Darwin Automotive Partners with JM&A Group to Provide Darwin Direct
Oct 30, 2018
Dealerships can now empower customers to purchase, contract, e-sign and pay for F&I products 100% on their own, 24/7
JM Family Enterprises Named One of the 2018 Best Workplaces for Millennials by Great Place to Work and FORTUNE
Jun 28, 2018
For the third year in a row, Great Place to Work and FORTUNE have named JM Family Enterprises as one of the Best Workplaces for Millennials.
KIA Motors America Extends Certified Pre-Owned/Branded Product Program With JM&A Group
Jun 13, 2018
Kia Motors America announced the extension of the brand’s Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) and Branded Product Program with the JM&A Group. The multi-year extension comes on the heels of recent program milestones
JM Family Enterprises to Launch a 3-Year $150 Million Campus Renovation
Apr 18, 2018
JM Family Enterprises, Inc., the $15.1 billion diversified automotive company with more than 4,200 associates across North America, announced that it would launch construction on a three-year, $150 million renovation of its Deerfield Beach headquarters.
Great Place to Work and Fortune Name JM Family Enterprises One of the 2018 FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For
Feb 19, 2018
For the 20th consecutive year, JM Family Enterprises, Inc., a $15.1 billion diversified automotive company, has been named one of the FORTUNE 100 Best Companies to Work For, according to global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work and Fortune.
JM&A Group Announces Executive-Level Promotion
Oct 12, 2017
Mark Barovich has been promoted to assistant vice president of Portfolio Risk Management and Actuarial Services for JM&A Group.
JM&A Group Announces Executive-Level Promotion
Oct 12, 2017
Gavin Tennant has been promoted to vice president of Customer Services for JM&A Group. Tennant will oversee all claims and customer service operations in Deerfield Beach and St. Louis.
Great Place to Work® and Fortune Name JM Family Enterprises One of the 2017 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For
Mar 16, 2017
For the 19th consecutive year, JM Family Enterprises was named one of the 2017 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For, according to global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work® and Fortune.
JM Family Named Best Company of Parents and Diversity
Jan 4, 2017
JM Family Enterprises was recently ranked #12 on the Best Workplaces for Parents and #45 on Best Workplaces for Diversity lists.
JM&A Group and Volvo Car USA Join Forces to Offer Vehicle Owners Peace of Mind
Oct 26, 2016
JM&A Group has entered into an agreement with international auto manufacturer Volvo Car USA to provide a full suite of branded F&I products to more than 300 Volvo dealers nationally.
Great Place to Work® and Fortune Announce the Country's Best Workplaces to Retire From; JM Family Enterprises is the only Florida company to make the list
Jun 21, 2016
Fortune asked Great Place to Work to review the 401(k) plans, health insurance, phased retirement offerings, defined pension benefits and internal promotion rates at more than 600 employers. Of the top companies whose associates say they are great places to build long-term careers, JM Family Enterprises ranked No. 13 and is only Florida company to make the list.
Habitat for Humanity Home Dedication 2016
Jun 21, 2016
JM Family Enterprises, along with Habitat for Humanity of Broward, recently celebrated the completion of four Pompano Beach homes – two free-standing, single-family houses and one duplex. Local dignitaries, city officials, and well-wishers gathered during a recent dedication ceremony as the new Habitat homeowners shared stories of how this program has changed their lives.
JM Family Associates Take On Hunger in South Florida
Jun 17, 2016
Each year, associates from several of JM Family’s business locations partake in a variety of engaging activities during its annual Spring into Giving campaign, a 3-week long companywide effort to raise funds and increase awareness about food insecurity. This year, the company raised $98,300 to benefit six food bank partners, topping last year’s total by more than 20 percent.
Local Community and Business Leaders Honored during 24th Annual African-American Achievers Awards
May 2, 2016
Five remarkable individuals were recognized during the 24th annual African-American Achievers awards ceremony, which was held on Wednesday, April 20 at the Broward County Convention Center. More than 1,000 guests attended the event, sponsored by JM Family Enterprises, Southeast Toyota Distributors and JM Lexus.
JMA Group Announces Executive Level Promotions
Jan 26, 2016
JM&A Group, one of the largest independent providers of finance and insurance (F&I) products in the automotive industry, closed out 2015 by celebrating record month-over-month growth and the best year in its 37-year history, selling more than 3.4 million contracts nationwide.
JM Family Enterprises Announces Executive Level Promotion
Nov 12, 2015
JM Family Enterprises President and CEO Colin Brown announced the promotion of Ron Coombs to senior vice president and chief financial officer (CFO), overseeing the company’s financial operations.
Great Place to Work® and Fortune Name JM Family Enterprises, Inc. as One of the 50 Best Workplaces for Diversity
Nov 9, 2015
After surveying more than 128,000 women and 69,000 minority employees nationwide, Fortune and Great Place to Work® ranked JM Family Enterprises, Inc. No. 47 on its 2015 list of 50 Best Workplaces for Diversity. The automotive company was also ranked No. 9 on Essence’s list of 10 Best Workplaces for African Americans.
JM Family Builds Four Habitat for Humanity Homes in Pompano Beach
Oct 16, 2015
For the 14th consecutive year, JM Family Enterprises has committed to building homes for four South Florida families with Habitat for Humanity of Broward. The initial build began Saturday, October 3, and includes the first ever Habitat for Humanity duplex constructed, along with two free-standing single-family homes.
Kia Motors America (KMA) has renewed its agreement with JM&A Group
Oct 9, 2015
JM&A Group celebrates their successful partnership with Kia as their success pushes through to the forefront of the auto industry.
FCA Sales advance 14 percent in September - Automotive News
Oct 1, 2015
The seasonally adjusted annualized sales rate in September is forecast to climb to 17.7 million, based on the average of 12 analysts’ estimates in a Bloomberg survey.
