{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/635ee3c9deab1c0012478bc0/6784371c7ba57787eb72b46a?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Secrets of the Luxury Car World | Tom Jaconelli on Selling to the Top 1%","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/635ee3c9deab1c0012478bc0/1736717742896-b65601b6-386b-4477-9459-bebd843caa0a.jpeg?height=200","description":"<h3><strong>Episode Description</strong></h3><p>In this episode of the Ignition Podcast, Harry Phypers interviews Tom Jaconelli, Managing Director of Romans International, one of the most prestigious luxury car dealerships in the world. Tom shares his unique journey from a non-car enthusiast to becoming a pivotal force in the luxury car market. From helping his father’s business during tough times to revolutionizing its marketing and operations, Tom provides fascinating insights into working with the top 1%, making smart car investments, and running a family business.</p><p><strong>Topics Discussed</strong></p><ul><li>Tom's entry into Romans International</li><li>The evolution of the car dealership into a luxury brand</li><li>Insights into the luxury car market and 2025 investment tips</li><li>Managing personal and professional life as a family business leader</li><li>The emotional and artistic connection to cars</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Time-Stamps</strong></h3><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>01:30 Tom’s Early Life</p><p>03:00 Discovering Passion for Cars</p><p>05:30 Joining Romans International by Chance</p><p>07:45 Challenges of a Family Business</p><p>10:00 Marketing Transformation</p><p>12:30 Getting Into Buying and Selling Cars</p><p>15:00 Car Buying Trends in 2025</p><p>18:00 Advice for First-Time Buyers and Investors</p><p>21:00 What Sets Romans Apart</p><p>25:00 Tom’s Personal Favorites</p><p>28:30 Future of Romans International</p><p>31:00 Balancing Business and Family</p><p>34:00 Tom’s Personal Garage</p><p>37:00 Rapid-Fire Questions</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h3><strong>Key Takeaways</strong></h3><ul><li>Buy What You Love: Investment in cars should be passion-driven first, profit-driven second.</li><li>Marketing Matters: The importance of digital transformation in modern luxury sales.</li><li>Focus on Excellence: Romans’ success comes from curating only the best cars with premium specs.</li><li>Family Business Dynamics: Challenges and opportunities of working in a family-owned company.</li></ul><h3><strong>Links and Resources</strong></h3><ul><li><a href=\"https://www.romansinternational.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Romans International Website</a></li><li>Follow Romans International on <a href=\"https://instagram.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Instagram</a></li><li>Connect with Harry Phypers on <a href=\"https://linkedin.com\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">LinkedIn</a></li></ul>","author_name":"Harry Phypers"}