Mark Ficken

“A young man with more knowladge than a man with more years of experience. Working with Mark was like working with you best friend, everything was done right,and the customer was always take care of. I know as long as he stays in bussiness, there will always be someone who will care. Your friend, Walon”

“Mark is a top 1% leader, combining superb attention to detail with strong technical competency. He brings the rare ability to catalyze cross functional teams and create a sustainable culture that drives results. I would absolutely recommend Mark for any role that involves strategic vision and senior management. He is an innovator, advocate, and top performer, and I look forwards to the opportunity to continue working with him.”

“I have had the privilege of working with Mark, not so much from a business perspective, but through the church where I serve and where Mark and his family are members. Because of the nature of our relationship I am able to recommend Mark somewhat from a business perspective but more so in terms of his character. There are few individuals who are as committed to addressing the needs of the individual or group as Mark is. He has continually gone above and beyond what is expected, to help me personally and the church that we are a part of. Mark is a great leader, dedicated worker and excellent in interpersonal situations. I have enjoyed working with Mark in the past and I hope that I am able to work with him in the future.”

“Mark and I have known each other since 1990, and I've watch Mark's work ethic and integrity take him to success numerous times. Mark found the ideal place for his talents within the car business, and as a fellow car guy, he has my respect as a businessman and as a person.”

“Mark has been a consummate professional, along with his strong technical skills.”

“I have had the privilege of working with Mark for over 5+ years in three of the stores where he maximized profit in every department, and bear witness to his ability to take any store (or various Manufacturers) from zero to hero in extremely competitive markets. Mark is a very progressive, yet seasoned General Manager and Corporate Executive. Mark has most recently further impressed me (and I know a lot of dealers) as one of the absolute best I have ever met, by taking an all but dead Ford store to #1 in the zone and welcoming the challenge of adding Lincoln and Mercury to the store and the same thing is happening. He rose through the ranks of the most detailed and respected of auto groups with which he is continuing to succeed. His consistency and commitment to comprehensive cross training is unparalleled from my experience. Mark brings instant expertise and performance to every store he runs, the right way! I have incredible respect for and appreciation of Mark Ficken and will always be there for him for anything he may ever need. We share ideas and successes and I have learned a great deal from Mark. He has earned countless awards and recognition of his expertise as an Executive, General Manger.”

“Mark delivers the highest quality and value possible for his clientele. I cant find service, value or craftsmanship this good even at our luxury car dealers here in Charlotte. If you wish to have the best car buying or servicing experience on any make or model, choose Keith Hawthorne Ford.”

“I have known Mark over 15 years and have had the opportunity to witness his professional development in the automobile business. Mark is a intense and focused professional with a exceptional work and professional ethic. Absolutely "0" reservations about recommending Mark.”

“Mark is the consumate business man that is driven to success with the flexibility to rise above his comprtition in any venue,any circle,any challenge and in any market condition...the consumate buisnessman with the heart of a gladiator ...in the twelve years I have known him I have become accustomed to his success but my admiration for him was forged in how he rapidly overcame setbacks...”

“Mark has achived a great deal in a remakably short time.”

“Mark Ficken defines excellence in the automobile industry. Whenever my clients, family or friends need a car I send them to see Mark. Even though he manages a Ford store he can get just about any type of car. He even found a good friend of mine a nice Porsche. He gives every client personal attention, listens to their needs and makes the entire auto purchase a pleasant experience. Mark brings integrity, trust and honesty to the automobile business. I highly recommend Mark to anyone that wishes to make their car buying experience the very best it can be.”

“Mark is a great teacher and coach. I learned a great deal from Mark while working along side him. He does a great job of passing down his experiences to his employee to make them better going forward. I truly valued the time that I was able to work with him.”