vision for the Future48:07 The Dealership Fix It Podcast Journey50:50 Challenges in Training Service Technicians58:16 Advice for Dealerships in a Changing Market01:07:32 Engaging the Younger Generation in Power Sports01:14:23 Concluding Thoughts and Future ProspectsConnect with Jacob:Website (Consumer): https://motohunt.com/Website (Dealers): https://dealers.motohunt.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacob-b-berry/Check Out Our Sponsors: LeatherUp - Use Code "CW20" at checkout for 20% off! : https://www.leatherup.com/  Connect with Cycles Worldwide: Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more episodes:    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9f5Fx7tVs67xgemZUFphaw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551644038136 Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/cyclesworldwidellc/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/sergey-tokman-2a78a6284/ TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@cycles.worldwide