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Rafi Hamid - Automotive Consulting

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Rafi Hamid provides Internet and BDC diagnostics and Solutions for major clients. These services are specifically geared towards dealer group enterprise management consisting of on and Off location, comprehensive check-ups of business presence, processes, practices, follow up with solutions and suggestions of how and where to improve. Results are fascinating. Few of the most recent clients currently in training by Rafi Hamid: Advantage Automotive Group, IL, Beechmont Auto Group Ohio., Bradshaw Dealership, Greer, SC, Classic Group, Grapevine, TX, Conklin AG, Wichita, KS, Coulter AG, Phoenix, AZ, Crowley Auto Group, CT,DCH Auto Group East, NJ,DCH Auto Group West, CA, Diamond Valley Auto Group, CA, Duncan AG, Roanoke, VA, Green Chevrolet Hummer, IL, Jackie Cooper AG, Midwest, OK, Legacy Auto Group NY.,LIAG Long Island Auto Group, NY, March Hodge AG, East & S. East, Passport Auto Group, VA, Penske Group Inskip. W. Warwick RI, Penske Group Tyson's Corner, Penske Group, LA. Ro
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Rafi Hamid - Automotive Consulting Ratings

Internet Sales Manager
Recommended: Yes
User From: 1/2010 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi Hamid is one of the best when it comes to Tools, Informaton Technology, Training & Support . I am very glad to meet him today and learned some new stuff compare to our routine old school. REDDY.S. Internet Sales Manager Classic Chevrolet,Grapevine,TX.

General Manager
Recommended: Yes
User From: 4/2009 - 4/2009

User Comments:
Rafi is is without a doubt a "people" person. When he and I first met he asked if I was upset because he read my facial expression. I said I was fine. He sat with me 1 on 1 for over 5 hours and showed me how much more there was to benefit from. I am extremely thankful to him for taking his time to show me soo much! Paul Bunyan, General Manager Universal Automart

General Manager
Recommended: Yes
User From: 12/2009 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi is very passionate about automotive internet consulting. I very much enjoyed sitting down with him and picking his brain for a couple of days. If you ever need an outside opinion on your strategy, reach out to him. He will point out a few things you may have been unaware of. Hagen Durant General Manager Classic Chevrolet


Recommended: Yes
User From: 12/2009 - Present

User Comments:
You think you know the internet until you meet Rafi! It was a very humbling yet rewarding experience packed with a lot of useful information. Definitely learned a great deal about where we are currently and where we need to be in the future. Fantastic presentation! -Joe Mitchell President & General Manager Biggers Mitsubishi


Recommended: Yes
User From: 3/2009 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi is very knowledgeable. He knew exactly what we needed to help with the growth of our business. Thanks Rafi! Rodney McKinnon Internet Sales Manager


Recommended: Yes
User From: 3/2009 - Present

User Comments:
The knowledge and experience Rafi shared can never be repaid for what it will do for us. What sets him apart is how he makes his personal experiences relate to any situation and shows how it can and will work. Thank you sir and can't wait to have you back. C. Tegus McBride Internet Lead Manager Uebelhor and Sons

E Commerce Director
Recommended: Yes
User From: 12/2009 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi, is very "today". He is up to date on how the makert is today, very hands on. Works well with everyone in the dealership! Bring great ideas that work in todays market!

BDC Manager
Recommended: Yes
User From: 1/1995 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi was very attentive to our needs. He is knowlegable of all aspects of the internet world. Helpful in every way. Angela Gustaw, BDC Manager, Legacy Motor Group

sales manager
Recommended: Yes
User From: 1/2006 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi's knowlege of internet marketing and BDC operations is second to none. His Ideas and recommendations are powerful and welcome. He takes BDC processes and molds them into an art form. I would recommend his company and especially him, if you would like your dealership to excell in e-commerce. Tim Burke Sales Manager Legacy Infiniti

Finance Manager
Recommended: Yes
User From: 2/2009 - 2/2009

User Comments:
Very professional but still very personable. His knowledge of how our industry works is very impressive.The type of guy who will make a business grow.

Internet Director
Recommended: Yes
User From: 12/2009 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi Hamid provided exciting, vital information about process and implementation that has been hands down better than anyone I have visited with.

