Local Kia dealership presented with high honor

HURON TWP. — Brothers Eric and Mark Halleen of Halleen Kia are being recognized by Kia America as one of only 40 dealers in the U.S. to earn a spot in the brand's prestigious President's Club. Under this dealer group, Mark oversees the Sandusky-area store, and Eric operates the North Olmstead location. Selected from the network of nearly 800 retailers, the Kia President's Club recognizes dealers who achieve the highest overall sales volume and provide outstanding customer satisfaction. This is the seventh time overall, and third consecutive year, Halleen Kia has received President's Club honors. "This award is a tremendous testament to our entire staff," Eric said. "Each team member brings passion for their job with them every day they come to work," Eric said. "While it's always our primary goal to get accolades from our customers, receiving acclaim from Kia corporate in this way is very special, especially knowing so few dealerships are chosen for the President's Club." Company higher-ups personally acknowledged the Halleens. "On behalf of the Kia family, I would like to recognize and thank (the Halleen brothers) and the staff at Halleen Kia for their commitment to exemplary sales performance and top-notch customer satisfaction," said Sean Yoon, president and CEO of Kia North America and Kia America. The 2021 Kia President's Club honorees receive dealership promotional materials and awards as well as a custom-made crystal 2021 Kia President's Club statuette. Both Halleen dealerships offer a large selection of new Kia vehicles and pre-owned cars, trucks and SUVs.