10
April 2016
MetroVan Independent News
COMMUNITY
A business
that inspires
By MetroVan Independent News Team
On March 8, 2016, Surrey Mitsubishi
dealer principals Arash Askarian and Daniel
De Bartolo were given recognition by acting
mayor, Surrey Councilor Vera LeFranc, for
giving back to the community during its
grand opening. “The kinds of businesses
that we have in Surrey that give back to the
community over and over again, that’s the
kind of leadership that I’m really excited to
see. And I really appreciate that.”
“Thank you so much for what you do.
Business is the foundation of Surrey and
we appreciate every new business that
opens.” LeFranc added.
The grand opening was graced
by Mitsubishi Motor Sales of Canada
president and CEO Kenny Yamamoto. He
cut the ribbon and expressed his gratitude
for Askarian and De Bartolo on opening the
Surrey branch. “This is a great time to join
the Mitsubishi Motors family.” Mitsubishi
Motors reports that there were 1,547
sales in February. Lancer sedan (including
Sportback, Evolution and Ralliart models)
was the top seller with 566 sales, or over
a third of the company’s 1,547 deliveries –
a 31 per cent improvement compared to
1,184 sales a year ago.
De Bartolo thanked all the staff and
employees, “I think at the end of the
day, the good thing about being in our
position is that we’re able to help you guys
realize your dreams, your careers, your
Grand opening of Surrey Mitsubishi.
aspirations, your goals.” Then his partner,
Askarian, followed up by thanking their
wives for putting up with their long hours
spent working.
The great party ambiance with red
and white wine overflowing inside the
dealership went through the roof when
Yamamoto danced with Luisa Marshall’s
TINA. The guests were also entertained by
duo Mayo Landicho and Mike Almarines.
“The kinds of businesses that
we have in Surrey that give
back to the community over and
over again, that’s the kind of
leadership that I’m really excited
to see.”
- Vera LeFranc, Surrey Councilor
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