Wilsonville, OR – LeadVenture is now the preferred provider of websites to the UBCO dealer network. As part of the agreement, LeadVenture will provide its suite of industry-leading online products and solutions. Through LeadVenture’s ARI Network Services and Dealer Spike brands, UBCO’s nationwide network will have the advantages of responsive websites with lead- generation tools and highly effective digital media marketing. Digital Marketing tools include SEO, SEM, Marketing Automation and Targeted Advertising such as Geofencing, Retargeting, and Social Media Marketing.

Born in New Zealand, UBCO was founded on the idea of a rugged all-wheel-drive utility vehicle and has since evolved into a digitally connected EV platform. A leader in electric adventure motorcycle’s, UBCO’s focus is to increase access to everyday adventure. Leveraging the benefits of modern electric drive and battery technology UBCO powers your purpose while standing up for a responsible EV future. With this partnership, LeadVenture provides UBCO dealers with online platforms and digital tools to reach a broader audience – feeding hungry adventurers in the growing communities of clean transportation and electric vehicles.

“UBCO is thrilled to announce its official partnership with LeadVenture, aimed at enhancing the representation of our products on our dealer network’s websites and other platforms,” says Josh Harper, Director of Channel Marketing at UBCO. “Our goal is to enable more people to experience the thrill of riding on 2-wheels, and UBCO’s electric AWD bikes are the perfect product for that. LeadVenture is playing a pivotal role in amplifying our message through the dealership channels.”

LeadVenture will drive the creation of dealer websites, online leads, and in-store dealership sales for UBCO and is excited to collaborate with a company leading the way in electric transportation.

“We’re excited about the partnership with UBCO to provide their dealer network with award-winning digital marketing strategies and solutions,” says Amit Chandarana, LeadVenture Sr. Vice-President and Head of OEM Partnerships. “As they lead the evolution of next-generation electric bike technology, our targeted and tailored commerce solutions will drive UBCO brand awareness and low-funnel lead generation for Dealers.”

LeadVenture provides online platforms as unique as the digitally connected EV platforms of UBCO. Look for rollout in 2023.

Wilsonville, OR – LeadVenture, the market leader of digital dealer solutions, has partnered with New Holland Construction North America, a brand of CNH Industrial, as the exclusive preferred provider of websites to its growing nationwide dealer network.

With the agreement, LeadVenture will provide various industry-leading online products and digital marketing tools. Through LeadVenture’s ARI Network Services and Dealer Spike brands, New Holland Construction dealers will be provided “New Holland Construction Branded Zone” sites. These experiences exclusively feature New Holland’s equipment eliminating competing brands. In addition, dealers will continue to have access to LeadVenture’s digital tool kit including inventory management, SEO, SEM, geofencing, retargeting, and social media marketing.

“Enhancing the online experience and capabilities for our dealers is imperative as we continue to grow the New Holland Construction brand in North America. It is also a major step in providing a seamless and consistent experience for the customer’s New Holland Construction buying journey,” states Tyler Mills, Head of New Holland Construction North America.

Through this partnership, LeadVenture provides New Holland Construction dealers with the benefit of increased brand awareness and an enhanced consumer shopping experience in the construction equipment market.

“We are excited to partner with New Holland and its dealer network. We are confident our commerce-enabling digital tools in conjunction with their innovative products will lead to a better experience for dealers and customers,” says Amit Chandarana, LeadVenture’s Senior Vice President, Head of OEM Partnerships. “It was evident from this year’s ConExpo, New Holland is creating a buzz in the industry.”

New Holland Construction will roll this program out to its North American dealers toward the end of April 2023.

LeadVenture welcomes Dealer Car Search to its market-leading portfolio of digital storefront and digital retail services. This acquisition provides a platform for LeadVenture’s growth strategy in the pre-owned auto market.

Dealer Car Search has spent more than a decade refining its proven suite of technology services to help more than 6,000 pre-owned auto dealers grow their revenue. The company’s digital storefront tools and superior customer service levels have won the Dealer Satisfaction Award for six years running. Dealer Car Search will continue to operate as a premier auto retail website and marketing provider under the umbrella of LeadVenture’s brand. Portico Capital Securities served as exclusive financial advisor to Dealer Car Search with respect to this transaction.

“We believe Dealer Car Search is the most full-featured platform with the greatest value proposition for pre-owned auto dealerships. We are thrilled to collaborate with this team of experts and innovators to accelerate our growth,” says Tim MacDonald, CEO of LeadVenture. “As the #1 provider of digital services for dealers in our core verticals, Dealer Car Search is the obvious platform to extend LeadVenture’s strategy and position into used auto.”

LeadVenture and Dealer Car Search are well-aligned in both services and strategies to help local dealers grow their businesses. Both companies are leading providers for digital storefront, retailing and marketing services in their respective vertical segments. LeadVenture’s complete digital toolkit includes lead-boosting services such as live chat and text, e-commerce and inventory management solutions, 360-degree virtual walkaround, ongoing ADA website compliance and digital marketing solutions for dealers across multiple verticals.

“It is an honor to be recognized by LeadVenture as the best of the best in the pre-owned auto retail industry, and we are excited to reach more dealers,” says Chris Wyndham, General Manager of Dealer Car Search. “We would like to thank the founder, Rick Wilson, and his wife, Stephanie Wilson, for their 14 years of dedicated service and stewardship of Dealer Car Search. We are excited to continue building the business upon the foundation they have laid. Dealer Car Search operates on the premise of continuous innovation and superior customer service. It is a pleasure to now join a company who does the same.”

LeadVenture, the award-winning provider of digital marketing solutions to dealers and equipment manufacturers, announced today that Roy W. Olivier is retiring as president and chief executive officer and will be succeeded by Tim MacDonald effective March 2020.

“It has been my honor to lead this company over the past 12 years, and I am very proud of the value we have created for our customers, employees and shareholders.” said Roy W. Olivier.  “I want to thank each of our amazing 1,100 employees for their support and ongoing commitment to helping our customers Sell More Stuff^TM.  This is the right time for me personally, and for the company, to transition to the next generation of leadership.  I am excited to hand over my role over to Tim MacDonald, who I believe will take LeadVenture to new heights.”

Tim MacDonald joins LeadVenture with more than 25 years of technology and software experience across enterprise, SMB and consumer industries. Having led the Expedia US business, as well as serving as chief product officer for SAP Concur, he brings a wealth of experience in ecommerce, digital marketing, product development, and software solutions for small and large businesses.

“I am incredibly excited to lead this amazing team and to help dealers and OEM’s grow their businesses through highly efficient marketing and innovative consumer experiences,” said Tim MacDonald. “As a powersport and marine enthusiast myself, I cannot imagine a more exciting space in which to have an impact.”