It was a night of milestones and celebration for Cochrane Toyota, as the dealership marked 15 years in business while also receiving Toyota’s prestigious President’s Award, an accolade that recognizes the top-performing dealerships across Canada.
This year, Cochrane Toyota was named #1 in the country.
“This award isn’t about sales or profit, it’s about how you treat your customers, your processes, and your staff,” said Ryan Baum, General Manager of Cochrane Toyota. “To be recognized as the top dealership in Canada is really special, and it puts Cochrane on the Toyota map.”
Adding to the celebration, the dealership also rolled out its 10,000th vehicle, marking a significant achievement in its 15-year journey.
The Baum family has deep roots in Cochrane, with 30 years of automotive business in the community. That connection, Baum says, is key to their success.
“My father always taught us that there are two pillars to business, community and people,” he said. “From parades to outhouse races, we’ve always been involved, and now I’m passing that down to my kids. It’s part of who we are.”
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Looking ahead, Baum is excited for the future, citing healthy competition among local dealerships and a return to normal operations post-pandemic.
“We’ve got more dealerships in Cochrane than ever before, and that’s great for all of us. It keeps us working harder every day to take care of our customers and continue growing,” he said.