Rob Gallik’s path from selling his first car to co-owning Tameron Automotive Group has been shaped by mentorship, opportunity and a focus on people and process. Gabe Robleto of Kerrigan Advisors sits down with Gallick to discuss his 27-year career in auto retail, his experience working with Kerrigan Advisors on the sale of his dealership, Toyota of Newnan to AutoNation, and how the transaction positions Tameron Automotive Group for its next phase of growth.
In this episode of Beyond Blue Sky – A Kerrigan Conversation, Gabe Robleto, Director at Kerrigan Advisors, sits down with Rob Gallik, Co-Owner of Birmingham, Alabama-based Tameron Automotive Group, to discuss his 27-year career in auto retail, his path to dealership ownership and the recent sale of his dealership, Toyota of Newnan to AutoNation.
Gallik reflects on how he entered the car business, the mentors who influenced his leadership style and the partnership that ultimately brought him to Tameron Automotive Group. He also shares the story behind acquiring Toyota of Newnan, why he and partner Danny Braden saw significant growth potential in the market, and how they built the dealership into one of Metro Atlanta’s most valuable Toyota stores.
The conversation also explores why 2026 was the right time to sell Toyota of Newnan, how the transaction provides capital for Tameron Automotive Group’s next phase of growth in Alabama, and what Gallik learned from the sale process. Gallik also reflects on his experience working with Kerrigan Advisors, including the level of preparation, buyer outreach and competitive process that went into marketing and ultimately selling such a significant asset. He discusses his long-term optimism about auto retail, his commitment to developing talent from within, the value of operating partners with ownership in the business and the importance of strong manufacturer relationships.
Gallik also shares the leadership lessons that have shaped his career, including the importance of seeking outside counsel, surrounding yourself with people who complement your strengths and maintaining consistency in dealership operations. His perspective ultimately comes back to a simple formula for success: people, process and great mentorship.
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