Brown & Brown Dealer Services

05/12/2026

Brown & Brown Dealer Services is proud to once again support One Warm Coat in their mission to help provide warm coats to children and families in need across communities nationwide.

Something as simple as a warm coat can mean comfort, dignity, and hope. By coming together and giving from the heart, we’re honored to help share warmth and kindness with those who need it most.

We’re kicking off our drive early this year to make the most of our time. Check out the BBDS coat drive website for more information and to find donation links if you’d like to join us in helping support this important cause.

Brown & Brown Dealer Services is hosting a Coats for Kids charity drive through “One Warm Coat,” a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing warm clothing to children and adults in need during those cold winter months! Poverty affects one in six children in the U.S. & Every $1 donated warms ...

04/15/2026

COLUMBIA, Ky., April 15, 2026 - Mike Neal, president of Brown & Brown Dealer Services (BBDS) and Bill Kelly, president of administration services for Brown & Brown Dealer Services are proud to announce the appointment of Todd Sands to chief revenue officer BBDS and vice president of alternative markets.

"We are extremely happy and pleased to welcome Todd to the team," says Neal. "We have known Todd for many years working with one of our current partners. We hold his work ethic and integrity in high regard and believe Todd will bring tremendous value to our teammates and customers."

"Todd operates like our other Brown & Brown teammates in that he is customer obsessed," Kelly adds. "We are looking forward to his contributions to the team."

Sands brings a high level of industry experience and knowledge to Brown & Brown, having spent the last 25 years leading and developing successful sales teams and programs and becoming an industry thought leader in participation programs.

"I'm honored to join BBDS and work alongside this talented group of industry professionals," says Sands. "I look forward to supporting the team and being a part of their continued success."

02/04/2026

NADA Show 2026 Expo is happening now! If you're in Las Vegas for the event, make your way over to the North Hall of the Convention Center and drop by our booth 7013N. Meet the BBDS team, talk about innovative solutions and stay for a demonstration of our revolutionary AI-powered experiential learning platform - SIM365. Experience the future of dealership training for yourself!

01/22/2026

On Saturday, January 10, teammates and their loved ones from Brown & Brown Dealer Services gathered in Bowling Green, Kentucky for their 7th Annual Awards Banquet to celebrate the achievements and recognize the years of dedicated service of their fellow teammates.

Please take a minute to check out the following list of award winners and honorees:

Awards
"Scott Penny" Teammate of the Year – Bill Kelly
Rising Star Award - Grant Torgerson
"Brian Smith" Spirit Award - Arizona Shaffer
"Bud Robinson" Customer Service Award - Suzie Minnick
Mentor of the Year - Mark Timperley
GSD Award - Paula Gort
Leadership Award – Bob Hunter
AVP Territory Cup Award – Gary Boyd

5 Years of Service
Michelle Moore
Rasu Salaam
James Devitt
Sammy Saad
Jennifer Osdoba-Farrell
Isabel Coleman
Theresa Parr
Requan Garrison
Howard Lawton
Daniel Belton
Raymone Alexander
Kati Sceves
Kevin O’Sullivan
David Snyder

10 Years of Service
Aaron Hay
John Hinke
Leslie Pierce
Gary Boyd
David Kelly
Gerado Alexandrew NcNeal
Daniel Thompson
Lauren Soria

15 Years of Service
Michael L Meehan
Pamela Rives

20 Years of Service
Daniel Scovil
Rebecca Lee LeBlanc

25 Years of Service
Edward Brown
Margaret Gleockler
James Sell

35 Years of Service
James J Pauzer

Congratulations, everyone!

12/31/2025

The New Year is upon us; taking a moment to reflect on what truly matters. The relationships we've built, the challenges we've overcome, and the growth we've experienced together.
Looking ahead, we're energized by new opportunities, continued learning, and the chance to make an even greater impact in 2026.
Thank you to our customers and the incredible team here at BBDS for the journey. Cheers to a year of progress, purpose, and possibilities!

12/23/2025

As the holiday season is upon us, we want to express our sincere gratitude for the opportunity to work alongside of you. We wish you a most joyous holiday season filled with meaningful time shared with family and friends ~

11/11/2025

On Veterans Day, we would like to extend our sincere thanks to all who have proudly served the United States of America. We are grateful for those who protected our freedom and the family members who support them – we thank you for your service and sacrifice.

11/06/2025

The countdown is on! RVDA Convention is next week, November 10th - 14th in beautiful Las Vegas, NV at the Paris Convention Center.
Our BBDS RV Team will be on the floor, and we're excited to connect, collaborate, and share what's next in F&I.
Visit us at Booth 207!
Whether you're looking to elevate performance in the business office, enhance training, or explore new product strategies, our team is here to support your dealership's success.
Make sure you stop by to discover what's next in F&I~ Booth 207

11/05/2025

The week of November 10th is shaping up to be an exciting and busy week at the RVDA Convention!
We are proud to share that Shawn Moran of BBDS will be leading a featured workshop on Tuesday, November 11th @ 12 -1:00 pm.
"Proper Use of AI Integration in Your Dealership's DMS & Sales Process".
This session will explore how technology can enhance dealership performance, not replace the human element, with practical insights you can bring straight back to your team.
I dropped the QR code below for all the details!

11/04/2025

It's that time of year!
Our annual Brown & Brown Dealer Services F&I School kicks off this weekend, November 8th - 10th, leading right into the RVDA convention.
This training is where conversations spark, confidence grows, and performance in the business office gets elevated. Whether you're new to F&I or looking to refine your craft, this experience sets the tone for a strong year ahead.
Scan QR code for more details -
And while you're there, stay for the RVDA Convention and visit us at Booth 207.