21st Annual Bruce Rossmeyer Ride for Children - Oct 3 & 4 - TimesUnion
Sep 25, 2015
JM&A Group is a proud sponsor of the event, which benefits Camp Boggy Creek.
JM Family Raises Nearly Half a Million for United Way – and Has Fun Doing It
Sep 24, 2015
Financially supporting the United Way of Broward County has been important to JM Family Enterprises for many years, and making its associates aware of the vital work the organization does in the community is equally significant to the automotive company. That is why JM Family associates get creative during its annual fundraising campaign, which blends these efforts by truly putting the fun in fundraising.
No Slowing Down the Auto Sales Boom - Detroit Free Press
Aug 3, 2015
The perfect potion of easy credit, falling gas prices and pent up demand keeps showroom traffic flowing steadily.
Crossovers, trucks drive gains in July - Automotive News
Aug 3, 2015
Nissan Motor Co., Honda Motor Co., General Motors, Fiat Chrysler and Ford all posted healthy U.S. sales gains for July, setting the stage for the industry to begin the second half of the year on a strong note.
JM Family Enterprises earns top spot on South Florida Private Companies List - South Florida Business Journal
Jul 20, 2015
If the general measure of success at any car dealership is the number of vehicles that roll off the lot, JM Family Enterprises sets the standard.
Trucks drive sales up 3.9% in June - Automotive News
Jul 2, 2015
U.S. light-vehicle sales, fueled by strong truck volume at Nissan, Fiat Chrysler, Honda and Toyota, rose 3.9 percent last month as the industry continued to climb toward one of its biggest sales years ever.
Echopark Stores' iPad Strategy Reaps F&I Results - Automotive News
Jun 8, 2015
DENVER - Sonic Automotive Inc.'s three new used- vehicle stores, which rely on iPads to arrange financing and to sell F&I products, are getting strong results. The three stores together average nearly $1,000 in per-vehicle F&I revenue, said Jeff Matthews, executive general manager of the EchoPark operation.
JM Family Enterprises Ranks No. 34 on FORTUNE’s 100 Best Companies to Work For List
Feb 13, 2015
JM&A Group is a division of JM Family Enterprises, Inc., a diversified automotive company that has been ranked No. 34 on Fortune’s list of 100 Best Companies to Work For®, named for its 17th consecutive year. The ranking recognizes companies that have exceptional workplace cultures.
Kia, JM&A Renew Agreement
Feb 20, 2014
Kia has renewed its agreement with JM&A as the F&I product provider for its dealers.
JM&A: Pursue compliance, consistency for the sake of consumers-and the CFPB
Feb 12, 2014
President Forrest Heathcott discusses compliance and consistency. JM&A mentioned.
JM Family Enterprises Ranks No. 37 on FORTUNE's "100 Best Companies to Work For" List
Jan 16, 2014
Diversified automotive company JM Family Enterprises, Inc., has been ranked No. 37 on FORTUNE magazine's 2014 list of the "100 Best Companies to Work For" in America. This is JM Family's 16th consecutive years on the list. JM&A mentioned.
New Forms Take Hold as Defense Against Discrimination Claims
Jul 31, 2013
As a result of the scrutiny from CFPB, vendors and legal advisors are introducing forms for dealers to use to document occasions when they deviate from their standard rate on a loan. JM&A mentioned.
CFPB Scrutiny Spurs Compliance Training
Jul 17, 2013
As a result of the spotlight on compliance that has been brought on by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s scrutiny of F&I practices, there has been an uptick in trainings nationwide. JM&A mentioned.
Maximizing Close Ties Between CPO, F&I Office
Jul 15, 2013
For Kia Motors America, certified pre-owned vehicle sales and financing are highly codependent. Kia partners with JM&A to train and implement products, menus and word tracks for F&I.
Kia Says Free Maintenance Won’t Hurt F&I Sales
May 22, 2013
For the first time, Kia is offering free scheduled maintenance on its 2014 Cadenza, but is not concerned it will affect the sales of extended-service contracts. JM&A mentioned.
To Catch a Customer
Apr 1, 2013
At NADA, automotive professionals expressed optimism that the industry is primed to sell one million more vehicles than in 2012. JM&A mentioned.
JM&A Group Sets Sail
Apr 1, 2013
The annual incentive trip for JM&A dealer customers is also a celebration of the company’s 35th anniversary.
JM&A Implements E-Contracting for F&I
Apr 1, 2013
As auto lenders add electronic contracting to their origination processes, JM&A has initiated similar steps with its ancillary product operations.
JM&A Chief on the Poker Chip Staffing Strategy
Feb 27, 2013
Forrest Heathcott shares his views on the F&I process and ‘hybrid’ sales staff in a dealership. JM&A,JMFE, SET mentioned.
Dealership Staffers Urged to Play Nice
Feb 5, 2013
At some dealerships, skirmishes between showroom and F&I staffers are all in a day’s work. JM&A mentioned.
Maybe the Next Franchise Shouldn’t be an Auto Brand
Feb 4, 2013
A Florida dealer has improved business by diversifying with a rental car service, which then allows for a volume of low-mileage used cars for sale in his dealership. JM&A mentioned.
People, Process, Profit
Nov 1, 2012
Head trainers from six F&I companies, including JM&A's Heather Haynes, addressed attendees at Industry Summit 2012.
Fidelity Warranty Services
Aug 9, 2012
Fidelity Warranty Services Maintains Highest Rating From Better Business Bureau
2012 and Beyond
May 1, 2012
Optimism and Energy - Forrest Heathcott, president of JM&A, describes the buzz occurring in the auto industry, giving his team a lot of energy out in the field.