ADESA said Monday it has named new general managers at its Chicago, Salt Lake and Los Angeles vehicle logistics centers.

Appointed to those positions are Ted Coates (ADESA Chicago), Scott Crane (ADESA Salt Lake) and Jesse Estrada (ADESA Los Angeles).

“We’re very pleased to fill these pivotal positions with strong internal candidates who bring deep industry knowledge and connections to their new roles,” ADESA president John Hammer said in a news release.

“Having proven leaders ready to take on new challenges ensures a smooth transition for our valued customers and our hard-working employees,” Hammer said.

Coates had been GM at ADESA Los Angeles since 2018 and has been with ADESA since 2003.

Crane was GM at ADESA Reno for 12 years and has been in the auction business for 15 years, while Estrada had been assistant GM of ADESA Los Angeles since 2017 and joined ADESA in 2000.

“Ted and Scott have each thoroughly demonstrated the skill set and knowledge required to manage successful operations at our VLCs,” said Mike Caggiano, executive vice president of U.S. operations, in the release “I know they will bring energy and enthusiasm, as well as expertise, to their new locations.”

Caggiano added: “I’m excited to promote Jesse to head up our operations at ADESA Los Angeles. He knows the market, he knows the customers, and I’m confident ADESA LA will continue to thrive under his leadership.”

Alliance raises $53K for Manda Strong Foundation

Over at Alliance Auto Auctions, the company announced it raised more than $53,000 during the third quarter for the Manda Strong Foundation, which provides support to mothers who are fighting cancer and raising young children.

Tim Adams is the CEO of Alliance, which includes five auctions throughout the Abilene, Austin, Dallas, Longview and Waco markets of Texas.

“We are very excited to continue this campaign for raising money for these very worthy organizations. Each quarter, we set a very aggressive goal of $25,000 to help each charity,” Adams said in a news release.

“We really wanted the funds we raised to stay local. With the help from the staff and our local dealers, we have managed to reach and exceed our goals, particularly in the third quarter!” 

For the fourth quarter, Alliance will be supporting House of Hope Foundation in Longview, Texas and has already started raising money.