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The AMG Story

We're changing the perception and enhancing the experience of automotive retail.

"After working in automotive retail and marketing since 2002, I developed a passion for helping others succeed and fell in love with the industry. I realized many forget that people at dealerships—employees, customers, and vendor partners—are human beings, not just roles or data points.

 

Dealerships often invest in leadership for sales, parts, and service, but marketing—one of the largest budget items—frequently lacks a dedicated, empowered, and well-supported leader. Too often, marketing staff are spread thin across unrelated tasks and lack proper tools and training.

In 2020, I built a platform to support dealers and vendors—educating and protecting their marketing investments. Our mission is to MOTIVATE marketers, enable COLLABORATION, and become an extension of the dealership's EXECUTION. We reduce wasted time and money, shifting focus to create a positive perception of automotive retail—where people want to work, shop, and partner with organizations in auto. The Automotive Marketing Gurus® focus on PEOPLE, PROCESS & PROFITS."

– Jonathan Thompson, CEO | Founder

Meet the Gurus

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Founder & CEO | Since 2020

Jonathan Thompson

Our team is the best in the business, and we are a catalyst to Change the Perception & Enhance the Experience of Automotive Retail.

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Executive Vice President | Since 2021

Bailey Thompson

We consistently embody our core values—Ahead, Motivated by Success, and Golden Rule—in every interaction with dealers and vendor partners, making our work meaningful and impactful.

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Vice President of Operations | Since 2020

Joe Hebert

I love working with a team that embodies its core values and strives to make a positive impact in an often negatively viewed industry.

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Operations Manager | Since 2023

Melissa Walls

I love the fast pace and the team collaboration — every day we make an impact for our dealers and each other.

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Marketing Officer | Since 2024

Travis Berridge

I love contributing to AMG's mission of improving automotive culture while driving sales and saving dealers time and money on marketing.

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Marketing Officer | Since 2024

Clark Cogan

What I love most about my role at AMG is working hand-in-hand with dealerships—becoming a part of their team to help them grow and succeed.

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Marketing Manager | Since 2025

Allie Shell

The company culture at AMG is truly incomparable. A business that fosters this both internally and externally is one that earns lasting recognition.

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Sr. Marketing Director | Since 2020

Alicia Brooks

I love building real relationships with our stores—digging into their goals, solving problems, and showing up like a true extension of their team.

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Sr. Marketing Director | Since 2023

Anthony Morales

I love working for AMG because of the family-like atmosphere that grows reliable relationships even affecting our personal lives. AMG isn't a job, it's a lifestyle.

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Marketing Director | Since 2021

Kristen Connell - Spence

As a Marketing Director at AMG, I’m passionate about leveraging creative vision and data-driven insight to accelerate dealer growth, optimize strategy, and foster strong vendor and client relationships.

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Marketing Director | Since 2026

Jodi Brandolini

As a Marketing Director at AMG, I enjoy partnering closely with our dealerships to understand their goals, develop strategies that drive growth, and serve as a true extension of their team. 

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Marketing Director | Since 2026

Elijah Surratt

As a Marketing Director at AMG, I love partnering with dealerships to solve challenges, drive growth, and serve as a trusted extension of their team.

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Marketing Director | Since 2026

David Parker

I’m passionate about building strong relationships with our dealership partners, aligning strategy with execution, and helping stores achieve measurable growth through collaboration, creative problem-solving, and data-driven marketing.

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Marketing Director | Since 2026

Rachael Miner

I love helping dealerships cut through the noise and turn marketing into something that actually moves the needle. My focus is on uncovering opportunities, challenging what’s not working, and making every marketing dollar work harder for the dealership.

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Marketing Director | Since 2026

Amy Bingham

What I love about being a Marketing Director at AMG is getting to become part of each dealership’s team—bringing strategy, accountability, and fresh ideas together to make marketing simpler, stronger, and more effective.

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Sr. Marketing Coordinator | Since 2023

Samantha Diederich

I love being a Marketing Coordinator at AMG because it lets me blend creativity and strategy to help automotive dealerships grow.

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Sr. Marketing Coordinator | Since 2024

Alex Cimmerer

AMG is set apart from others by its strong collaboration, vibrant culture, and shared dedication to helping our dealers succeed in every way possible.

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Sr. Marketing Coordinator | Since 2024

Sydnie Babb

At AMG, we treat dealerships like family—offering unmatched support, building lasting relationships, and standing by them through every challenge, opportunity, and step forward.

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Marketing Coordinator | Since 2025

Jesse Estrada

What I love about working for AMG is the collaborative and team environment. We are truly making an impact in the industry, which is refreshing. 

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Marketing Coordinator | Since 2025

Autum Thompson

What I love most about working at AMG is the collaborative culture and the opportunity to make a real impact for our dealership partners. As a Marketing Coordinator, I'm passionate about keeping projects moving, supporting our clients, and helping every marketing initiative come together seamlessly.

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Marketing Coordinator | Since 2026

Kristen Sheldon

I love working at AMG because I get to collaborate with an incredible team, support our dealer partners with strategic marketing execution, and see the real, measurable impact our work makes every day.

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Marketing Coordinator | Since 2026

Joanna Perricone

At AMG I’m passionate about supporting dealership success by collaborating with partners, managing day-to-day marketing execution, and ensuring every detail is aligned to drive results behind the scenes.

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Marketing Coordinator | Since 2026

Emely Arango

What excites me most about my role at AMG is the opportunity to work alongside dealerships as a true partner—immersing myself in their goals, supporting their vision, and helping fuel their success.

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Creative Coordinator | Since 2025

Andrea Fontanilla

At AMG, our one-of-a-kind culture shapes every piece of creative we deliver to dealerships. We design with purpose—work that’s compelling, strategic, and built to drive real results.

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Auto Marketing Mascots | Since 2020

Captain MOJO & MOJO Girl

Helping you save time and money on marketing, so you can spend more on People, Process, & Profits!

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AMG BENEFITS

At AMG, we’re not just transforming the automotive retail experience—we’re raising the bar for company culture and employee benefits, too. Explore what makes working here different.

Automotive Marketing Gurus® Team Growth & Advancement

GROWTH & ADVANCEMENT

We invest in your development with hands-on training, clear growth paths, and real opportunities to level up your career.

Automotive Marketing Gurus® Team Work-Life Balance

THE BEST WORK-LIFE BALANCE

We believe people do their best work when they have time to enjoy life outside of it.

Automotive Marketing Gurus® Team Bonus Opportunities

BONUS OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL ROLES

Every team member has a chance to earn more—because everyone contributes to our success.

Automotive Marketing Gurus® Team Competitive Health Benefits

COMPETITIVE HEALTH BENEFITS

AMG offers health coverage to support your well-being and peace of mind, keeping you and your family supported.

Automotive Marketing Gurus® Team One-of-a-Kind Business Model

ONE-OF-A-KIND BUSINESS MODEL

Join a company that’s redefining how things are done, with a people-first, forward-thinking approach.

Automotive Marketing Gurus® Team Optimized Fridays!

OPTIMIZED FRIDAYS!

Our rockstar team members like to power through the week to wrap things up early, making room for occasional shorter Fridays!

Automotive Marketing Gurus® Team Profit Sharing

PROFIT SHARING

We believe success should be shared, so when AMG grows, your paycheck can too! Ask us about our profit sharing structure.

Automotive Marketing Gurus® Team Unlimited PTO Structure

UNLIMITED PTO STRUCTURE

Take the time you need without counting days. Our unlimited PTO structure gives you time to recharge when it matters most.

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