Kielan Whitner

Kielan Whitner is the General Manager at Townsend Nissan, where he combines leadership skills honed on the football field with a sharp business acumen. A former team captain at Syracuse University, Kielan has brought the same drive, discipline, and teamwork from his days as a college athlete into the automotive world. He played a pivotal role in guiding his family’s dealership through the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, emerging as a thoughtful and strategic leader. In recognition of his impact and leadership, Kielan was named one of Automotive News’ 2024 "40 Under 40," spotlighting him as one of the rising stars in the industry.