Bob Firkins, Owner of Firkins Automotive Group, Honored with Lecom Leadership Award

February 15th, 2023 by Robbie Clemmons

Bob Firkins, the owner of Firkins Automotive Group, was recently honored with the LECOM Leadership Award at the Bradenton Area River Regatta Gala. This award is presented annually to individuals who demonstrate exceptional leadership skills and make significant contributions to the community. Bob Firkins is certainly a deserving recipient, with his outstanding contributions to the automotive industry and his dedication to supporting local organizations and charities.

Bob Firkins has been the owner of Firkins Automotive Group for over 30 years, during which time he has established a reputation for excellence in customer service and community involvement. His dealership has become one of the most successful car dealerships in the region, with a loyal customer base and a strong commitment to giving back to the community.

The LECOM Leadership Award recognizes individuals who exemplify the qualities of leadership, vision, and commitment to the community. Bob Firkins is certainly a shining example of these qualities. He has always believed in the importance of giving back to the community, and he has been an active participant in local organizations and charities throughout his career.

Upon receiving the award, Bob Firkins expressed his gratitude and thanked the Bradenton Area River Regatta for the recognition. “I am humbled and honored to receive the LECOM Leadership Award,” he said. “I have always believed in the importance of giving back to the community, and I am grateful for the opportunity to do so. I would like to thank my family, my colleagues, and my customers for their support over the years.”

The Bradenton Area River Regatta is an annual event that celebrates the Bradenton community and its unique waterways. The gala is one of the highlights of the event, and the LECOM Leadership Award is one of the most prestigious honors presented at the gala. It is a testament to Bob Firkins’ outstanding leadership skills and his dedication to the community that he was selected as the recipient of this award.

In conclusion, the LECOM Leadership Award is a well-deserved recognition for Bob Firkins and his outstanding contributions to the automotive industry and the Bradenton community. His dealership, Firkins Automotive Group, is a shining example of a business that is committed to giving back to the community, and Bob Firkins is an outstanding leader who has made a significant impact on the local community. We congratulate him on this well-deserved honor and wish him continued success in the future.

Firkins has been in business for over 70 years and this commitment to community is a family legacy that will continue for years to come.