www.autotrader.com

Leader Acknowledgement Quote:

“AutoTrader.com believes in the recognition of top-performers and the continuous strive towards excellence that the 2011 CIO of the Year Awards program promotes. Congratulations to all of this year’s nominees and finalists.”

Judy Bowers, Manager, IT Communication, AutoTrader.com

Company Overview:

Through innovative merchandising products such as multiple photos and comprehensive search functionality, AutoTrader.com unites buyer and seller online - dramatically improving the way people research, locate and advertise vehicles. AutoTrader.com operates two other auto marketing brands, AutoTraderClassics.com and AutoTraderLatino.com. AutoTrader.com also owns used vehicle management software company vAuto, Kelley Blue Book (Kbb.com) and HomeNet Automotive, a leading provider of online inventory management and merchandising solutions for the automotive retail industry.  AutoTrader.com is a majority-owned subsidiary of Cox Enterprises. Providence Equity Partners is a 25 percent owner of the company and Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers is also an investor.