Judith Schumacher-Tilton, president of Schumacher Chevrolet Auto Group, has been selected as one of the 100 Leading Women in the North American Auto Industry by Automotive News. The prestigious recognition highlights her significant contributions to the automotive sector and her leadership in the New Jersey dealership landscape.
The biennial list, published every five years since 2000, identifies female executives who hold influential positions across various automotive industry segments, including engineering, mobility, manufacturing, marketing, finance, and dealership management. Schumacher-Tilton's selection underscores her extensive experience and impact in the automotive retail sector.
Throughout her career, Schumacher-Tilton has demonstrated remarkable leadership. She currently serves as chairman of the Chevrolet LMA Board and has previously led the General Motors Women's Dealer Advisory Council and the New Jersey Coalition of Automotive Retailers. Her professional achievements extend beyond business, with significant community involvement through philanthropic efforts like the Give the Kids Hope Foundation.
Her industry recognition includes multiple prestigious awards, such as being nominated for TIME Dealer of the Year in 2012 and becoming New Jersey's first female nominee. She has also been honored by NJ Monthly as a Top Female Entrepreneur and received the Women of Influence award from the New York Business Journal.
The Automotive News recognition represents more than an individual achievement; it signals the growing importance of diversity and female leadership in the traditionally male-dominated automotive industry. Schumacher-Tilton's selection highlights the increasing opportunities for women in automotive leadership roles and serves as an inspiration for future generations of female professionals.
