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Jenna Godfrey

Age:
31
Controller
Betten Baker Chevrolet of Cadillac
Cadillac, MI

Jenna Godfrey stands as one of the best examples of dedication and leadership in the retail automotive sector. Serving as Controller at Betten Baker Chevrolet, she continues to achieve success and inspire the next generation of dealership personnel. With an impressive 11-year tenure, Godfrey has woven a vibrant dealership culture celebrating employee successes and boosting productivity across the Betten Baker Auto Group’s 23 storefronts.

Godfrey’s commitment to her team is reflected in the valuable workplace culture she has fostered. At Betten Baker Chevrolet, employees are not just colleagues; they are family. Godfrey ensures that accomplishments, big or small, are recognized and celebrated. Weekly lunches, monthly birthday festivities and regular employee spotlights each contribute to an atmosphere of appreciation and camaraderie, boosting productivity and morale.

Pioneering efficiency, Godfrey proudly claims the title of the first controller among 23 stores to complete all financial statements on time, showcasing her high level of dedication and expertise. But her impact goes beyond the dealership’s success.

Under her stewardship, Betten Baker Chevrolet has also become a beacon of community service and charity. The dealership group actively supports charitable organizations such as United Way for Southern Michigan, Oasis Family Resources, Habitat for Humanity, and the Munson Hospital Foundation. The company’s commitment to social responsibility is a testament to Godfrey’s belief in giving back to the community that supports them. Thanks to her efforts, Betten Baker Chevrolet is more than just a place of business; it is a pillar of support and goodwill in the community it serves.