We are truly excited to recognize Bremen Clearwater as the June 2026 Jim Ellis Client Champion. Bremen is a Sales Porter at Ford Sandy Springs and was nominated by André Thomas.
The Jim Ellis Client Champion Award has been presented monthly since 2014 to a Jim Ellis team member who goes above and beyond to deliver the Jim Ellis Promise to one of our guests. With more than 1,700 team members in the organization, only a small percentage of team members each year receive this honor.
Here is the story behind why Breman was nominated as the monthly Client Champion:
A teacher who was nominated for Teachers Keep Us Moving, a program through which Jim Ellis Ford provides complimentary vehicle maintenance for educators, was unable to attend the event at her school due to a family emergency. Living more than 50 miles from the dealership, it was not convenient for her to bring her vehicle in at another time to receive the service.
When the situation was shared with the team, Bremen immediately volunteered to help despite the request falling well outside his normal responsibilities. Although he is not directly involved in the program, he recognized the teacher's need and stepped in without hesitation.
Even though his shift did not begin until 11:00 a.m., Bremen arrived at the school at 7:30 a.m. to pick up the teacher's vehicle. He personally drove it to the Jim Ellis Ford Service Center, ensured all scheduled maintenance was completed, and returned the vehicle to the teacher by lunchtime, giving her one less thing to worry about while caring for her daughter.
By adjusting his schedule, traveling a significant distance, and taking ownership of the entire process, Bremen demonstrated exceptional initiative and a genuine commitment to helping others. His actions ensured the teacher received the support she deserved while removing a burden during an already stressful time.
Through this act of service, Bremen exemplified what it means to be a Client Champion. His compassion, reliability, and willingness to go above and beyond made a meaningful impact on both the teacher and the community we proudly serve. Bremen's actions reflect the values of Jim Ellis and demonstrate how one person's willingness to help can make a lasting difference.
Congratulations, Bremen! Thank you for making a difference when it mattered most.