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In Focus | Mike Turner

Meet Mike Turner! Mike was born and raised in Penticton!

Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My beautiful girlfriend Gracie because she is my best friend.

What is your favourite local store in Penticton and why?
Elliot Row because they keep me looking my best at work.

Describe yourself in one word.
Dedicated.

If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
I would take off to Hawaii because it's been a while since I've been on a vacation. I need sand between my toes and palm trees above my head.

What is your favourite activity in Penticton?
During the summer would be the beach and winter would be up at Apex snowboarding.

What is the most embarrassing thing that has happened to you?
I honestly don't think I've had a truly embarrassing moment before.

What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
The most inspiring thing would be watching my girlfriend Gracie fight a year-long battle with cancer. She showed me that being determined to get through it that you really can do anything even when the odds are against you.

Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Favourite childhood memory would be biking all over town with friends, playing basketball at the beach and playing up on the mountains.

Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
Put me on the spot here with this one, that is something I need to start doing more of. I don't have a lot of time in life for extras from working and taking care of my girlfriend.

If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
That everyone could be healthy.

Where would you sneak away to in Penticton to spend some time alone?
I would probably take off to the KVR trail for a bike or walk.

Where would you like to see positive change in Penticton and why?
I wish the homelessness could be fixed. I think that's where a lot of our problems lie in this town. People don't have roofs over their heads, can't get jobs, can't save money. So they steal and do what they have to get by.

What do you think makes Penticton great?
It's people. We definitely have the nicest people around.

What are 3 things on your bucket list?
Climb Machu Picchu, travel Europe, swim with sharks.

Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I love photography and taking pictures.

How do people connect with you, personally, through social media?
instagram, facebook, and linkedin.

What is the name of your business/organization?
Penticton Nissan.

Why did you get into/start this business?
I have a passion for vehicles, I'm a people person, and I like selling things! So it all fits together.

What is the goal of your business?
To sell people reliable and awesome vehicles.

What has been your biggest struggle either at work or in life?
I can't say I've had any struggles. I make the best of everything I can.

If you could start all over again would you do things the same or would things be different?
I would do everything differently. I wouldn't want to repeat the same life. So much to do and see in this world!

What do you always find yourself saying?
Yesssss.

Tell us your best piece of life advice.
Life is short, take chances, do something you're afraid of, don't have any regrets.

If you could spend one whole day with anyone in the world who is currently alive, who would you select?
There are a ton it would be hard to choose, but for this second in life I would say YouTube star Cleetus McFarlund. I've watched him for years and he's always racing his cars which I would love to go do.

Why do you think it is important to shop locally?
Keeping things local keeps business and the community thriving.

What has been your proudest accomplishment?
Selling 20 cars my 3rd month in the car business.

Give someone you think that deserves it a shout out and explain why!
Matt at Elliot Row in downtown Penticton. Such an awesome shop with everything from day wear to dress wear!

My choice for the PentictonNow In Focus spotlight is:
Ty Mack at The Gym Eternal.

Some general comments I would like to share are:
I love Penticton, being born and raised here I've seen a lot of good happen over the years. I'm new to the car dealership life. I currently work for the newest and most state of the art dealership in town here at Penticton Nissan. So if anyone is ever after a new or pre-owned vehicle we are the place to go to!

We encourage you to leave your comments and words of support below and submit your own nomination by emailing [email protected]. You are also welcome to submit a form of your own by clicking HERE.

In Focus is our gift to the community. A way for us to help show our recognition of the people, businesses, and organizations that help make our city great. Thank you, Penticton!



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