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Upon learning of the scholarship, Kennedy said, “My internship was an incredible experience that allowed me to see the industry from a new perspective and provided valuable insight into potential career paths. The program not only strengthened my knowledge of the automotive business but also deepened my motivation to pursue a successful career in the field.
I am truly grateful for the opportunity to be recognized for my dedication, skills and eagerness to learn. This scholarship will support my continued education and help me grow into a business leader who can make a meaningful impact in the automotive industry. —Kennedy Williams
Shannon Robertson, President, CEO of AFIP/ADCO, will formally present Kennedy with the scholarship at Northwood University’s Dealer Education Awards breakfast during the National Automobile Dealers Association show in February 2026. She will also receive an engraved crystal obelisk honoring her achievement.
Kennedy hails from Farmington Hills, Michigan. While at Northwood, Kennedy has served as Northwood University International Auto Show Co-captain, Auto Show E-board Vice Chair of Signature Events, DECA Vice President of Advocacy and Outreach, Career Closet Chairman of Inventory, and Delta Zeta Sorority Vice President of Membership. She also participates in a work-study program.
AFIP has been awarding its memorial scholarship since 2013. Jakob Murray Lange was an AFIP staff member who died in an auto accident.
According to David Robertson, Chairman of AFIP/ADCO, “There’s a unique sense of camaraderie among the Northwood grads we encounter in our dealer-client stores, typical of what is found among Ivy League school alumni. And, on a personal level, an exuberance that comes from knowing they are exactly where they want to be.”
The AFIP / ADCO scholarship recipient is selected each year by a Northwood automotive marketing and management department committee. “Internships have been essential in preparing our students for automotive management careers for many years,” said Elgie Bright, department chair. “In-store experience is key to our students’ success as they move from the classroom to the dealership. The AFIP scholarship supports students in their career paths and boosts interest in internship opportunities.”
For more information about Northwood University’s Automotive Marketing & Management program, visit www.northwood.edu.
For more information about AFIP & ADCO, visit www.afip.com or www.adcocommunity.com
Photo: Kennedy Williams
Photo credit: Courtesy of Northwood University International Auto Show
Contact: Linda.Robertson@ADCOcommunity.com (817) 428-2434
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