When I see what Bert has accomplished and what his family has accomplished, it’s a model for my family. And frankly, a role model for me. At Ford, we talk about having three objectives. We want to have great products, build a strong business, and build a better world. That’s what you have done, and again, it’s a model for us! Your Galpinized vehicles, the success of your business, and what you’ve done for your community…it’s really unprecedented! In so many ways, what we set out at Ford to do is exactly what you’ve done. Bert, you’re a great model and a great inspiration for all of us at Ford Motor Company and especially my family
1991
When Russian farmers fear for the lives of citizens around Moscow due to crop shortages, Bert and Jane Boeckmann arrange for a delivery of 57,000 pounds of seeds to Moscow farmers. The Boeckmanns go to Moscow to oversee the delivery and distribution.
1993
Jane Boeckmann is honored by the San Fernando Valley Business and Professional Association with the Free Enterprise Award as “an outstanding businesswoman, wife and mother, a true patriot, and one who exemplifies a dedication to the best interests of the free enterprise system.”
1995
Bert is honored by the Horatio Alger Association of Distinguished Americans for his outstanding success achieved through hard work, upstanding business ethics and worldwide philanthropy. Bert is the first auto dealer to receive this award, joining four presidents, six presidential hopefuls, and a veritable Who’s Who of American history from every major field of endeavor.
1995
Boeckmann opens Galpin Jaguar with a spectacular British-themed gala. Galpin Jaguar has become #1 in the world in sales volume and a leader in service and customer satisfaction. Jaguar president Mike Dale selects Galpin Jaguar for the world premier of the XK8; Jay Leno is on hand to take delivery of the very first XK8.
1997
Bert receives the Ellis Island Medal of Honor, presented by the National Ethnic Coalition of Organizations Foundation.
1997
Boeckmann opens Saturn of Santa Clarita.
1998
Galpin Mazda opens, quickly becoming #1 in customer satisfaction and the fastest growing Mazda dealership in America, and in 2016 officially became the #1 selling Mazda dealer in the United States.