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…
In recognition of Black History Month, we took time to acknowledge and learn about the accomplishments, achievements, and prominent faces of Black history in America. We also celebrated and spotlighted several Black and African-American employees. Each week, we shared the stories of Walser employees and highlighted their perspectives, insights, experiences, and truths. In this spotlight,…
A generous donation from Walser Hyundai Brooklyn Park General Manager Erikka Tiffani Wells is changing lives for single moms in the Twin Cities. In 2022, Erikka was honored with Ally Financial’s “Ally Sees Her“award. • The award recognizes the next generation of influential minority women leaders who are also highly involved in their communities….
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…
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…
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…
Andrea Flores, Walser Staff Accountant Today is the final day of Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15). We’re closing out our month of employee spotlights with a feature on Andrea Flores, Staff Accountant at Walser Corporate. In her interview, Andrea shared more about the incredible impact her family and their…
Walser’s John Hunt is accustomed to working with people from all walks of life. As a Finance Specialist, Hunt spends his time finding the right lender for the right person, no matter the credit challenges a customer might face. It’s a job that takes a head for numbers, some finesse with the unknown, and…
We’re continuing our recognition of Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month. This week, we spoke to Walser’s Sr. Manager of Digital Sales Performance Ashley Cavazos. Cavazos, who joined Walser in 2019 and identifies as Tejano, has a long history in the automotive industry. She spoke about the path that led her to the industry, the…
Antonio Mena, Walser Toyota Walser Toyota Sr. Customer Specialist Antonio Mena isn’t shy about sharing why he loves his Hispanic heritage and the color and vibrancy it brings to the Minnesota community. September 15 – October 15 marks national Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month. Throughout the month, we’re highlighting stores of Walser employees, what…
