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Relationship with my car:: I love my car.

Current Ride: Aura XR

Favorite Saturn: All of them!

About Me:: I joined Saturn in 1986 as manager of retailer selection. Since then, I have held numerous sales, marketing and retail operation positions in the organization. I have been the company's General Manager since 1999. It's my dream job.

Website:: http://saturn.com

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Full Speed Ahead

In recent days, media reports have fueled speculative rumors about the future of the Saturn brand. Let me replace those rumors with some straightforward facts. GM has invested heavily to give Saturn one of the best and freshest lineups in the industry. The strength of our new products was evident in June’s strong sales performance:

Total sales were up 9 percent from June 2007 and up 18 percent over May 2008 (adjusted for the number of selling days). The numbers are even more impressive

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Posted on July 9th, 2008 at 3:38pm — 14 Comments (Add)

Thanks, ImSaturn members!

My last post generated some great feedback. A couple people asked about adding a smaller car to our line-up – something like the Opel Corsa that GM sells in other markets around the world. Well, you probably won’t be surprised that I’m not going to reveal our future product plans today. I can say that the idea of adding a vehicle like the Corsa to the Saturn lineup illustrates the value of our partnership with the Opel brand. Anytime you see an Opel, you are looking at a potential Saturn, and… Continue

Posted on May 21st, 2008 at 10:05am — 9 Comments (Add)

My Favorite Network

First of all, let me thank all 1,300+ of you who have joined ImSaturn.com! I always knew that Saturn customers were a highly social and fiercely loyal group. It has been insightful to read your posts and comments, from the Sky lovers to those of you who miss the Ion. We’re going to do our best to address your comments and questions as you post them on the site. You’ll hear from Saturn staff, and from time to time, I’ll post my thoughts as well. (By the way, we also love the Sky and miss the Ion… Continue

Posted on May 1st, 2008 at 11:52am — 19 Comments (Add)

Hal Riney, The Man Who Captured Saturn's Spirit

In the spirit of celebrating Hal Riney’s life, I want to share our perspective on Hal’s contribution to this special brand called Saturn. Hal will go down in our history books as one of the founders of the Saturn brand. Yes, many people came together to make this car company great; UAW members… Continue

Posted on April 7th, 2008 at 12:18pm — 10 Comments (Add)

Welcome to ImSaturn.com

Welcome to the new Saturn social network! Saturn has always been about a unique customer experience, so we are very pleased to offer Saturn owners and fans this opportunity to interact with each other and with us. For those of you who know me, you know that I always enjoy chatting with you in our retailers or at events – so we’ve decided to take that experience online. On ImSaturn.com, you’ll find news about Saturn, but also get a chance to see photos and videos you haven’t seen anywhere else.… Continue

Posted on April 2nd, 2008 at 11:30am — 5 Comments (Add)

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At 9:07am on July 8th, 2008, Rob said…: Hi Jill,

With all the rumors going on about layoffs and brands being reviewed, sold or "killed off" some of us Saturn diehards are wondering what is going to happen to our favorite GM brand.

Personally, if Saturn was not around, I don't know if I'd stay with the GM family.

At 1:13am on July 8th, 2008, Sandy Prysiazny-Krassow said…: Any chance for a new "from Jill" blog? Would love to hear some great news! I had my best personal sales month ever in June, someone else had to as well! Great new product enhancements coming, want to keep the spirit! Have a great Tuesday!

At 5:43pm on June 11th, 2008, Joseph Costa said…: Jill,
I need help with a service issue!
Mr. Costa in Long Branch, NJ

At 7:32pm on May 13th, 2008, Grover Fitzgerald said…: Any chance that we can get the commercials made for the Opel/Vauxhall Antara! Those spots are the best and really do show off the vehicle at its best! The thought of a European guy speaking to an American audience sounds like a homerun, plus it highlights the Saturn/Opel connection!

At 11:42am on April 30th, 2008, Live Chatter said…: I feel honored to have met you last Thursday at GM Headquarters during Live Chat Training. It was awesome to get your perspecitve on Saturn and our philosphy, and to get a glimspe into your day.

You have inspired us to continue to "surprise and delight" our current and potential customers. We're exicited to be included in reaching the next level!

At 10:57am on April 30th, 2008, Live Chat Emily said…: Thank you so much for taking the time to meet with us during the Live Chat training last week! It was so nice to get the opportunity to hear you speak, and to get an understanding of where we're all headed and LC's role in that.

At 8:49pm on April 27th, 2008, Ionized said…: Hey Jill, It was a pleasure meeting you when you came to Saturn of South Blvd, Charlotte NC

At 9:14am on April 27th, 2008, Sadie said…: Good Morning Jill.
My name is Sarah and I was at the Live Chat training session you visited on Thursday of this week at the Ren Cen. I just wanted to say thank you for your inspring words! What a treat it was to meet you and speak with you!

At 8:27am on April 24th, 2008, Joe Pallotti said…: Hi Jill,

I don't know if this is really your member site.
I love what you have done with the company. The partnering with opel is a great idea.
I have an 03 awd I4 Vue. I do want a new 08 vue. But you don't make the 4 in AWD anymore. So I am kinda reluctent to buy a v6 awd. I love the AWD option. And can't part with that. Other companies make an AWD 4 cylinder (subaru, toyota, nissan, even ford). If GM wants to compete, they need to make a AWD 4. I would definately purchace an AWD 4 cylinder 08 vue.
GM also needs to make more vehicles available with AWD.

At 5:41pm on April 23rd, 2008, CHARLES SARNA said…: Hi Jill !!! I am a Sales Consultant at Saturn of Oak Lawn in
Illinois. I have met many people who have come into our
dealership and say to me," That's a Saturn?" " Saturn has
come a long way from what they use to be". I tell them that
they are correct . I tell all of my customers the following
phrase that I made up myself, that I truly believe should
be used in all Saturn advertising : " The best vehicles in the
world come from Saturn !!!"