Used Car Sales Manager
Recommended: Yes
User From: 1/2004 - 1/2009

User Comments:
I would absolutely recommend Rafi to anyone looking to take their internet business to the next level. I've known Rafi for almost six years. As a member of the Napleton Auto Group his knowledge and support has been critical to my department's sucess. Any dealer big or small who would like to make it as an " internet dealer " in the 21st would be crazy not to talk to Rafi. Out of sixty franchises I have consistenly been at the top in used car sales and gross, without a BDC. Our entire team is involved in the "Internet", and we improved 21% in 2009 over 2008 in Used Car sales!!!!!!! Thanks Rafi

GM
Recommended: Yes
User From: 1/2009 - 1/2009

User Comments:
Rafi is a fire ball. His passion is contagious. I cannot wait until we get deeper into the trainings! thanks again for the added value dale!! This guy is clear and precise. Thumbs up!!

Dealer
Recommended: Yes
User From: 9/2009 - 1/2009

User Comments:
Rafi did a great job of relating to our situation. He easily found areas that we can immediately improve on. He would be an asset to any dealership that needs their internet to grow. Roy Greenblatt, President, Matt Blatt Dealerships

coo
Recommended: Yes
User From: 9/2009 - 1/2009

User Comments:
rafi is a great speaker and keeps our groups interest for hours on end. he has first hand experience and knowledge of everything he talks about. he has brought tremendous value to our internet depts

VP
Recommended: Yes
User From: 1/2009 - 9/2009

User Comments:
I've been in the automobilie business for the last 27 years and I've been a co-owner for a large Ford Lincoln Mercury Mazda dealership for the last 14 years. I've always felt that we were on the cutting edge in all aspects of the dealership. We've had a full-blown BDC center for the last 6 years. After being in 2 seminars with Rafi, it was amazing on the insight that he gave us about our business. I haven't been this inspired to make changes in several years. Simply he is the best. Bill Kassner Chapman Autogroup VP

Internet and Marketing
Recommended: Yes
User From: 1/2009 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi is very knowledgeable and offers a great value add to V-Auto's products and services. I would recommend him to other dealers as a great resource to evaluate Internet processes, website presence and results management. Cathy Nuccio Internet and Marketing Director Matt Blatt Dealerships

Director Fixed Ops
Recommended: Yes
User From: 9/2009 - 1/2009

User Comments:
I have been in Fixed Operations for over 40 years now. The information Rafi shared yesterday provided priceless insight on how to more efficiently and effectively manage our internet marketing. Jim Hartman Director Fixed Operations Chapman Auto Group

cfo
Recommended: Yes
User From: 1/2009 - 1/2009

User Comments:
rafi's approach to e commerce is enlightning and very informative. he has redirected our focus as an organization on what is critical to our success.

VP Sales & Marketing
Recommended: Yes
User From: 7/2009 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi has given us a blueprint for internet success that is easy to understand and follow. He was able to identify our areas of opportunity quickly and more importantly show us exactly what we need to do.

General Manager
Recommended: Yes
User From: 9/2009 - Present

User Comments:
Rafi came in to do an audit of our web sites. Needless to say we have a lot of work ahead of us. A tremendous number of things that have never occurred to us. I am sure with his help we will get these things corrected and do a better job than we are now. Mike Driver, GM, Tom Wood Volkswagen

dealer
Recommended: Yes
User From: 1/2009 - 1/2009

User Comments:
Spent the morning with Rafi. Excellent content directed specifically to our dealership. Very productive. Ed Rossi Marin Mazda-Subaru

general business manager
Recommended: Yes
User From: 8/2009 - 8/2009

User Comments:
Rafi conducted an internet marketing presentation at our store and was very helpful in demonstrating where we can make improvements in our internet sales processes and web presence. He was very knowledgable and all managers attending felt the session was very helpful. We plan to have him back again in the future as we continue to refine our processes and grow our internet business.

Internet irector
Recommended: Yes

Original Comment:
Rafi was very knowledgeable and passionate about Internet sales and ecommerce. His approach to internet sales is not what you normally here from other industry "experts". We are very greatful for the information he provided and we look forward to increasing our sales. Fred Alvarado, Internet Director, Rydell Automotive

Updated User Comments:
Rafi was very knowledgeable and passionate about Internet sales and ecommerce. His approach to internet sales is not what you normally here from other industry "experts". We are very greatful for the information he provided and we look forward to increasing our sales. Fred Alvarado, Internet Director, Rydell Automotive

GM
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi, you were great in your presentation. You have made us all realize there is more out there to learn about the usage of the internet. We hope we will see you again once we have taken your info and expand our internet knowledge so we can creat more ROI !! Thank you, Maggie Tadlock

GM-Comptroller
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi performed a recent audit of our dealership's internet operations and what an eye opener. We now have tools to improve our internet marketing, along with ideas to improve our business practices. Don't pass up an opportunity to have Rafi visit your store. Jim Dreisback, GM, Silveira Pontiac-Buick-GMC

Vice President
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi brings years of experience and knowledge to the table as it relates to Automotive Internet Sales. Thoroughly enjoyed his analysis of our operation. Highly recommended! Chris Irwin, VP, Irwin Automotive Group

Sales Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi came to our dealership and did a great job in reviewing our website and our process for handling internet leads. He pointed out some distinct issues that needed quick attention and pointed out things we were doing well. Rafi knows his stuff. I would highly recommend his consultation.

