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We're fueled by a common goal: creating an iconic car-buying experience. We make car-buying fair, accessible, and joyful for all. We are committed to making progress in how we positively impact our society, now and in the future. Above all, we care about people. We are committed to putting people first, including our associates, customers, and communities. Spark positive change alongside us. Here’s your chance to leave a mark. Find the purpose, tools, and resources to go for greatness with teammates by your side. We offer benefits and resources to help you make your best life happen. Professional growth and limitless opportunities await. There's no better place to be. Our values guide everything we do: -Do the right thing -Put people first -Win together -Go for greatness CarMax revolutionized the auto industry by delivering the honest, transparent, and high-integrity car buying experience customers want and deserve. This disruptive thinking has helped us become the nation’s largest read more

EMPLOYEE PARTICIPANTS: 747

TOTAL RATINGS: 5978

CEO: William Nash

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James R. Lyski — Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President at CarMax

Executive Bio

Mr. James R. Lyski, also known as Jim, has been Chief Marketing Officer of CarMax Inc. since August 8, 2014 and has been is Executive Vice President since May 8, 2017. Mr. Lyski has held marketing leadership positions at Cigna Healthcare Inc. and FedEx Corporation. Mr. Lyski served as Senior Vice President of CarMax Inc., since May 5, 2017 until May 8, 2017. He served as Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President of The Scotts Miracle-Gro Company from April 2011 to January 17, 2014. He served as Chief Marketing Officer of The Nationwide Mutual Insurance Company. He served as Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President of Nationwide Insurance Enterprise, Inc. since October 2006. Mr. Lyski served as Chief Marketing Officer, Executive Vice President and member of Office of the Chief Executive Officer of Nationwide Financial Services, Inc. since September 13, 2006. Mr. Lyski was responsible for corporate marketing, brand management, advertising and communications for all Nationwide companies. He served as Senior Vice President of strategy & product marketing of Cigna HealthCare, Inc. Prior to Cigna, he served as Chief Operating Officer of Atabok, Inc. since May 2000. Mr. Lyski headed all functional operations and supported the Chief Executive Officer in establishing Atabok as the global brand of choice for secure communications. Mr. Lyski has more than 20 years experience in brand management, marketing strategy and enterprise analytics for national consumer and B2B brands. He is an accomplished and experienced leader in the marketing industry. With a focus on product development and innovation, he has successfully led several companies through digital transformation initiatives. He served several key marketing positions at Federal Express over a period of 11 years, of which was Vice President of US Marketing. Mr. Lyski was responsible for all advertising, global brand management, promotions, sports and customer relationship marketing of FedEx. He led many strategic and special projects including the expansion of the FedEx brand and involvement in the movie Cast Away. He is president of the Board of Trustees for the Wexner Center Foundation. He has been a Director of Ansira, Inc. since August 1, 2017. Mr. Lyski holds an MBA in Marketing and BS in Journalism and Advertising from the University of Oregon.

Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President Impact on Marketing Department's Culture

James R. Lyski holds the highest position within the Marketing department at CarMax — Chief Marketing Officer and Executive Vice President, and therefore has influence on the culture of the Marketing department.

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Executive Team Culture Ratings from CarMax Employees

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CarMax's Executive Team scores in the Top 35%
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Do you approve of the job your executive team is doing at your company?

71% Yes

Who ranks the Executive Team the highest?

Department - Design 93/100

Tenure - Less than 1 Year 87/100

Ethnicity - African American/Black 81/100

Who ranks the Executive Team the lowest?

Ethnicity - Other 34/100

Department - Admin 35/100

Ethnicity - Asian or Pacific Islander 56/100

CarMax's Executive Team at a Glance

Based on 375 ratings, CarMax's employees are satisfied with their Executive Team and give them a “B” or 70/100. On average, Women provided higher ratings for their Executive Team compared to Men. Also, the Design department thinks more highly of the Executive Team relative to the Admin department.

CarMax's Executive Team ranks in the Top 50% of other companies in Richmond, VA and Top 35% of other companies on Comparably that also have 10,000+ Employees.

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