Name City, State Nominated by Connecticut Automotive Retailers Association David Moore Hartford, Kentucky Nominated by Kentucky Automobile Dealer Association 2026 Dealer of the Year Award stayed after hours to complete repairs — at no charge — so she could get safely back to work. “Paperwork matters, but people matter more,” Moore said. “Our advisors and techs saw someone in a tough spot and chose to do what was right. That’s who we are.” Moore credits lessons from past crises for the store’s steady hand. “In 2008, many dealers held their breath waiting for a FedEx envelope to decide their future,” he recalled. “We were spared, and it cemented a mindset: every day we earn our place by meeting goals, serving customers and taking care of our people.” Dealers are nominated by the executives of state and metro dealer associations around the country. A panel of faculty members from the Tauber Institute for Global Operations at the University of Michigan selected one finalist from each of the four NADA regions and one national Dealer of the Year. Three finalists received $5,000 for their favorite charities, and the winner received $10,000 to give to charity, donated by Ally. In its 14th year as exclusive sponsor, Ally also recognized dealer nominees and their community efforts by contributing $1,000 to each nominee’s 501(c)(3) charity of choice. Nominees were recognized on ally.com/go/tdoy, which highlights the philanthropic contributions and achievements of TIME Dealer of the Year nominees. “At TIME, our commitment to recognizing the exceptional contributions of automotive dealers remains as strong as ever,” said Jessica Sibley, CEO of TIME. “The TIME Dealer of the Year award continues to celebrate those who not only excel in their profession but also make a meaningful impact in their communities. We are thrilled to continue this legacy in partnership with Ally.” Doug Timmerman, Ally president of Dealer Financial Services, said, “Auto dealers are the backbones of their communities, providing civic support and significant business leadership. Ally is proud to recognize the unwavering commitment these TIME Dealer of the Year nominees are living every day through their volunteerism, sponsorships, and support of charitable causes. They are the epitome of community heroes, making important and positive impacts in the lives of the people they serve.” Moore was nominated for the TIME Dealer of the Year award by the Kentucky Automobile Dealer Association. Moore and his wife, Kelly, have two daughters, Kaitlyn Cunningham and Kendall Jagoe. WWW.KYADA.COM 29
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