Manheim Announces Promotions

By Staff Writer January 20, 2025

Manheim is kicking off its 80th anniversary with the promotion of a number of veteran leaders who will help drive the company into the future.

Joey Hughes, who served at the helm of the world’s largest automotive wholesale auction and Manheim’s flagship location, Manheim Pennsylvania, since 2016, has been named regional vice president for Manheim’s East Region. In this role, Hughes will call upon his steadfast leadership skills to drive operational excellence, increase profitability and help deliver the industry’s most connected client experience across more than two dozen Manheim locations.

Manheim also promoted seven additional leaders—all with exceptional skills in cultivating relationships, leading through change, driving performance and demonstrating an unwavering commitment to client success:

Emily Decker has been named general manager of the Manheim Pennsylvania Market Center, which includes Manheim Pennsylvania and Manheim Keystone.

Toni Hanshaw has been named general manager of the Manheim Orlando Market Center, which includes Manheim Orlando and Manheim Central Florida.

Butch Herdegen has been named general manager of the Manheim Atlanta Market Center, which includes Manheim Atlanta, Manheim Georgia, Manheim Birmingham, Rome Auto Auction and 4-Star Auto Auction.

Jennifer Knoke general manager of the Manheim Minnesota Market Center, which includes Manheim Minneapolis and Manheim Northstar Minnesota.

Gus Jones has been named general manager of the Manheim Arizona Market Center, which includes Manheim Phoenix and Manheim Tucson.

Dave Crockford has been named general manager of Manheim Milwaukee.

Lisa Kahoano has been named general manager of Manheim Hawaii.

“Throughout Manheim’s 80-year history, the strength of our leadership has been the driving force behind our success and that of our clients,” said Alan Lang, senior vice president, Physical Services and Auctions at Cox Automotive. “These newly promoted leaders are known for their ability to rally their teams through periods of significant change while maintaining a relentless focus on meeting our clients’ evolving needs.”

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