GM
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi will make you look at yourself. If you would like to grow then you will love Rafi. We love his expertise and energy. Jeff Gerken Souoth County BMW

President
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi Hamid presentation was extremely informative and interesting; he knows what he's talking about! As a owner, I feel our organization must move to the next level and become an "Internet Dealer" in order to survive......he makes a very compelling case! Everything he says makes so much sense; we will be a better dealer thanks to Rafi!

Inventory & Marketing Dir.
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Not only did he open my eyes to our digital weaknesses, he provided a general work plan to become a better Internet dealer. I would recommend Rafi for any dealer group for his "slicing and dicing" of your existing web prescence. Jansen Dahl, New Veh. Inventory & Marketing Director, Dahl Automotive

President
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi Hamid instilled new enthusiasm into the internet departments in all eight of our stores and introduced great new processes to make us more sales and profits. Rafi can relate to all employees young or old. Our business will be much more profitable because of him. Ken Crowley Chairman Crowley Auto Group Bristol, Plainville and West Hartford CT.

E-Commerce Director
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi brought some very useful information to us. Easy to follow - valid and concise presentation. Unfortunately has created alot of work for me ... (I'm kidding Rafi, thanks for pointing out area's that need some attention on the Spanish translation side of our site). We would invite Rafi back again and again.

Executive Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi energized our team to the opportunities that we were missing in the market area. He packed a tremendous amount of information into our meeting and challenged us to reach higher. Thanks for your help, we look forward to your next visit!!! Jimmy Snyder Merrimack Valley Saturn

VP / Owner
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi does an outstanding job of explaining the details of a great Internet Department! He is very knowledgeable and very helpful.

VP Dealership Op Support
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Extensive hand on experience both in process and managing. His recommendations make perfect sense and technology knowledge is practical mainly because he is not only a consultant, he has been a user for decades. I have no hesitation to recommend Rafi. Y.L. Man, VP, Dealership Operation Support, DCH Auto Group

sales manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi is a huge wealth of knowledge

GSM
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi is great!

Internet Director
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
I've been in this industry for 16 years Sales,FI,Internet,Service, and GM. Rafi Hamid is the real deal! If you want real solutions he is your man. Thanks Rafi TJ Lowe Mercedes Benz Oakland

Owner/GM
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
I was under the impression that I was a progressive dealer in regards to the internet until today. Now I realize that I am not. In under an hour Rafi showed myself and my staff ways to improve in the internet that will pay us thousands of dollars virtually over night. My only wish is that I had met him sooner. Thanks for the insight and I am looking forward to our next meeting. Mike Rutherford Owner/GM Nissan of Folsom Lake

Internet Sales Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
rafi gave us a great overview not only on best practices but some great simple ideas on how to immediately improve our current website. he is able to take the things we already know about our business and simplify the concepts as they apply to the internet. tony toohey vice president/general manager magnussen's auburn toyota

President
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi is knowledgable and passionate about his business. He is committed to providing a quality and meaningful service to his clients! I'm confident with his assistance,our e-commerce activities will continue to show marked improvement. Wayne Meyer, President Sunroad Automotive

IT Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi is the first internet trainer that I have worked with that actually provided us real examples on our own website for improvement and didn’t just try to sell us a new product that would “solve our problems”. If you could take just 10% of the information that he presented and utilized it, you would decrease your expenses and increase your sales while building long term presence on the internet. - - Eric Morgenstern, IT Manager for Advantage Dealer Group

VP
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi Hamid is the most knowledgeable individual on automotive internet marketing that I have ever come in contact with. My staff and I gained more knowledge in the two hour training session with Rafi than we had in any other internet training seminar we have attended combined. Rafi had no hidden agenda. He simply presented the facts as he saw them, not as he wanted us to see them in order to get us to purchase a product or service. I wish Rafi could come in ever two weeks; we would sell more cars and spend less money. - - John Fischer, VP of Advantage Dealer Group.

Sales Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi was the cornerstone to my success early in my career. His training is second to none. Understands people and shows them why training is important even to everyone. Can work with Salespeople, Sales Managers, and GMs like the best of them.

General Sales Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
We just spent the day with Rafi, and he brings a wealth of knowledge to the table, combined with a true desire to help you get better. He is willing to do whatever it takes, and has a great attitude about the car business.

General Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi came to work with us and by noon, we had more accomplished in our internet department than we had accomplished in the previous three years. I must add that during those three years we had multiple other trainers/vendors in to work with our department. Very valuable! I would recommend Rafi highly. Eric Hamm, General Manager, The Razzari Auto Centers

Dealer
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi spent numerous hours with us to real polish our internet processes. He is full of realistic ideas and spent numerous hours giving a presentation about our stores numbers. We got more then our money's worth. Jeff Green Owner Green Chevrolet Hummer Peoria Illinois

General Sales Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi Hamid is one of the best when it comes to Tools, Informaton Technology, Training & Support. This is what he has been teaching us for last 9 years and it never seems to end. I have seen so many trainers but Rafi is unique and he knows the business and technology. Thank you Rafi Joseph ( Rocky ) Striska General Manager, Advantage Chevrolet of Bolingbrook

asset mang
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
excellent presentation/to the point!

Internet Director
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi makes you remember the basics, sometimes it is nice to just go back to basics, thank you for all the help

General Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi has been very helpful in the growth of our internet department. He is clearly the most knowledgable expert in this field. He has a very simple yet effective approach to growing your internet department. I would highly recommend Rafi Hamid to any dealership that has a true understanding of where our industry is headed.

gen mgr
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
47 yrs later, in only 2 dealerships, 30 as a gm it can be hard to get excited about a new product or vendor/trainer,Rafi Hamid did just that,Wens. last, at a preview meeting (on my day off to boot).I cant wait to get going with him and make things happen. Jim Brooks

Executive VP
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Just had our first visit with Rafi Hamid...looking forward to having him come back again. His knowledge of internet/dealership operations is tremendous! Opened our eyes...

Director
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Great working with Rafi. He has been a great help to our company in our web and internet processes. Robert B. Moore Passport Auto Group

Executive Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Superior knowledge, communications skills and passion for Internet Sales. Conley Byrnes PSC Automotive Group

Operations Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi visited two or our stores to provide a candid analysis of internet operations including a review of each dealership's web site. Considering this was a courtesy visit in connection with our group signing up to utilize the vAuto software I was impressed with the homework he had done and the insights he provided.

President
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi is very passionate about Ecommerce and it definitely comes across during his training sessions. We have definitely become more knowledgeable in digital marketing because of Rafi. Everyone looks forward to Rafi's next sessions. Roger S. Penske, Jr.

President
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
we've had rafi in for one 2 day session. he has a no nonesense approach to finding ways to get make improvements and we're looking forward to his next visit. it's nice to work with someone who's actually done the job and has the results to prove it!

Vice President
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi, brings a wealth of knowledge and resources that are priceless! His ability to share this information combined with his passion for the industry and great sense of humor, makes him a true delight to have around! Thank you our time together Rafi! Ursus J Jaen VicePresident Diamond Valley Auto Group California.

Ecommerce Director
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Mr. Hamdi surprised me. I’ve spent 17 years in the business and 9 years learning the digital portion of it. Most trainers in Ecommerce tend to either tell us what we want to hear, or just tell us the same thing we’ve been hearing for 5 years. Raffi Hamdi was quite different and has the credentials to back up his talk. After spending just a few hours with Raffi I was not only more educated in my position, but also highly motivated by his knowledge of online marketing and processes that go well beyond the standards we’ve all grown use to. A great experience that I think left all of our managers in a much better position for today’s market. Robert Post Ecommerce Director Lasher Auto Group

gm
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi is by far the most well rounded expert in the internet market. the way in which his presentation was tailored to our dealer group with all of his research was invaluable. Mike Franz General Manager Lasher Auto Group

General Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi Hamid is an excellent trainer. He not only informs our team of what to do, he then jumps in and has us do it. Very hands on....very brilliant in the basics. We always gain ground when he comes to train. I would not hesitate in recommending his services to others! Mike Wicker Gen. Mgr. Joe Cooper ford

general manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi was very informative in showing my staff several opportunities pertaining to internet sales & strategies throughout the dealership in all our departments.

General Manager
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi gave us a presentation that open our eyes to a whole new way of cunducting our internet process.We are now looking at our dealership as a internet dealership rather then a dealership with a internet department.Rafi is highly recomended by our autogroup.

Regional eCommerce Dir.
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
Rafi is a high energy, motivated professional with a wealth of knowledge and experience in Internet sales. His expertise is enabling us to take our Internet operations to the next level. Highly recommended.

Marketing Director
Recommended: Yes

User Comments:
The presentation was much more than we expected. Rafi exposed some areas that we did not know we even needed to work on. Rafi is very highly recommended by our dealership.