Ride-in-Style Podcast: Episode 7 Tom Waitzman of DPS Automotive Group & Auto Accessory Configurator

🎙️Challenges, Changes and the Future of the Automotive Restyling Industry 🎙️ In this episode of 'Ride-in-Style' podcast, hosts Jesse Stoddard and Josh Poulsen engage with Tom Waitzman, owner of DPS Automotive Group and the Restyler Connect and Auto Accessories Configurator, about the challenges, changes, and upcoming trends in the automotive restyling industry. Tom discusses how he transitioned into the industry and shares his experience of running his first shop. He stresses the importance of developing business skills for successful operations and profitability as well as doing the right thing for customer satisfaction. Tom also speaks about the transformation of his shop's service offerings over the years, switching from electronics to a heavy focus on film. Further, he highlights the advantages of their shop management tool 'Restyler Connect' and 'Auto Accessory Configurator' that help solve many business challenges and streamline operations efficiently. Closing his discussion, Tom shares his goal for the future - balancing his business between dealerships, retail, and fleet while continuing to innovate and adapt in a rapidly evolving industry. 00:00 Hot Takes 00:45 Introduction & Background 12:13 Challenges & Triumphs 42:23 Vision Then & Now 47:55 Evolution & Trends Learn more at www.autostylemarketing.com