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Tom Fennen

Tom’s strong work ethic and belief that anyone can succeed are apparent when reviewing his career path. Knowing of the success potential available in the automotive industry, Tom took an opportunity at a dealership in a parts department in 1992. In a little over 10 years, Tom had moved up the ranks to a Fixed Operations Director position overseeing more than $10 million yearly in fixed gross from service, parts, and body shop at one dealership. It was during this time that Tom discovered his passion for leadership. In 2011 Tom was promoted to a platform Fixed Operations Director overseeing $144 million in annual fixed gross profit from 23 franchise car dealerships across the Midwest and East Coast.
Tom has had the privilege to work and learn from some of the best and most progressive private and public companies in the automotive industry. Over 17 years of Tom’s career was spent with the Van Tuyl group, later to become Berkshire Hathaway Automotive. Tom’s passion for growing and developing people at all levels of business led him to become one of the founders of VISPERIO Performance.

Vic Keller

Vic’s VP role at Wynn’s Automotive marked his entry into the automotive industry and set the stage for his entrepreneurial ventures. One of the pivotal moments in his career was founding his first company, carXperience. It was during this phase that he partnered with automotive industry veterans Cecil and Larry Van Tuyl. This partnership was a crucial step in Vic’s journey, as it connected him with established figures in the industry.
Later, Vic expanded his portfolio with several ventures including founding Fixed Ops Magazine and founding ZAK Automotive. ZAK gained significant attention when it was acquired by Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. in 2015. After this acquisition, Vic continued in his role overseeing all of Fixed Operations for Berkshire Hathaway Automotive and entered into a business partnership with Warren Buffett, further solidifying his reputation in the entrepreneurial world.
Beyond the automotive sector, Vic has founded and led companies across various industries. He is the founder and CEO of KLV Capital and Experience Ventures, where he demonstrates his investment and mentorship prowess. These ventures are a testament to his belief in hard work, balance, and the attainability of an extraordinary life.
Throughout his career, Vic has demonstrated an undying passion for building and leading businesses toward operational sustainability and financial success. His eye for talent and his skill in pairing it with the right opportunities have contributed significantly to the creation of VISPERIO Performance.

Kyle Newsom

Kyle’s journey began at an early age, as he worked in the family’s blue-collar businesses. This early exposure ingrained within him a profound appreciation for the value that a hard day’s work brings. Growing up alongside business owners and leaders, he gained decades of invaluable real-world business knowledge and an understanding of what it takes to operate a successful sustainable business.
Kyle’s professional automotive career began with sweeping floors and washing cars in his family’s automotive shop. He rapidly progressed into the technician role, and his emerging leadership demeanor became evident. Coupled with an unwavering passion for inspiring and guiding individuals toward achieving remarkable feats, Kyle was actively pursued by one of the top automotive groups in the nation. He quickly ascended the ranks to proudly lead dealerships as Fixed Operations Director over multiple brands.
Reflecting on his journey, Kyle humbly remarks, “My path has been one of remarkable blessings, spanning over two decades. I am deeply honored to have learned from some of the greatest leaders in the industry, both in the private and public business sectors.” Kyle often refers back to one of his mentors who would often say, “We have to be brilliant at the basics.”

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