AutoNation COO Mike Maroone to Retire, Jackson Signs 5-Year Deal

Mike Maroone, the COO and President of AutoNation will be retiring. Mike Jackson, the CEO of the organization will take on an additional role of President. Jackson also signed a five-year employment contract extension. On his retirement, Jackson said, “Mike Maroone and I have had a fifteen year partnership that has brought AutoNation tremendous success building America’s premier Automotive Retailer. I am thankful for his leadership and partnership over the years, and wish him all the best after his retirement from AutoNation.”

To show support for the organization in which he has spent so much time, Maroone said, “I have had a rewarding career as an executive at AutoNation over my 18 years with the company. I am proud to have been a key part of the leadership team responsible for the company’s operating success. I look forward to the company’s continued success in the future.”

Bill Berman has been promoted to Executive Vice President and Chief Operation Officer, effective this February. CEO Mike Jackson feels Berman has the qualifications necessary to get the job done. On Berman, Jackson said, “Bill’s vast retail experience and having served in many AutoNation capacities since 1999 makes him extremely well-suited to continue the operational excellence and peerless customer experience that AutoNation delivers. He will join a strong leadership team that is well positioned to drive AutoNation’s success well into the future.”