MICHAEL MANLEY

CEO, AUTONATION, FORT LAUDERDALE

AutoNation operates over 300 locations in 20 states with more than 24,000 associates. The company has sold more than 15 million vehicles and services more than 4 million vehicles annually. In 2022, AutoNation purchased CIG Financial and reformed it as the company’s vehicle financing leg. Before joining AutoNation as CEO in 2021, Manley served as head of Americas for automotive manufacturer Stellantis. AutoNation has raised more than $40 million for cancer charities since 2013, supporting vital research and services nationwide.

EDUCATION: Southbank University, London (BS), Ashridge Management College (MBA)