February 3, 2026 • 2 mins
In this episode of CEOs You Should Know, we sit down with Lisa McIntyre, Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Pittsburgh Automobile Dealers Association (GPADA), the powerhouse organization representing over 200 franchised automobile and truck dealers across Western Pennsylvania.
Lisa takes us behind the wheel of one of the region’s most influential trade associations — from championing local auto dealers and shaping industry advocacy to steering major community events like the Pittsburgh International Auto Show. With decades of experience advancing dealer success and fostering industry growth, Lisa shares her insights on leadership, navigating change in the automotive world, and how GPADA drives economic impact across the region.
We dive into how the organization supports workforce development, connects members with cutting-edge trends, and builds engagement that goes beyond the showroom. Whether you’re passionate about business leadership, regional economic development, or the future of mobility — this conversation with Lisa McIntyre is one you don’t want to miss
https://www.gpada.com/
Lisa takes us behind the wheel of one of the region’s most influential trade associations — from championing local auto dealers and shaping industry advocacy to steering major community events like the Pittsburgh International Auto Show. With decades of experience advancing dealer success and fostering industry growth, Lisa shares her insights on leadership, navigating change in the automotive world, and how GPADA drives economic impact across the region.
We dive into how the organization supports workforce development, connects members with cutting-edge trends, and builds engagement that goes beyond the showroom. Whether you’re passionate about business leadership, regional economic development, or the future of mobility — this conversation with Lisa McIntyre is one you don’t want to miss
https://www.gpada.com/
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Speaker 1 (00:05):
And welcome man. This is the CEOs You Should Know Podcast.
I'm your host, Johnny Heart. Well, let's say hello again
to Lisa McIntyre of the Greater Pittsburgh Automobile Dealers Association.
Good to see you again.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
Good to see you, Johnny.
Speaker 1 (00:16):
If you're here, that means the twenty twenty six Pittsburgh
International Auto Show's gotta be here.
Speaker 2 (00:21):
It sure is February thirteenth through.
Speaker 1 (00:23):
Sixteenth, So tell us everything we need to know.
Speaker 2 (00:25):
Sure well, once again this year, we're so happy to
have over thirty brands on display. You can see brands
from Accura, Alfa, Romeo, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia,
Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Lotus, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes, Benz, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Portia, Ram, Subru, Toyota, Volkswagen,
(00:49):
and Volvo.
Speaker 1 (00:50):
Or do other g auto shows have that many brands?
Speaker 2 (00:54):
It varies across the country. We are so blessed in
our market. We have manufactured displays, we have dealers ad
group displays, and we have individual dealers who get together
and put together displays of vehicles. So we're very proud
to have all the brands that we do.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
And what else can you tell me?
Speaker 2 (01:07):
Well, of course, you know, our show is for all ages.
We have some great kids activities. Our partners at CCAC
do a tremendous job. They have a very cool it's
a virtual welder. The Matchbok race is a price treasure chest,
sand art temporary tattoos indicating like company is giving away
a toy electric vehicle each day of the show. Kids
can also meet Captain Marvel Black, Widow, Captain America, and
(01:28):
Spider Man walking around that.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
The kids can meet, so you can really this is
really a family friendly event.
Speaker 2 (01:33):
It sure is. We also have and this might be
right up you're Alley, Johnny, the Dukes of Hazzard Vehicles
will be Yeah. Absolutely, I didn't miss an episode when
I was a kid. Fuel Required has a collection of
the vehicles and they are bringing them to the show.
We're very excited to have those six vehicles there. And
you're bringing back the pets too, you bet. That's always
(01:53):
one of our more popular attractions. Subaru is back with
dogs in their display that you can adopt.
Speaker 1 (01:58):
Okay, and what else do you have featured at this
year's auto show.
Speaker 2 (02:01):
Well, Johnny, we always have. On our first floor we
have all of our vendors, our aftermarket vendors, our vendor
selling food, cigars, all kinds of items. You know, both
floors of the convention center will be full and bustling
with activity.
Speaker 1 (02:13):
And more importantly, for ticket information. What do you recommend?
Speaker 2 (02:17):
Everything about the auto show, Johnny is at pitautoshow dot com.
