Jacob Otwell - Andean Chevrolet Sales Manager - Bettis Musgrove Show | Season 2 Episode 8

Join hosts Spenser Bettis and Ben Musgrove as they sit down with Jacob Otwell, Sales Manager at Andean Chevrolet, for an in-depth conversation about family legacy, deep community roots, and the evolving automotive landscape in Forsyth County, Georgia.What You'll Discover:Ever wonder how a car dealership got its name from two little girls' middle names? Jacob reveals the brilliant 1940s marketing strategy behind "Andean" that helped his grandfather's new Chevrolet dealership appear first in the phone book. But that's just the beginning of this 77-year family business story.Working with your entire family every day sounds like a recipe for disaster, but Jacob explains how six family members make it work at the dealership without constant conflict. The secret might surprise you, and it's helped them expand beyond Georgia for the first time in their history.From giving away cars to teachers to supporting over 40 local organizations, Andean Chevrolet's community involvement is staggering. But which program started in 2016 has become their signature way of supporting education? And what's the connection between their dealership and that middle school named after a family member?Industry Insights You Need to Know:Jacob drops some serious knowledge about what's really happening with electric vehicles. That $7,500 federal tax credit? It's disappearing soon, and most people are making a crucial mistake about how to get an EV. Plus, find out why Jacob thinks autonomous vehicles are a terrible idea until one specific condition is met.The automotive industry has changed dramatically - Chevrolet doesn't even make cars anymore, just trucks and SUVs (and the Corvette). But why are garages getting smaller while vehicles keep getting bigger? And what does Jacob think about those viral autonomous taxi incidents?Personal Connections:Discover Jacob's incredible family connections to Forsyth County history, including the relative who helped bring Lake Lanier to life and founded multiple businesses that still exist today. As a lifelong county resident and former college baseball player, Jacob shares insights you won't hear anywhere else.Plus, get his honest take on Georgia Bulldogs football, why he thinks one particular quarterback has the "intangibles" to lead the team to success, and what it's really like balancing family business responsibilities with being a father of two young kids.Exclusive Announcement:Jacob reveals Andean Chevrolet's first-ever venture into NIL deals with a college athlete, with the big announcement coming this fall. What sport will it be? You'll have to watch to find out.Whether you're interested in family business dynamics, automotive industry trends, community involvement, or just want to hear genuine stories from longtime Forsyth County residents, this episode delivers insights and local knowledge you won't find anywhere else.Connect with Andean Chevrolet:Website: https://www.andeanchevy.com/Franklin, NC location: https://www.andeancdjr.com/Follow them on Facebook and Instagram:   / andeanchevrolet   |   / andeanchevy  Connect with Bettis Musgrove:Website: .css-j9qmi7{display:-webkit-box;display:-webkit-flex;display:-ms-flexbox;display:flex;-webkit-flex-direction:row;-ms-flex-direction:row;flex-direction:row;font-weight:700;margin-bottom:1rem;margin-top:2.8rem;width:100%;-webkit-box-pack:start;-ms-flex-pack:start;-webkit-justify-content:start;justify-content:start;padding-left:5rem;}@media only screen and (max-width: 599px){.css-j9qmi7{padding-left:0;-webkit-box-pack:center;-ms-flex-pack:center;-webkit-justify-content:center;justify-content:center;}}.css-j9qmi7 svg{fill:#27292D;}.css-j9qmi7 .eagfbvw0{-webkit-align-items:center;-webkit-box-align:center;-ms-flex-align:center;align-items:center;color:#27292D;}