Bergstrom Automotive
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| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Automotive retail |
| Founded | 1982 |
| Founders | John F. Bergstrom Richard Bergstrom |
| Headquarters | Neenah, Wisconsin, U.S. |
Area served | Wisconsin |
Key people | John F. Bergstrom (Co-founder & Executive Chairman) Richard Bergstrom (Vice Chairman) |
| Website | www |
Bergstrom Automotive is an automotive dealership group headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin. The company operates over 40 dealership locations Wisconsin, representing various automotive brands.[1]
History
[edit]Bergstrom Automotive was established in 1982 in Neenah, Wisconsin, by John F. Bergstrom and his brother Richard.[2][3] The company expanded its operations through acquisitions and opened its first store, a Chevrolet outlet, in 1982.[4] By 2019, the company had grown to 30 dealerships and 35 brands.[5]
The company has also engaged in community initiatives, including collaborations with Make-A-Wish Wisconsin,[6] United Way,[7] and the Medical College of Wisconsin's "Drive for a Cure" campaign.[8]
Expansion
[edit]In February 2020, Bergstrom Automotive acquired Cliff Wall Automotive’s Subaru, Mazda, and Mitsubishi dealerships in Green Bay, Wisconsin.[9]
In August 2023, the company purchased Broadway Automotive,[10] a dealership group with operations in Green Bay and Manitowoc.[11] The acquisition included Broadway Chevrolet-Volkswagen, Broadway Ford-Hyundai-Genesis, and Broadway Manitowoc.[12]
In September 2024, Bergstrom Automotive opened a Hyundai dealership in Ashwaubenon.[13]
In December 2024, the company acquired Lexus of Madison, its fifth dealership in the Madison area.[14] As of that year, Bergstrom Automotive operated more than 40 dealerships across Wisconsin.[15][1]
Leadership
[edit]- John F. Bergstrom, Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
- Tim M. Bergstrom, President and Chief Executive Officer
- Richard A. Bergstrom: Vice Chairman
- John J. Hogerty, II: Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Secretary, and Treasurer
Recognition
[edit]- 2014: Bergstrom Automotive was listed among the top three dealership groups to work for in the United States by Automotive News.[16]
- 2019: Co-founder and executive chairman, John F. Bergstrom, was included among the Top 100 Board Members of Fortune 500 Companies by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD).[17][18]
- 2025: Bergstrom Automotive Group was ranked No. 397 on Forbes list of America's Best Midsize Employers.[19][20]
References
[edit]- ^ a b Wang, Zhen. "Neenah-based Bergstrom Automotive buys Madison Lexus dealership". The Post-Crescent.
- ^ Hanuszczak-Froberg, Sharon. "Bergstrom Automotive buys Chevy franchise in Middleton". The Post-Crescent.
- ^ Staff, BizTimes (2022-12-02). "John Bergstrom - Wisconsin 275 Most Influential Business Leaders". BizTimes - Milwaukee Business News.
- ^ Snyder, Jesse (August 1, 2011). "'Treat everyone like guests'". www.autonews.com.
- ^ "2019-ALL-STAR-DEALER-PRIVATE-JOHN-BERGSTROM - Automotive News". www.autonews.com.
- ^ Kaster, Ashley (2024-07-03). "Bergstrom drives wishes home, raising a record $355K raised for kids". WLUK.
- ^ Witwer, Nick (2024-09-03). "Bergstrom contributing $400,000+ to United Way". WFRV Local 5 - Green Bay, Appleton. Archived from the original on 2024-09-09.
- ^ Rosen, Adam (October 5, 2024). "Bergstrom Automotive raises over $40,000 for breast cancer research during 'Drive for a Cure' event". WFRV-TV.
- ^ Wallenfang, Maureen; Bollier, Jeff (February 18, 2020). "Bergstrom Automotive to buy Cliff Wall dealerships in Green Bay". Green Bay Press-Gazette.
- ^ Hearden, Maya (2023-08-23). "Bergstrom acquires Broadway". The Business News.
- ^ "Bergstrom buys Broadway Automotive". wbay.com. 2023-08-15.
- ^ Staff Writer, CBT News (2023-08-17). "Bergstrom Automotive to acquire Broadway Automotive in Wisconsin". CBT News.
- ^ Perez, Ariel. "Bergstrom Automotive opens new Hyundai dealership in Ashwaubenon". Green Bay Press-Gazette.
- ^ Kachadourian Howe, Gail (January 9, 2025). "Bergstrom Automotive buys Penske Automotive Group's Lexus of Madison". www.autonews.com.
- ^ Hearden, Maya (2024-12-30). "Bergstrom Automotive acquires Lexus of Madison". The Business News.
- ^ "Automotive News Top 150 Dealership Groups (2024) - Automotive News". www.autonews.com.
- ^ Ansari, Hibah (June 28, 2019). "John Bergstrom named one of the top 100 CEOs in the U.S. by Glassdoor". The Post-Crescent.
- ^ "Harold Jordan; John F. Bergstrom to receive honorary LU doctorate degrees". Insight on Business. 2023-05-30.
- ^ Rabkin Peachman, Rachel (February 12, 2025). "Forbes 2025 America's Best Midsize Employers". Forbes.
- ^ Reid, Claire (February 26, 2025). "Oshkosh area companies are among Forbes' best midsize employers for 2025". Forbes.