Krystal Roberts: Celebrating 20 Years of Excellence in Auto Dealerships
Celebrating Krystal Roberts: A Trailblazer in the Auto Industry
Krystal Roberts is not just a name at Advantage Chevrolet of Hodgkins, Illinois; she represents a landmark achievement in the automotive industry. Recently honored with the 2025 Ally Sees Her Award, Roberts has dedicated over two decades of her life to making a significant impact not only within her dealership but throughout the automotive landscape. This prestigious accolade, presented by Ally Financial Inc. and the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers (NAMAD), is designed to recognize the extraordinary contributions of women of color in the automotive retail realm.
Krystal takes pride in her legacy as a second-generation auto dealer, following in her father's footsteps, and is known as the third female African American general manager dealer in the United States. Reflecting on her accomplishments, Roberts shared, "This award reflects more than just me. If I follow in my father's footsteps, I will be a second-generation dealer and the third female African American GM dealer in the United States. This award recognizes both my hard work and the dedication that my parents and community have for the industry."
Her journey in the auto industry is marked by notable achievements. Over the past 22 years with the Advantage Auto Group, Roberts has taken on her current leadership role for eight years. Under her guidance, Advantage Chevrolet has soared to become one of the top 10 Chevrolet dealerships in the Chicago and Northwest Indiana regions, recognized now as a