James V. Seale is the Managing Partner and General Manager of Granbury Kia. With more than 30 years in the automotive industry, James is widely respected for his loyalty, integrity, and people-first leadership style. He was recognized as the #1 Kia Fleet Dealer in the United States in both 2024 and 2025, reflecting his commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.
A Joshua, Texas native and longtime member of First United Methodist Church of Joshua, James has built his career on faith, strong community values, and a belief in doing business the right way. With 34 years of direct Kia experience, he now serves as Managing Partner for AutoElite 1 at Granbury Kia.
James has earned four Kia President’s Club Awards and multiple J.D. Power Dealer of Excellence honors, bringing a standard of excellence to every aspect of kiafleetcommercial.com. As the leader of one of the nation’s fastest-growing Kia dealerships, he remains focused on a simple philosophy: putting people first. He believes every customer deserves a VIP experience, whether purchasing a vehicle or visiting for service.
“Success isn’t just about selling cars — it’s about serving people, building trust, and doing business the right way.” — James V. Seale
Robert Hunt is a seasoned business leader with a diverse background in banking, entrepreneurship, automotive dealership ownership, and high-impact sales management. He has been named to Who’s Who in Finance and Industry and previously served as Executive Vice President and Commercial Lender, as well as a two-time member of a bank’s Board of Directors.
With more than 20 years of hands-on entrepreneurial experience, Robert has built, led, and grown successful businesses across multiple industries. He is also a noted automotive author, having written articles for Hemmings Motor News, Mustang Monthly, Corvette Monthly, and numerous online publications.
Robert is widely recognized for his relationship-driven approach to sales, grounded in trust, excellence, and genuine care for people. His leadership experience includes public speaking, sales training, brand development, and strategic business growth. Guided by strong faith-based values and a deep commitment to community involvement, Robert believes true success comes from serving others, building meaningful connections, and consistently delivering exceptional value.
“Faith, love, hope, and service to others are the cornerstone of everything I accomplish.” — Robert Hunt