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GM Troy Bullard, along with employees from LHM Chrysler Jeep Dodge
Ram Riverdale, enrich lives in their community by volunteering with
Catholic Community Services of Northern Utah and their Bridging the
Gap program.
LHM RIVERDALE DEALERSHIP HELPS BRIDGE THE GAP
CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM STORE SUPPORTS MONTHLY FOOD DELIVERIES TO CHILDREN IN NEED
Employees from Larry H. Miller Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram
Riverdale delivered meals to elementary school students from
low-income families at Roy Elementary on February 19 in
participation with Catholic Community Services of Northern
Utah’s (CCSNU) Bridging the Gap program. Bridging the Gap
partners with local school districts to provide meals to students
at low-income elementary schools to sustain them during the
weekends when children may be without food.
“There are more than 20,000 students in the Ogden and Weber
School Districts who participate in the free and reduced lunch
program during the school week,” said Randy Chappell, director,
Catholic Community Services of Northern Utah. “Unfortunately,
they don’t have access to these meals on the weekend and
that’s where Bridging the Gap steps in. We’re thrilled to have
employees from Larry H. Miller Riverdale recognize the need
and offer their support.”
The Bridging the Gap program runs throughout the year and
is currently serving 2,100 students per month in Ogden and
Weber counties. The goal is to provide four meals, plus cereal,
each week.
“When we learned of the amount of children who face hunger
in Utah everyday, we knew we had to help,” said Troy Bullard,
general manager, LHM Riverdale. “I’m a former Roy Elementary
student and having the opportunity to give back at a school
I attended makes this experience all the more rewarding. The
smiles on the kids’ faces let us know we’re truly making a
difference.”
Employees from LHM Riverdale participate monthly in the
meal deliveries at Roy Elementary. Approximately 450 to 510
children pick up food each month at the school. WS
PAUL NYGAARD HONORED WITH MARKETING AWARD
Paul Nygaard, senior vice president of marketing for Larry H. Miller Dealerships, was named a
2016 SAMY Award winner by Utah Business magazine. The Sales & Marketer of the Year (SAMY)
Award recognizes Utah’s top sales and marketing professionals, and Paul was acknowledged for
his role in overseeing brand marketing and brand image for the 55-store dealership group. Paul
was honored at an awards presentation on January 26 at the Grand America Hotel.
“Paul has led marketing strategy for Larry H. Miller Dealerships for many years, and with his team,
he has continued to innovate and ensure our group is at the forefront in the marketing space,”
said Dean Fitzpatrick, president, LHM Dealerships. “We’re proud that he is being recognized for
his stewardship of our brand and his contributions to our organization.”
Paul joined the LHM Group in 1996 as director of automotive marketing for Larry H. Miller
Dealerships. Over the last 19 years, he has served in a variety of management positions within
the group, including director of account services for LHM Advertising and general manager for
Saxton Horne Advertising. He serves on the Utah Crime Prevention Board and the University of
Utah Crimson Club Board.
Prior to joining the LHM Group, Paul held marketing positions with Coca-Cola USA and Borden
Foods. He graduated from Minnesota State University with a bachelor of arts degree and
received an MBA f