PARTNERS

Chrysler Dealers Association

CMDA is a candidate resource business organization made up of current Stellantis dealers. Current Stellantis members can choose to join by visiting CMDA online at http://cmdassn.org/

The story of the Chrysler Dealers Association (“CMDA”) is a story about teamwork. In 1951, Rufus Dukes was the first African American person to be given an equity position in a Chrysler Franchise as a Chicago sub – dealer for Parts and Service. In 1963, Ed Davis was the first African American person to be awarded a Chrysler (Plymouth) franchise. There was only one candidate owned Chrysler dealership in the United States in 1968 and thus, the Chrysler Corporation established the first informal minority dealer training program in 1968 in an effort to meet the specific needs and ensure the success of minority owned dealers, (including Chrysler/Plymouth, Dodge and Jeep/Eagle).

At a May 31, 1980 meeting of the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers, (“NAMAD”) there were six African-American Chrysler dealers in attendance who decided to establish an organization to represent them on issues unique to Chrysler. The Chrysler Black Dealer Association was established by Jesse J. Jones of Detroit, Michigan was the founder of the organization.

In 1986, the Chrysler Minority Dealers Association, Inc. a national trade association representing ethnic minority owners of Chrysler dealerships was founded. CMDA addresses the specific needs of minority dealers and those aspiring to become dealers. CMDA represents owners who strive not only to strengthen and enhance their businesses and operations, but to also give back to their communities.

CMDA MEMBER BENEFITS - FINANCIAL

In an effort to increase the value proposition for current and prospective members, benefits have been modified as follows:

Training Support - ($10,000)

CMDA members may receive up to an annual $10,000 direct reimbursement for training and operational support activities, which includes 20 group activities and now Stellantis PI training expenses. (Increased from $5,000 ceiling and 50% match protocol and now includes 20 group training expenses)

CMDA Member Meeting Participation – ($7,000)

CMDA members receive an annual reimbursement of up to $3,500 for travel, lodging and meeting expenses for both the CMDA Annual Meeting and Summer Meeting. A total possible annual reimbursement of $7,000.

NADA Operational Improvement Support – ($5,000)

CMDA members are eligible to receive up to an annual $5,000 direct reimbursement for utilizing the onsite NADA Dealership Operational Improvement and Support Initiative to improve profitability and overall operational and financial processes. To be initiated in August, 2019.

NAMAD Membership Dues Payment – ($550)

CMDA members automatically receive membership in the National Association for Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD). The CMDA pays annual $550 membership dues for each CMDA Member each year.

NADA Annual Convention Registration Reimbursement – ($375 - $475)

CMDA members receive reimbursement for membership in the National Association for Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD). The CMDA pays annual membership dues for each CMDA Member.

Preferred Pricing – CMDA Membership

CMDA members receive financial and operational benefits and preferred pricing from many of our sponsors as a direct result of their CMDA and NAMAD memberships and relationships gained through CMDA and NAMAD activities.

To contact CMDA Call (248) 687-1088 or Email the Executive Director, Mitch Mitchell: emitchell@chryslerminoritydealers.org

NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF MINORITY AUTOMOBILE DEALERS (NAMAD)

NAMAD’s objective is to pursue the meaningful presence and participation of minority businesses and employees across all aspects of the automotive economic sector, including:

• Increasing the number of minority-owned dealerships in communities across America.
• Advocating workplace and supplier operations in the automotive manufacturing environment.
• Supporting minority engagement in the automotive retail sales and service sectors.

NAMAD is committed to developing strategic relationships and advocating for the advancement of business policies and practices that ensure economic parity remain a priority in all aspects of the American automotive industry.

NAMAD is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, tax-exempt organization headquartered in the Washington, D.C. area. https://www.namad.org/

RAINBOW PUSH COALITION

The Rainbow PUSH Coalition (RPC) is a multi-racial, multi-issue, progressive, international membership organization fighting for social change. RPC was formed in December 1996 by Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr. through the merging of two organizations he founded earlier, People United to Serve Humanity (PUSH, 1971) and the Rainbow Coalition (1984). With headquarters in Chicago and offices in Washington, D.C., Atlanta, Detroit, Houston, Los Angeles, New York, and Oakland, RPC works to make the American Dream a reality for all citizens and advocate for peace and justice around the world. RPC is dedicated to improving the lives of all people by serving as a voice for the voiceless.

"The Rainbow Push Coalition mission is to protect, defend, and gain civil rights by leveling the economic and educational playing fields, and to promote peace and justice around the world."