Sunday, January 3, 2010
On to new adventures!
(As seen in the Holm Automotive Center December 2009 eNewsletter)
Best Wishes to Mike Crough!
To say we were surprised by Mike Crough's news this week would be a huge understatement. Mike caught us all off guard by announcing that he is taking an opportunity to start his own business in Oklahoma. With mixed emotions we are preparing to say goodbye to a man that has made a huge imprint on Holm Automotive Center and the town of Abilene. We are first and foremost happy to see Mike and his wife so excited about this new opportunity. On the other hand there is an incomprehensible fear of not having him around to be our friend, mentor, and confidant.
Mike and his wife Merry have decided to purchase a convenience store and storage business in Tonkawa Oklahoma called the Quickie. They see this as a great opportunity to enrich a business with a great location by adding quality facilities and better service. While Mike has enjoyed his 26 years in the automotive industry he sees this as an opportunity and is excited to be doing something new. Tim Holm and the rest of us at Holm Auto are 100% behind Mike and wish him the best.
Saying goodbye to Mike will not be easy. His sense of humor and candor have been a welcome part of our team for the last 26 years. Mike started selling cars when he was a teenager. His dad, Jim Crough, a salesperson in Salina for many years, would trade for cars and Mike would turn around and sell them himself. So when Mike wanted to start as a full time salesperson in 1983 he was confidant enough to show Jeff Holm he could sell a vehicle that he had one sold before he was even technically hired. George Holm immediately recognized Mikes talent so it was in Abilene at the start of Holm Automotive's existence that he started his career. He has been here ever since and by our estimates Mike has sold as many as 4000 vehicles over the years.
Anyone who knows Mike understands his sense of humor. One story that has been told many times goes back many years to when the employees were first allowed to wear shorts on Saturdays during the summer. Part of the new understanding was that socks were to be more than ankle length. When Mike showed up for work that morning his socks were of course to short and so he was asked to go home and change. Although he took no offense, he still had to have fun and returned to work wearing a pair of red wool hunting socks that almost covered his knees. That is classic Crough!
Chances are that many of you reading this have been able to enjoy working with Mike. Holm Automotive is committed to making sure each all of Mike's customers get the same care he offered for so many years. Those of you wishing to see Mike before he heads to Oklahoma are invited to the dealership on December 22nd and 23rd from 2-5:30 PM for an open house.
All of the employees at Holm Automotive Center would like to express their gratitude to Mike for being a huge part of this dealership for so many years. Words can't describe how we will miss him. Over the years Mike has always been in charge of announcing each employees birthday or anniversary with the same line. So...its our turn this time, "Mike, thanks for all of your hard work and dedication!"
Best Wishes to Mike Crough!
To say we were surprised by Mike Crough's news this week would be a huge understatement. Mike caught us all off guard by announcing that he is taking an opportunity to start his own business in Oklahoma. With mixed emotions we are preparing to say goodbye to a man that has made a huge imprint on Holm Automotive Center and the town of Abilene. We are first and foremost happy to see Mike and his wife so excited about this new opportunity. On the other hand there is an incomprehensible fear of not having him around to be our friend, mentor, and confidant.
Mike and his wife Merry have decided to purchase a convenience store and storage business in Tonkawa Oklahoma called the Quickie. They see this as a great opportunity to enrich a business with a great location by adding quality facilities and better service. While Mike has enjoyed his 26 years in the automotive industry he sees this as an opportunity and is excited to be doing something new. Tim Holm and the rest of us at Holm Auto are 100% behind Mike and wish him the best.
Saying goodbye to Mike will not be easy. His sense of humor and candor have been a welcome part of our team for the last 26 years. Mike started selling cars when he was a teenager. His dad, Jim Crough, a salesperson in Salina for many years, would trade for cars and Mike would turn around and sell them himself. So when Mike wanted to start as a full time salesperson in 1983 he was confidant enough to show Jeff Holm he could sell a vehicle that he had one sold before he was even technically hired. George Holm immediately recognized Mikes talent so it was in Abilene at the start of Holm Automotive's existence that he started his career. He has been here ever since and by our estimates Mike has sold as many as 4000 vehicles over the years.
Anyone who knows Mike understands his sense of humor. One story that has been told many times goes back many years to when the employees were first allowed to wear shorts on Saturdays during the summer. Part of the new understanding was that socks were to be more than ankle length. When Mike showed up for work that morning his socks were of course to short and so he was asked to go home and change. Although he took no offense, he still had to have fun and returned to work wearing a pair of red wool hunting socks that almost covered his knees. That is classic Crough!
Chances are that many of you reading this have been able to enjoy working with Mike. Holm Automotive is committed to making sure each all of Mike's customers get the same care he offered for so many years. Those of you wishing to see Mike before he heads to Oklahoma are invited to the dealership on December 22nd and 23rd from 2-5:30 PM for an open house.
All of the employees at Holm Automotive Center would like to express their gratitude to Mike for being a huge part of this dealership for so many years. Words can't describe how we will miss him. Over the years Mike has always been in charge of announcing each employees birthday or anniversary with the same line. So...its our turn this time, "Mike, thanks for all of your hard work and dedication!"
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