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Fort Lauderdale, -based AutoNation Promoted Coleman Edmunds as Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary
About the Company
America loves the freedom of the open road. It`s an incredible feeling that connects with those who not only drive for convenience but also for passion. It`s a passion we share here at AutoNation. It`s what has driven us to become America`s Largest Automotive Retailer. The open road is a symbolic part of our brand. It underlines our commitment to swiftly & safely move our company, our communities and our industry forward - paving the way to a peerless Customer Experience. So it`s no wonder that AutoNation has sold and serviced over 10,000,000 vehicles, since 1996. But the numbers do not stop at 10,000,000 vehicles. AutoNation is driven by over 25,000 Associates representing over 35 auto manufacturer brands at over 300 stores, in 15 states. What started as a commitment to cancer-related causes has now turned into a movement. AutoNation has donated over $35 Million to national & local charities, with a core focus on cancer research. In fact, our company has partnered with INDYCAR Series Driver Ryan Hunter-Reay and Racing for Cancer as well as the Orlando Sports Foundation to become the title sponsor of the AutoNation Cure Bowl.
About the Person
As General Counsel, Coleman Edmunds serves as chief legal advisor for the company and oversees its team of attorneys responsible for all aspects of AutoNation's legal affairs, including securities, mergers and acquisitions, commercial transactions, litigation, compliance, manufacturer relations and government relations. He also serves as corporate secretary, chief legal advisor to the Board of Directors, as well as advising the company on corporate governance matters. Coleman is also Chairman of the Employee Benefits Committee and serves on the Business Ethics Committee and Risk Review Committee. Coleman joined AutoNation in November 1996 and served in various capacities within AutoNation's Legal Department. He was appointed General Counsel in April 2017. Prior to joining AutoNation, Coleman was in private practice with the international law firm of Baker & McKenzie. Mr. Edmunds holds a bachelor's degree from the University of Virginia, a law degree from the University of Richmond and masters of law degree (taxation) from the University of Miami. Coleman currently serves, or has served, on various industry, civic and charitable boards and committees, including the National Automobile Dealers Association, Legal and Regulatory Affairs Committee and Legislative Committee, Florida Automobile Dealers Association, Legislative Committee, the Fort Lauderdale Chamber of Commerce, the Fort Lauderdale International Film Festival, and the Orange Bowl Committee.
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