Walser Recognizes Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month: Jaden Thao

October 19th, 2023 by
AAPI Jaden Thao

Every May, we come together as a nation to celebrate and honor the rich and diverse heritage of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI). It’s a time for reflection, appreciation, and recognition of the remarkable contributions, cultural treasures, and the enduring spirit of this vibrant community. This May, Walser proudly joined in on the celebration…

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Walser Auto Campus Celebrates East High 100th Anniversary Parade

October 16th, 2023 by
East High 100 Anniversary Parade

A century of history, memories, and achievements – few milestones are as significant as the 100th anniversary of an institution. Wichita East High School, a cornerstone of education in Kansas, recently celebrated its centenary year, and at the heart of the jubilant festivities was The Walser Auto Campus. The automotive group had the distinct honor…

Walser Auto Campus Proudly Sponsors the Drone Light Festival

October 12th, 2023 by

This past September, from the 21st to the 23rd, the Walser Auto Campus had the distinct pleasure of being a sponsor for the Exploration Place Drone Light Festival right here in Wichita, Kansas. It’s an event that we’re truly honored to have been a part of.     The festival was nothing short of spectacular,…

Walser Recognizes Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month: Ying Vue

October 12th, 2023 by
Walser Recognizes Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders Heritage Month

May marks the recognition of Asian American & Pacific Islander (AAPI) heritage in the U.S. AAPI Month highlights the contributions and influence of the AAPI community in history, culture, art, science, and more. For this month, we produced multiple employee spotlights and hosted various events sponsored by our newest Employee Resource Group, the Asian Hmong…

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Like Father, Like Son

June 17th, 2022 by

Jordan and Matt Carroll, outside Walser Polar Mazda   It isn’t hard to see how Walser Polar Mazda Service Manager Matt Carroll found his way into the automotive industry. It’s in his blood. His grandfather owned a service repair shop in North St. Paul. Matt’s father also tinkered on cars now and again, but it…

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Hmong in America: Walser Employee Shares His Embrace on Dual Identity, Culture

May 13th, 2022 by

  May is Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. It’s a time to recognize the historical and cultural contributions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.  For Song Vang, a PDR Technician at Walser Reconditioning Center, recognizing his Hmong history, culture, and traditions have always been a way of life. “In our culture, as the…

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Prayer Room Part of the Blueprints at New Walser Toyota Facility

April 22nd, 2022 by

Walser Toyota Customer Specialist Farhan Ahmed provided insight and suggestions for Walser Toyota’s interfaith prayer room   Walser Automotive Group is thinking on a spiritual level when it comes to the construction of its newest dealership. Walser Toyota’s new facility will open in 2023. Penciled into the blueprints of the 121,000 square foot floorplan are…

Employee Spotlight: Fasting, Faith are Key Tenants of Ramadan Holiday

April 15th, 2022 by

Walser employees Hassan Ghandour and his sister Dania El Ghandour pose for a photo outside Walser Nissan Wayzata   Hours before General Manager Hassan Ghandour is opening the doors to Walser Nissan Wayzata, the dealership he operates, he’s starting his day on a spiritual level.  Ghandour is currently observing Ramadan, the month-long religious holiday of…

Employee Spotlight: ‘We Just Want the War to Stop’

March 18th, 2022 by

Dennis Bilenko Staff Accountant, Walser Hyundai   In the weeks since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the war has unleashed an unbelievable humanitarian toll, a full-fledged refugee crisis, and claimed thousands of lives. Most Americans have been left to watch updates of the devastating destruction from afar. But for two Walser employees, the war in…

Walser Employee Turns Passion for Fashion Into Side Biz

February 28th, 2022 by

Tyrone Chandler operates his own side business called StHats   With over 23 years of automotive industry experience, Tyrone Chandler is using his side business to flex a new muscle in creativity. Chandler, a Parts Counterperson at Bloomington Chrysler Jeep Dodge, is also an avid designer, customizing hats, bracelets, and even Crocs charms. His business…

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