Pub. 62 2021-2022 Issue 2

Bird-Kultgen Ford recently celebrated their 85th anniversary. BK was established in 1936 by Jack Kultgen and Arthur Bird and is still family-owned and operated. The dealership has grown to be the largest Ford dealership in Central Texas and is a trusted fixture in the Waco community. Current President Claire Kultgen McDonald shared, “I would like to say thank you to all of the customers that have trusted us and allowed us to earn their business for over four generations. We are here to serve you. Additionally, to all of the wonderful and talented men and women that have worked on our team and been part of the Bird-Kultgen family, thank you. But we aren’t done yet. The tradition of excellence that was established has provided a strong foundation for becoming the best BirdKultgen Ford we have ever been.” Future Mark Stewart, who owns the dealership with Claire and runs the day-to-day operations as General Manager, is focused on BK’s future success. “We are evolving to simplify the car buying process and offer an easy service experience to meet the needs of our customers. We are preparing now to sell and service electric vehicles and provide more advanced mobile repairs. Providing the best service to Central Texas requires our team to be the best. We will do this by continuing to provide a great work environment, world-class training, and state-of-the-art equipment and tools. This will allow us to provide the highest levels of service to our customers,” stated Mark. Mission and Charity Our BK mission is twofold. We believe we are called to serve the transportation needs of our community, to help them get work done and make lasting memories with Bird-Kultgen Celebrates 85 Years The Grand Opening of the 1947 Franklin Location 28

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