Connected Podcast Episode 211: Redefining the F&I Process

Today on Connected, Greg speaks with Chris Lasko, general sales manager at BMW of Pittsburgh and winner of the Innovation Award from the 2026 Automotive Amplifiers Contest. Chris is a two-time finalist at the Automotive Amplifiers Contest and has a history both in and out of the dealership, devoting his time to innovation and problem-solving. In this conversation, he digs deeper into his winning best practice—implementing a fully remote finance department at his dealership. Chris dives into: -What factors led them to implement a remote F&I process.  -How their customer base has responded to the remote experience.  -The benefits their team has seen, both in improved metrics and process efficiency. If you're interested in hearing about a fresh way to approach F&I in the dealership, you'll definitely want to give this one a listen.  And don't forget, we're bringing the Automotive Amplifiers Contest back at Amplify 2027 in Nashville, TN! Register now to secure your spot and hear next year's finalist presentations live. And stay tuned for updates on when we open the 2027 contest. If you've got an innovative best practice, we can't wait to hear about it! Get Connected with Chris Lasko!