AADA Convention and Expo
MCEC Melbourne | 21-22 July 2027
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AADA Convention and Expo
MCEC Melbourne | 21-22 July 2027
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Tom Castriota brings decades of hands-on experience and leadership to the keynote stage. As the owner of Castriota Chevrolet, Inc. in Florida, Tom has been deeply embedded in the automotive retail space since 1979, when he began working in his family’s dealership in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Now serving as the 2025 NADA Chairman, Castriota represents Florida’s franchised new-car dealers and has played an instrumental role on the NADA Board of Directors since 2016. His influence extends beyond dealership floors, with previous roles as Chairman of the Florida Automobile Dealers Association (FADA), where he remains an executive board member.
In this session, Tom Castriota will offer valuable insights into the trends and disruptions shaping the automotive retail sector globally, with reflections tailored for the Australian market. Drawing on his leadership roles with both NADA and various manufacturer advisory boards, Castriota will address how dealerships can navigate:
Digital transformation and how technology is streamlining operations and reshaping customer expectations.
The rise of electric and autonomous vehicles, and how these trends are influencing dealership models worldwide.
Shifting consumer behaviours, particularly how dealerships can adapt to meet the demands of modern buyers.
Beyond the automotive realm, Castriota’s remarkable service as a retired U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant Colonel and his active involvement in numerous community organisations highlight his leadership ethos. He has earned prestigious honours, including the TIME Dealer of the Year Award (2011) and Chevrolet’s Mark of Excellence awards. His passion for service extends to humanitarian efforts through foundations such as One Ball One Village and Mighty Oaks Foundation, focusing on clean water initiatives and veteran support.
Tom Castriota’s keynote will offer a rare blend of real-world dealership insights and high-level industry foresight. As the retail automotive sector faces unprecedented change, this is a vital opportunity for Australian dealers to hear directly from one of the most influential figures in the global dealer network.
With early-bird pricing available for a limited time, now is the perfect moment to secure your place at AADA 2025. Register today and gain exclusive access to this pivotal session and more.
