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Read more...Initiated in 1999, the Lifetime Achievement Awards are presented by the North Carolina Automobile Dealers Association to recognize dealer members who have displayed a lifelong commitment to the automobile industry. In short, the Lifetime Achievement Awards are presented to those who embody the true spirit of successful entrepeneurs, civic leaders and industry stalwarts.
2013
Don Price, Fayetteville
David W. Hoyle, Sr., (Retired) NC Senate
2012
Joe Alcoke, New Bern
Thomas D. “Bud” Hunter, III, Hendersonville
2011
Nelson Cole, Reidsville
Chester “Junie” Michael, Winston-Salem
Alexander “Cooper” Sykes, Durham
2010
Bruce Griffin, Jr, Monroe
Rick Hendrick, Charlotte
2009
Vann York, High Point
Deacon Jones, Goldsboro
Michael J. Leith, Raleigh
2008
Vic Flow, Winston-Salem
Fred Fowler, Winston-Salem
2007
Ralph L. Abernethy, Lincolnton
W.H. Anderson, Waynesville
James R. Nance, Albemarle
Diane M. Turner, NCADA Executive Vice-President
2006
David Brown, Greensboro
Jim Lowry, High Point
Earl Tindol, Gastonia
2005
Rooster Bush, Morganton
John Greene, Sr., Morganton
Hubert Parks, Kernersville,
Carl Ragsdale, Jacksonville
2004
Sam Johnson, Raleigh
Joe Nelson, Rocky Mount
Royce Reynolds, Greensboro
Harold Wells, Whiteville
2003
Norwood E. Bryan, Fayetteville
George Lyles, High Point
Coolidge Elkins, Durham
2002
Carey Ilderton Sr., High Point
Dick Keffer, Charlotte
Carroll Stearns, Burlington
2001
**Frank Anderson Jr., Raleigh
Don Bulluck, Rocky Mount
Bill Howard, Statesville
2000
Jerry Alphin, Fayetteville
**Ben Mynatt, Concord
Shack Shackleford, Fayetteville
1999
**John Alexander Sr., Raleigh
**Lonnie Davis, Lexington
**Joe Morgan, Sr., Durham
Dan Thomas Sr., Asheboro
**Indicates Deceased
2013 NCADA Lifetime Achievement Award Winners
Don Price
Lafayette Ford
Don Price began his career with Lafayette Ford back in 1965, after his term in the military ended. With no prior auto industry experience, Don rose to the challenge with a strong work ethic and plenty of motivation. His loyalty and perseverance paid off and in 1989 he purchased 25% of the dealership and in 1996, he proudly purchased full ownership of Lafayette Ford. In his nearly 50 years in the automobile industry Don has contributed to numerous boards including NCADA and the Ford Motor Company’s Dealers Council. Over the years Don has made an unwavering commitment to serving his community. He serves an active role in the Kiwanis Club, the local school system and the Military Affairs Council. With a focus on education and military sponsorship, Mr. Price is dedicated to improving education and the quality of life for our troops. Don and his wife of 52 years, Karen, have two children and four grandchildren.
Congratulations Don!
Senator David W. Hoyle, Sr.
Recently retired from the North Carolina Senate, David W. Hoyle, has led by example when it comes to his political service to our great state. Mr. Hoyle most recently served as Secretary of Revenue. Prior to that he served in the Senate in the North Carolina General Assembly. He also served as Chairman of the NC Senate Finance Committee and was the key sponsor of every NCADA franchise bill from 1997 to 2009. Mr. Hoyle has also been very active in the business community, serving on numerous boards as well as being the President of DWH Investments Inc. Strong commitment to his community, is an important part of David’s life. He has made significant contributions to many organizations: Gaston County Chamber of Commerce, United Way of Gaston County, Gaston County Heart Society and more.
NCADA offers its heartfelt thanks for all that Mr. Hoyle has accomplished for the state’s business community and the automobile dealers of the State of North Carolina.
