Monthly Archives: September 2019

Pay It Forward – Stuttering Since ’02

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Meet Jared Glickfield?

Growing up as a millennial has its fair share of obstacles.? Bullying used to just be something that children had to encounter while at school.? However, due to the rise of technology, it often extends on to the world of social media.? A Montgomery County teen learned his true power when he decided to take his speech disorder into his own hands by choosing to embrace it and inspire others along the way.? Jared Glickfield was born with a stutter but he aimed to not let it get the best of him.? Dr. Tommie Robinson Jr. works with Jared on techniques to help him manage his stuttering and encouraged him to start his very own podcast.? Jared created Stuttering Since ?02 to be an inspiration to other students facing the same battle as him.? The platform gives him the privilege to share his story, give kids a positive experience, and provide a safe space on the internet that encourages others to be themselves.

Easterns Joins Fox 5 DC to Pay It Forward to Jared?

Easterns Automotive Group and Fox 5 DC joined forces to Pay It Forward to Jared because they were so touched by his incredible story.? Allison Seymour of Good Day DC invited Jared and his parents down to the studio to chat about raise awareness about his podcast.? He was surprised by Joel Bassam who presented him with some promo items to market his podcast along with a $500 gift card to Sweetwater Sound to purchase new audio equipment to record the podcast.? ?The smile on Jared?s face was priceless.? He is a great example to teens and even adults to show that when you own your truth, no one can use it against you.? If you would like to listen to his incredible podcast, please click here.

Washington Football Team chooses Easterns!

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Washington Football Team Help Out with Our Latest Video!

Everyone that owns a car knows the frustration that comes with buying one.? Car buying is no easy task and can truthfully it can be very time-consuming. Adrian Peterson, Ryan Kerrigan, and Landon Collins of the Washington Football Team came together for this fun sketch to educate people on the benefits of buying a car from Easterns Automotive Group.

Redefining Used Car Buying

Not only is Easterns one of the most prestigious and sought after dealers in the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area but they have set out to redefine what car buying looks like.? The players discuss Easterns? all-new express store on their website that allows customers to shop the inventory, estimate payments, and even fill out a credit application from the comfort of their own home.? This process eliminates time spent in the dealership and gives customers the freedom to come in to finalize their purchase and drive off with their new vehicle.? The ultimate goal is to make car buying more fun and easier on customers.? Please be sure to cheer the Washington Football Team on this NFL season! #HTTR

Easterns’ own makes Auto Remarketing’s 40 Under 40

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Joel Bassam Honored by Auto Remarketing

 

Remarketing & Used-Car Industry’s 40 Under 40

Auto Remarketing is the premier print and digital publication covering developments and trends in the used-car and auto remarketing industry.? Each year, they recognize 40 young professionals that are dominating the industry.? The 40 selected are from various auctions, dealerships, banks, automakers, remarketing organizations, financial institutions, industry vendors/partners, tech companies, and industry associations.? Surviving and thriving in the used car business is extremely tough so making it on this list is a very prestigious honor.

Congrats to our very own Joel Bassam

Joel Bassam, Director of Marketing for Easterns Automotive Group, was selected as an honoree for this year’s Remarketing & Used-Car Industry’s 40 Under 40.? Being that this is Bassam’s very first 40 Under 40 nomination, this is a huge milestone and accomplishment for not only himself but the entire Easterns brand.?? Bassam and the host of other honorees will be recognized with a very special ceremony at Used Car Week in Las Vegas, NV.? The event will be held at the Red Rock Casino Resort & Spa during the week of November 11-15th.

 

Please visit www.easterns.com to learn more about Easterns Automotive Group (Eastern Motors) and the numerous car dealership store locations throughout the Washington D.C, Maryland, and Virginia metro area.