JOHN KOT

PRESIDENT, KOT AUTOGROUP

John Started his journey in the Automotive industry selling cars at the age of 17. John would sell during the harvest off season in Weyburn Sk. Since he was much better at automotive sales than farming he continued down that path! He started selling cars at Barber Motors, and that small town attitude has stayed with him. John had several senior management positions over the 17 years he worked in Edmonton. In 2010 he moved the family to the Okanagan. Putting everything on the table with the acquisition of his first dealership, Kelowna Hyundai in November of 2011!

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Q&A WITH JOHN

Where Are You From And How Long Have You Lived In BC?
I was born in Weyburn, Saskatchewan. I spent 18 years in Edmonton and moved to BC 7 years ago.

Who Is Your Favorite Person To Spend Time With And Why?
My wife Trina. She is my high school sweetheart and still my best friend. We just celebrated our 28th wedding anniversary.

What Is Your Favourite Activity?
I have many hobbies, and love all sports especially hockey and golf. But lately my favorite activity is spending time with my little guy, Logan, and my wife, Trina.

If You Had To Choose: Pizza, Tacos, Or Burgers?
Love pizza.

What Is The Most Embarrassing Thing That Has Happened To You?
I am a terrible speller and spellchecker and I embarrass myself daily.

What Is The Most Inspiring Thing That Has Happened To You?
To see my adult children grow up and watch them become successful in their own life experiences.

Tell Us Your Favourite Childhood Memory.
I loved being on my family farm in Weyburn, SK. especially during harvest time with my Dad, Uncle, and Grandfather.

What Are 3 Things On Your Bucket List?
Meet Wayne Gretzky and have a beer with him.

Spend a winter in Europe.

Attend the SuperBowl with my sons.

Tell Us Your Favourite Childhood Memory.
I loved being on my family farm in Weyburn, SK. especially during harvest time with my Dad, Uncle, and Grandfather.

Tell Us Something That Not Everyone May Know About You.
I have a fear of heights!

What Has Been Your Biggest Struggle Either In Work Or Life?
To find a healthy life/work balance. I’ve been a habitual workaholic for my entire life and I’m attempting to scale back.

If You Could Start All Over Again Would You Do Things The Same Or Would Things Be Different?
Life is a journey, every regret has made me better.

What Do You Always Find Yourself Saying?
I tend to call people “buds” too much LOL!

If You Could Spend One Whole Day With Anyone In The World Who Is Currently Alive, Who Would You Select?
Warren Buffet, experience is expensive.

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