Inspiring the Next Generation: Sandy Zannino on Launching 'Ready Set Auto' & Breaking the Industry Mold

About this episode

Sandy Zannino discusses her vision for the podcast 'Ready Set Auto' and the importance of automotive careers for the next generation.

In Part 2 of this fantastic conversation, host Shasta Haddock dives deeper with Sandy Zannino, Founder of Innovative Dealer Solutions. Sandy shares the passionate vision behind her upcoming podcast, Ready Set Auto, which aims to bridge the gap between middle/high school youth and the massive, untapped career paths within the automotive sector. From OEM trajectories to floor plan banking at institutions like Chase and Bank of America, Sandy is on a mission to show the next generation that automotive is far more than just selling cars. Plus, the duo shares a laugh over preparing for the upcoming Women in Automotive (WIA) conference in July—gala gowns, pajamas, and all! If you want to hear how industry veterans are giving back and paving the way for future talent, this episode is a breath of fresh air. #ImACarChick #SandyZannino #ReadySet Auto #AutomotiveCareers #WomenInAutomotive #NextGenTalent #AutoIndustryLeadership #CareerMapping

People in this episode

Host: Shasta Haddock

Guest: Sandy Zannino

Topics covered

• automotive careers
• youth engagement
• industry innovation
• women in automotive
• career paths
• podcasting

Keywords

• automotive industry
• career mapping
• next generation talent
• women in automotive
• youth careers
• Sandy Zannino
• Shasta Haddock

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Innovative Dealer Solutions, Chase, Bank of America

Books & works: Ready Set Auto

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