Winning Spirit Magazine March-April 2014 | Page 7

Part of the survey included a list of attributes that could describe a work environment. Respondents force-ranked the attibutes on a scale from 1 to 10. Respondents were then asked to indicate their level of satisfaction with the same attributes when specifically thinking about their experience working at their current job. The list below represents the 10 attributes in ranked order along with how the company is satisfying those attributes on a scale from 1 to 10. least satisfied most satisfied 1. Compensation 2. Work Environment 3. Leadership 4. Advancement 5. Pride in Workplace 6. Values 7. Innovation 8. Clear Vision 9. Philanthropy 10. Culture Although there are opportunities for growth and improvement, the LHM Group as a whole performs well in the areas of work relationships, personal standing, company connection and work performance. The vast majority of employees have positive relationships with their direct managers and co-workers. Most employees of the LHM Group are proud of their company and believe their work is meaningful. For questions or comments about the study, contact [email protected] RAY GUNN GENERAL MANAGER, LARRY H. MILLER MERCEDES-BENZ LINDON Ray Gunn enjoys working in the auto industry, where his career has steadily progressed for the past 36 years. Shortly after entering the field, Ray developed a quick appreciation for the art of selling that continues to this day. He also receives satisfaction in helping others achieve their own goals and personal development. In 2007, he joined the Larry H. Miller Group as a sales manager at Stockton to Malone Honda. He was later promoted to general manager of Larry H. Miller Lexus Lindon, and additionally Larry H. Miller MercedesBenz in Lindon from 2010-2012. In August 2012, Ray solely took over Mercedes-Benz of Lindon with great success. Born and raised in Utah, Ray is drawn to the recreation opportunities, changing seasons and scenic mountains the state offers. He enjoys mountain biking, barefoot water skiing, wake boarding, snow skiing, and any kind of activity that involves his son, Tristan. Ray and his wife, Donna, met while working together at Ken Garff Hyundai. The couple has been happily married for 23 years. Their son is a talented mountain biker, baseball player and wake boarder. The Gunns make their home in Draper, Utah. ALEX PETERS GENERAL MANAGER, LARRY H. MILLER HYUNDAI ALBUQUERQUE Alex Peters joined the LHM Group of Companies 25 years ago and currently serves as general manager of Larry H. Miller Hyundai in Albuquerque, New Mexico. In this capacity, he oversees all aspects of dealership operations. His responsibilities include teaching and training all managers, overseeing daily activities and ensuring maximum profitability. During his tenure with the LHM Group, Alex has worked in a variety of positions and gained a solid understanding of the automotive industry. While working as a team leader, Alex monitored sales staff on a daily basis. He later assumed the position of used car manager, where he secured and disposed of vehicles and monitored and reconditioned all trades. Prior to assuming his current role, Alex acted as general sales manager. During that time, he oversaw all aspects of variable operations, including monitoring finance & insurance and subprime, as well as sales, follow-up and training. Alex attended the University of New Mexico for three years. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf. Alex and his wife, Lillian, live in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and are the parents of two daughters.