ATLANTA, June 23, 2026 – Cox Automotive announced that Mallorie Hollenbeck, a student at Northwood University in Midland, Michigan, has been named the 2026 recipient of the $10,000 National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA) Foundation Northwood University Scholarship, presented by Cox Automotive.
The annual scholarship, supported by Cox Automotive in collaboration with Manheim and NextGear Capital, recognizes outstanding students pursuing careers in the automotive industry, with a focus on leadership, academic achievement and hands-on experience.
Hollenbeck is pursuing a degree in Automotive Marketing and Management at Northwood University. She has gained professional experience with Dow Chemical and Garber Chevrolet, where she supported service Business Development Operations, while maintaining strong academic performance.
In addition to her academic and professional accomplishments, Hollenbeck has demonstrated leadership through Northwood University’s experiential learning programs. She served on the Student Run Auto Show Chevy Team in 2025 and was selected as Team Captain for 2026, reflecting her leadership skills and the respect she has earned from faculty and peers.
“At Cox Automotive, we have a front-row seat to the talent, work ethic and leadership emerging from the next generation of automotive professionals,” said Jason Jager, senior director of Industry Partnerships at Cox Automotive. “Mallorie represents the very best of that future, and we are proud to support her continued success.”
“Congratulations to Mallorie on this well-deserved honor. She embodies the drive and leadership our industry needs, and we’re thrilled to help support the next chapter of her journey,” said Jeff Martin, CEO of NIADA. “Investing in students like Mallorie is only possible because of partners like Cox Automotive. For years, their commitment to the NIADA Foundation has opened doors for emerging talent, and we’re grateful for a partnership that continues to strengthen the future of the independent dealer community.”
Support of the NIADA Foundation Northwood University Scholarship highlights Cox Automotive’s ongoing commitment to investing in the future of the automotive industry and supporting the development of emerging leaders across the dealer community.
