Jay Celebrates 25 Years with Markquart

Oct 23, 2014

There is a reason why Jay has been a part of the Markquart Toyota team for 25 years. He’s friendly, personable and always willing to lend a helping hand. He also happens to be really good at selling cars, which doesn’t hurt either. This month, we give thanks to Jay as we celebrate his 25-year anniversary with Markquart Toyota.

Before Jay made his way to Markquart Toyota, he was in the radio business for 18 years. During that time, he tried everything—from DJing to program directing. It wasn’t until 1989 that Jay changed directions and came to Markquart to sell cars. He took to it like a fish to water. Within 6 months of graduating from the Toyota training program, Jay had become the top-selling salesperson of the month.

Jay has yet to slow down from when he started. In 1993 and 1994, Jay won 2nd-place nationally and 1st-place regionally, respectively, in the Product Knowledge National Walkaround Competition. And he probably would have gone on to win more if they hadn’t discontinued the competition in 1995.

When asked what his favorite part of the job has been over the 25 years he’s spent at Markquart, Jay said that he enjoys meeting new people and helping them find the car that is right for them. “There are some regulars that I have known for decades,” he said. Jay also loves the fact that Toyota is constantly evolving and “there is always something new in product.”
We appreciate everything you have done for Markquart Toyota over the years, Jay. You are a great asset to the team and we look forward to many more years with you.