Press Release : July 2013

Crown Automotive Group Welcomes T.C. Staton As New General Manager

Crown Automotive Group, a national auto dealer group, on Wednesday announced that automotive retail veteran T.C. Staton has joined the group as general manager of Crown's Chattanooga and Cleveland, Tennessee dealerships. In this role, Mr. Staton will direct and manage all operations of Crown Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Chattanooga, Crown Fiat of Chattanooga and Crown Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram Cleveland.

Jim Myers, president of Crown Automotive Group said, "T.C. is an outstanding individual and we are truly excited about him becoming part of the greater Chattanooga community and ours at Crown. He will be a great asset and partner for us in Tennessee and we are proud to have him represent our dealerships. As we continue to grow, T.C. will be an important member of our leadership team."

Mr. Staton began his career in automotive retail almost 30 years ago in Nashville. He then became part owner and manager of a Dodge dealership in Franklin, TN. In his extensive experience in automotive retail, he most recently served as the chief operating and financial officer for the Lokey Automotive Group in Clearwater, Florida. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Eastern Kentucky University.

"I couldn't be more excited to join the Crown Automotive Group in Chattanooga and Cleveland," Mr. Staton said. "I am so happy to return to Tennessee after living many years away. Tennessee is home to me and it's great to be back. I look forward to serving such friendly, hard-working folks. And I'm really happy to join Crown Automotive Group. It's a first-class organization with an outstanding reputation for professionalism and customer service."

Mr. Saton is recognized in the industry for his leadership and coaching abilities. He also maintains an open-door policy for all his customers and employees. He is easily accessible to anyone, and enjoys spending time getting to know his customers.