It's all the information for ticketing individual vehicles and display,
information about our sponsors, decay like company and con markets,
and anything else you wants to know about the show.
Speaker 1 (02:28):
Very good, Lisa, It's always a pleasure for you for
me to come in and talk to you. It's always
good to see you and hopefully we'll see you at
the auto show.
Speaker 2 (02:35):
Wonderful to spend time with you, and I hope to
see everyone at the Pittsburgh Auto Show.
Speaker 1 (02:39):
This has been the CEOs You Should Know podcast showcasing
businesses that are driving our regional economy, part of iHeartMedia's
commitment to the communities we serve. I'm Johnny Heartwell, thank
you so much. Earlier
And welcome man. This is the CEOs You Should Know Podcast.
I'm your host, Johnny Heart. Well, let's say hello again
to Lisa McIntyre of the Greater Pittsburgh Automobile Dealers Association.
Good to see you again.
Speaker 2 (00:15):
Good to see you, Johnny.
Speaker 1 (00:16):
If you're here, that means the twenty twenty six Pittsburgh
International Auto Show's gotta be here.
Speaker 2 (00:21):
It sure is February thirteenth through.
Speaker 1 (00:23):
Sixteenth, So tell us everything we need to know.
Speaker 2 (00:25):
Sure well, once again this year, we're so happy to
have over thirty brands on display. You can see brands
from Accura, Alfa, Romeo, BMW, Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Ford, GMC, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia,
Land Rover, Lexus, Lincoln, Lotus, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes, Benz, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Portia, Ram, Subru, Toyota, Volkswagen,
(00:49):
and Volvo.
Speaker 1 (00:50):
Or do other g auto shows have that many brands?
Speaker 2 (00:54):
It varies across the country. We are so blessed in
our market. We have manufactured displays, we have dealers ad
group displays, and we have individual dealers who get together
and put together displays of vehicles. So we're very proud
to have all the brands that we do.
Speaker 1 (01:06):
And what else can you tell me?
Speaker 2 (01:07):
Well, of course, you know, our show is for all ages.
We have some great kids activities. Our partners at CCAC
do a tremendous job. They have a very cool it's
a virtual welder. The Matchbok race is a price treasure chest,
sand art temporary tattoos indicating like company is giving away
a toy electric vehicle each day of the show. Kids
can also meet Captain Marvel Black, Widow, Captain America, and
(01:28):
Spider Man walking around that.
Speaker 1 (01:29):
The kids can meet, so you can really this is
really a family friendly event.
Speaker 2 (01:33):
It sure is. We also have and this might be
right up you're Alley, Johnny, the Dukes of Hazzard Vehicles
will be Yeah. Absolutely, I didn't miss an episode when
I was a kid. Fuel Required has a collection of
the vehicles and they are bringing them to the show.
We're very excited to have those six vehicles there. And
you're bringing back the pets too, you bet. That's always
(01:53):
one of our more popular attractions. Subaru is back with
dogs in their display that you can adopt.
Speaker 1 (01:58):
Okay, and what else do you have featured at this
year's auto show.
Speaker 2 (02:01):
Well, Johnny, we always have. On our first floor we
have all of our vendors, our aftermarket vendors, our vendor
selling food, cigars, all kinds of items. You know, both
floors of the convention center will be full and bustling
with activity.
Speaker 1 (02:13):
And more importantly, for ticket information. What do you recommend?
Speaker 2 (02:17):
Everything about the auto show, Johnny is at pitautoshow dot com.
It's all the information for ticketing individual vehicles and display,
information about our sponsors, decay like company and con markets,
and anything else you wants to know about the show.
Speaker 1 (02:28):
Very good, Lisa, It's always a pleasure for you for
me to come in and talk to you. It's always
good to see you and hopefully we'll see you at
the auto show.
Speaker 2 (02:35):
Wonderful to spend time with you, and I hope to
see everyone at the Pittsburgh Auto Show.
Speaker 1 (02:39):
This has been the CEOs You Should Know podcast showcasing
businesses that are driving our regional economy, part of iHeartMedia's
commitment to the communities we serve. I'm Johnny Heartwell, thank
you so much. Earlier
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