Greg York began his automotive career in 1987 following a successful stint as a bond trader at NCNB in Charlotte, NC. He worked first overseeing the Toyota franchise for this family-operated business, leading a third A graduate of Duke University and UNC’s Executive Institute, Greg quickly became involved in all aspects of the organization. He assumed the reins of the Honda dealership in 1990 and became President of the Auto Group in 2000. In 2000, he spearheaded the purchase of Buick and GMC franchises, added a Nissan dealership in 2005, and Chevrolet/Cadillac in 2008.

Greg’s leadership has ushered in two decades of prosperity and growth for the organization. Founded as a single franchise in 1971, Vann York Auto Group sales now represent 40% of the local car market and 30% of the truck market. In the last decade total sales revenues have grown from 50 million to over 125 million. Vann York Auto Group now represents ten franchises and will sell over 6,500 vehicles this year.

The financial track record of Vann York Auto Group is matched by its outstanding reputation within the community – building relationships that last, as the company mission statement affirms. Greg has helped build this reputation by serving as a faithful steward of the local community. Named to the Triad’s Top 40 Leaders by 40 in 1995,

Greg serves on the Board of Directors for High Point Bank & Trust, High Point Regional Hospital, and United Way. He has chaired the Board of Westchester Country Day School and the Boys and Girls Club of Greater High Point. Greg is an active member of the Young Presidents Organization.

Awards/Recognition

• Voted top auto dealer in Reader’s Choice Awards, High Point Enterprise in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008.
• Seven time winner of President’s Award for Honda
• Multi-year winner of Buick Select Dealer Award and Pontiac Master Dealer Award
• Winner of Nissan’s Owner’s First Award (first year of operation
• North Carolina Business of the Year in 2000
• Numerous awards for community involvement including United Way
• Man and Youth Award, Boys and Girls Club of High Point, 1995
• Margaret Kemper Bonney Volunteer Award, Westchester Country Day School